The Needles Park, Alum Bay
Welcome to The Needles Park in Alum Bay
Situated at the most western end of the Isle of Wight and overlooking the spectacular Needles rocks and Solent, The Needles Park offers a range of attractions for all the family to enjoy, including a chairlift to the beach, Alum Bay Glass and a Sweet Manufactory. Launching on 4 June 2012 the newest attraction at The Needles Park is Spin Cycle and it's far from your average gentile bike ride. The faster you pedal the greater the chance that you’ll achieve a full Spin Cycle. Forget washing at 30 degrees, it’ll wring you dry at 360!
There's breathtaking scenery to be enjoyed on from the chairlift, giving marvellous views of the natural coloured sand cliffs of Alum Bay. Visit the famous sand shop and create your own souvenirs. Take a boat trip for a close view of the dramatic Needles Rocks and Lighthouse. Enjoy the new Marconi's Licensed Tea Rooms where a warm welcome awaits you or visit the restaurant or one of the avarious kiosks around the park.
There will also be "Magic in the Skies" spectacular Firework Finale every Thursday evening throughout August, a great way to end a great day out.
Buy Supersaver ticket books...Things to do
The park is free to enter and rides and attractions are pay-as-you-go.
- NEW for 2012:
- Spin Cycle see if you can do a 360° spin!
- Chairlift from the cliiff-top to the beach. An exciting way to enjoy the stunning views.
- Enjoy a swirling and twirling Tea Cup ride for all the family.
- Visit the Sweet Manufactory to see the delicious sweets being made before sampling them!
- Visit the Sand Shop to create your own sandy souvenir shape by filling a glass shape with the famous multi-coloured sands.
- Watch skilled glassmakers create handmade objects in Alum Bay Glass.
- Boat Trips from the jetty on the beach take you for a tour of Alum Bay and right up close to the Needles Rocks and Lighthouse.
- Victorian Swinging Boats for adults and children.
- Vintage Cars for the children to drive their parents in.
- Win some fun prizes in the Traditional Games Kiosk, playing old favourites like 'Hook a Duck'.
Events at The Needles Park
- Huxley Humbug, confectionary Conjuerer | 6 & 7 Apr 2012
- Falconry Display l 8 & 9 Apr 2012
- Launch of Spin Cycle l 4 Jun 2012
- 'Magic in the Skies' Fireworks Spectacular | 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Aug 2012
For more information visit
The Needles Park website.
