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Centuries of Documented History

Historical Heritage of isle-of-wight

Explore 4 detailed historical articles from isle-of-wight's most historic hotels. From medieval origins to modern preservation, discover the rich heritage of this remarkable county.

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isle-of-wight Historical Timeline

15th century Read Article

Original barn constructed for agricultural purposes

The Buddle Inn From Barn to Inn: The Smuggling Heritage of Niton's Buddle
18th century Read Article

Union Inn established as maritime tavern and inn

The Union Inn The Union Inn: Maritime Heritage and Supernatural Legacy
19th century Read Article

Guide light tragedy occurs, creating legendary hauntings

The Union Inn The Union Inn: Maritime Heritage and Supernatural Legacy
Victorian era Read Article

Inn becomes central to Cowes' growing yachting community

The Union Inn The Union Inn: Maritime Heritage and Supernatural Legacy
20th century Read Article

Transformation into boutique accommodation while preserving maritime character

The Union Inn The Union Inn: Maritime Heritage and Supernatural Legacy
21st century Read Article

Modern renovations maintain historic character and supernatural reputation

The Union Inn The Union Inn: Maritime Heritage and Supernatural Legacy
17th century Read Article

Original coaching inn established in Chale

The Wight Mouse Inn From Clarendon Tragedy to Coaching Inn: The Historical Transformation of The Wight Mouse Inn
Victorian era Read Article

Inn becomes destination for European royalty and upper classes

The Wight Mouse Inn From Clarendon Tragedy to Coaching Inn: The Historical Transformation of The Wight Mouse Inn

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From Barn to Inn: The Smuggling Heritage of Niton's Buddle

The Buddle Inn

📍 Niton, Isle of Wight
Buddle Inn history

The remarkable transformation of a smugglers' barn into one of the Isle of Wight's most historic inns, tracing centuries of maritime history and illicit trade.

10 min read
6 events

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Buddle Inn hist... Niton smuggling Isle of Wight m... +2 more

The Royal Hotel: From Coaching Inn to Victorian Health Resort Paradise

The Royal Hotel

📍 Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Royal Hotel Ventnor history

The fascinating transformation of The Royal Hotel from humble coaching inn to royal-approved health resort destination

8 min read
7 events

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Royal Hotel Ven... Queen Victoria ... Victorian healt... +2 more

The Union Inn: Maritime Heritage and Supernatural Legacy

The Union Inn

📍 Cowes, Isle of Wight
Union Inn history

From Cowes' oldest pub to haunted maritime landmark, explore The Union Inn's transformation through centuries of yachting history and ghostly encounters.

9 min read
6 events

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Union Inn histo... Cowes oldest pu... maritime herita... +4 more

From Clarendon Tragedy to Coaching Inn: The Historical Transformation of The Wight Mouse Inn

The Wight Mouse Inn

📍 Chale, Isle of Wight
Clarendon shipwreck history

The remarkable history of how a devastating 1836 shipwreck transformed a coaching inn, incorporating actual ship timbers into its structure and changing maritime safety forever.

9 min read
6 events

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Clarendon shipw... Wight Mouse Inn... Chale Bay marit... +3 more

Historic Hotels in isle-of-wight

The Buddle Inn

Niton, Isle of Wight

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1 historical article available

The Royal Hotel

Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Building Age:

1 historical article available

The Union Inn

Cowes, Isle of Wight

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1 historical article available

The Wight Mouse Inn

Chale, Isle of Wight

Building Age:

1 historical article available

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