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Discover Gurnard
Gurnard in Isle of Wight (England) is a city in United Kingdom about 73 mi (or 118 km) south-west of London, the country's capital city.
Local time in Gurnard is now 07:44 PM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of zero hours. We know of 11 airports in the vicinity of Gurnard, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Bembridge Airport in a distance of 11 mi (or 18 km), South-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).
There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Dorset and East Devon Coast in a distance of 14 mi (or 23 km), East. Also, if you like golfing, there are a few options in driving distance. We discovered 3 points of interest in the vicinity of this place. Looking for a place to stay? we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.
When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Northwood, Cowes, Newport, Shalfleet and Newchurch. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.
Local weather forecast
Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 10°C / 51 °F
Morning Temperature | 9°C / 48 °F |
Evening Temperature | 11°C / 51 °F |
Night Temperature | 11°C / 51 °F |
Chance of rainfall | 0% |
Air Humidity | 66% |
Air Pressure | 1018 hPa |
Wind Speed | Fresh Breeze with 15 km/h (9 mph) from East |
Cloud Conditions | Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky |
General Conditions | Light rain |
Monday, 18th of November 2024
10°C (50 °F)
12°C (53 °F)
Moderate rain, strong breeze, overcast clouds.
Tuesday, 19th of November 2024
5°C (41 °F)
3°C (38 °F)
Moderate rain, strong breeze, overcast clouds.
Wednesday, 20th of November 2024
5°C (42 °F)
7°C (44 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, clear sky.
Hotels and Places to Stay
The Stag
BEST WESTERN NEW HOLMWOOD-ISLE OF WIGHT
24 Ward Avenue
The Caledon
TRAVELODGE NEWPORT ISLE OF WIGHT
Isle Of Wight (Newport)
Videos from this area
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Home Of Yachting | Boating - Cowes Week | Luxury Apartments In Cowes | Banner Homes
http://www.bannerhomes.co.uk-- Banner Homes website Vantage Point is set in the ultimate location for anyone seeking a luxury base which combines the perfect mix of boating, sophistication...
Panerai British Classic Week, Cowes 6 - 13 July 2013 , Day 5 Race
Every year, in late July, the old port of Cowes on the isle of Wight, and the legendary waters of the Solent - the strait separating the island from England, famous for its unique combination...
Day 6 of Cowes Week 2009
Cowes TV's day six video report includes a pile up at a downwind mark, plus reports the Quarter Tonners, Sigma 33s, Contessa 32s, J80s, Darings, Etchells, and 1720s.
Lancaster Bomber passing New Holmwood Hotel, Cowes,Isle of Wight, 06th May 2013
Lancaster Bomber doing a fly past by the New Holmwood Hotel, Cowes.
Day three of Cowes Week 2009. Part Two
Another day with sunshine and plenty of wind gave great conditions for the sailors on the third day of Cowes Week. Part two, includes coverage of the Mermaids, the Victorys, the final round...
Panerai British Classic Week, Cowes 6 - 13 July 2013, Day 2, Pre Race
Every year, in late July, the old port of Cowes on the isle of Wight, and the legendary waters of the Solent - the strait separating the island from England,...
PANERAI BRITISH CLASSIC WEEK, JULY 12th -- 19th, 2014, Day 3, Race
Every year, in late July, the old port of Cowes on the isle of Wight, and the legendary waters of the Solent - the strait separating the island from England, famous for its unique combination...
Sailing the schooner Mariette
In 2009, New Zealander Roy Kum joined schooner Mariette as a temporary worker after working previously on schooners Spirit of New Zealand and R. Tucker Thompson. Now he is first mate onboard...
Horse Riding, Lucy & Polo
Me and polo in a lesson.Cantering with no stirrups. It was so fun Polo was great in that lesson. =]
MV Liverpool Bay
A smoky M.V 'Liverpool Bay' is seen, having left the port of Southampton, passing through the Solent at Cowes in 1991. The container ship is presumably on its regular route from Southampton...
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Attractions and noteworthy things
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Fastnet Race
The Fastnet Race is a famous biannual offshore yachting race organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club of the United Kingdom. Generally considered one of the classic offshore races, 'Fastnet' is a difficult contest testing both inshore and offshore skills, boat and crew preparation and speed potential. From its inception, the Fastnet Race has proven highly influential in the growth of offshore racing, and remains closely linked to advances in yacht design, sailing technique and safety equipment.
Egypt Point
Egypt Point is the northernmost point of the island county of the Isle of Wight off the south coast of England, and was one of Queen Victoria's favourite places during her time on the island. Egypt Point lies in between the town of Cowes and the village of Gurnard, between 1897 and 1989 a lighthouse operated there which remains a landmark for yachtsmen. It derives its name from a nearby gypsy encampment from the 16th century.
St. Mary's Church, Cowes
St. Mary's Church, Cowes is a parish church in the Church of England located in Cowes, Isle of Wight.
Holy Trinity Church, Cowes
Holy Trinity Church, Cowes is a parish church in the Church of England located in Cowes, Isle of Wight.
All Saints' Church, Gurnard
All Saints' Church, Gurnard is a parish church in the Church of England located in Gurnard, Isle of Wight.
Gurnard Bay
Gurnard Bay is a bay on the north west coast of the Isle of Wight, England, in the western arm of the Solent. It lies to the north west of the village of Gurnard from which it takes its name. Its shoreline is 2km in length and is gently curving. It stretches from Gurnard Head in the west to Egypt Point to the east. The seabed is a mixture of mud and sand and the beach is predominantly shingle. A small brook called Gurnard Luck enters the bay at the south western end.
Osborne Bay
Osborne Bay is a bay on the north-east coast of the Isle of Wight, England, in the eastern arm of the Solent. It lies to the east of East Cowes. Its shoreline is 2 km in length and is gently curving. It stretches from Old Castle Point in the west to Barton Point to the east. The seabed is a mixture of mud and sand. The beach is predominantly shingle. The bay is popular in summer as a yacht anchorage, being sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds, and can become very crowded.
J. Samuel White's Ground
J. Samuel White's Ground (also known as Plessey Ground) is a sports ground in Park Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, England. The ground is owned by the Isle of Wight Council and is surrounded by residential housing. A multitude of sports have been played at the ground, including cricket, football and bowls.