VENTNOR

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VENTNOR

Ventnor developed as a seaside health resort in Victorian times and still retains some of that atmosphere. It was a favourite childhood place of Winston Churchill’s. The town is in a lovely location, built on a steep slope beneath St Boniface Down, has a good beach and, though a little flaky in parts, it also has a quirky character, some nice little shops, decent amenities and is deservedly popular. In the 19th century, Ventnor was referred to as the 'English Mediterranean' and its relatively sheltered location does actually create its own favourable microclimate, with more sunny days and fewer frosts than other places on the Island. It boasts its own botanic gardens on the site of the former Royal National Hospital for Diseases of the Chest.

Region/Nation
County
Isle of Wight
Post Code
PO38 1EJ
Main Historic Period
Victorian
Useful Website Address
Tip/Nearby
Bonchurch is lovely. Nice walk to Steephill Cove and the Heritage Museum is interesting.
Primary Management
Local Authority

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