Shanklin Chine

Shanklin Chine The Island's most historic attraction. First opening as a visitor attraction in 1817, Shanklin Chine is at the forefront of many childhood memories. Thankyou.

It's even been the source of inspiration for the likes of Keats and Jane Austen. SHANKLIN CHINE

Opening Times for 2026:

10am – 10pm from 26th March to 31st August - with last entry 9.30pm.

10am – 9pm from 1st September to 1st November - with last entry 8.30pm. Please note Last Exit from the Top Entrance known as the Old Village Entrance is 15 minutes before the Chine closes. After this time, t

here is no access out of Shanklin Chine via the Top Entrance. The exit is via the Bottom Entrance as known as Esplanade/ Accessibility/Family Entrance. Visitors purchasing tickets for Shanklin Chine, will automatically receive 7 days of free re-entry. That’s totally unlimited returns within the 7 days following your first day’s visit! Please note that the Chine may, on occasions when the weather is bad, have to close, sometimes at extremely short notice. FOR PRICES 2026: https://shanklinchine.co.uk/visiting/opening-times-prices/

Please note the entire Shanklin Chine site is CARD PAYMENT only. For those who may need an ESSENTIAL COMPANION please see the information here:
https://shanklinchine.co.uk/policies/essential-carer-policy

along with our statements about ACCESSIBILITY: https://shanklinchine.co.uk/visiting/accessibility-and-facilities/ AND https://shanklinchine.co.uk/accessibility-statement

The above statements should also be checked by those with MOBILITY ISSUES and INFANTS UNDER 4 Years of age. For information about our LOCATION: https://shanklinchine.co.uk/visiting/location-contact/

Please note: Dogs on short leads are welcome throughout the Chine, as long as you clear up after them if required. EVENTS 2026:

As well as our Illuminations which are on EVERY evening from DUSK until we close, we have a large programme of various Events happening in 2026. For details see our website here: https://shanklinchine.co.uk/events

FOR ANY OTHER QUESTIONS: You can check our website here:

https://shanklinchine.co.uk/

OR Email us on: [email protected]. You can also download our 2026 Leaflet which may have further information you need here:

https://shanklinchine.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Shanklin-Chine-Leaflet-2026.pdf

If you've enjoyed a visit to the Chine before and would like to vote for us, you can do so by following the link below:

https://www.redfunnel.co.uk/isle-of-wight-guide/isle-of-wight-awards/vote-best-large-attractionexperience

Thanks!

We have plenty of Live Music coming up for you this week at Shanklin Chine Thursday 13th: Mark 'Ginge' Bennett 7-9pmFrid...
13/08/2026

We have plenty of Live Music coming up for you this week at Shanklin Chine

Thursday 13th: Mark 'Ginge' Bennett 7-9pm

Friday 14th: Sarah Gerrard 7-9pm

Saturday 15th: Charles Gold 7-9pm

Sunday 16th: Jukebox Jazz Man 1pm-3pm

Illuminations begin every night at Dusk AND you can use your ticket for 7 days unlimited FREE returns!

We look forward to seeing you!

12/08/2026

🎸 LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT AT THE FISHERMAN’S COTTAGE! 🎤Looking for the perfect way to spend your Wednesday evening? Head down to the Esplanade! We have the absolutely amazing and incredibly entertaining Jules performing live from 8:00 PM tonight! 🔥Grab a refreshing drink, soak up the beachfront atmosphere, and enjoy a fantastic night of live entertainment. 🌊🍻✨ Starts at 8:00 PM📍 The Fisherman’s Cottage, Shanklin Esplanade🎟️ Free EntryTag your friends and we'll see you there! 👇

10/08/2026

Live entertainment every single day from 8:00 pm until late! 🎤✨Tonight, we are thrilled to welcome the fabulous Gemma Evans to the stage. Come along, grab a drink, and enjoy the fun!🍻 Music starts at 8:00 pm — see you all here!

The weekend isn't over yet! Head down to The Fisherman’s Cottage this evening for the ultimate after-hours entertainment...
09/08/2026

The weekend isn't over yet! Head down to The Fisherman’s Cottage this evening for the ultimate after-hours entertainment. 🌊🎤
We have the fabulous Abbie Lemon performing live right on the beach from 8pm until 10pm!
🍹 Drinks served until late
🏖️ Perfect beachside vibes
Grab your friends, get a drink in hand, and enjoy top-tier live music by the waves. See you there! 🙌

🎶 AFTER-HOURS ENTERTAINMENT! 🎶
Join us at The Fisherman’s Cottage this evening for live music on the beach! We have the fabulous Abbie Lemon performing live from 8pm until 10pm.
🍹 Drinks served until late!
Come down, relax by the waves, and enjoy the entertainment right on the beach. See you tonight! 🌊

It's Sunday again, so you know what that means! Time for another lazy Sunday afternoon of LIVE entertainment with the Ju...
09/08/2026

It's Sunday again, so you know what that means!

Time for another lazy Sunday afternoon of LIVE entertainment with the Jukebox Jazz Man

Catch him here in Shanklin Chine from 1pm to 3pm this afternoon!

Whether you have already visited the Chine this week or are planning to, don't forget your entrance ticket allows you up to 7 DAYS UNLIMITED FREE RETURNS!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Join us tonight for some Super Saturday Sounds with another LIVE performance by the wonderful Charles Gold! 🎶🎶🎶Catch him...
08/08/2026

Join us tonight for some Super Saturday Sounds with another LIVE performance by the wonderful Charles Gold! 🎶🎶🎶

Catch him in Shanklin Chine this evening from 7pm - 9pm!

We also have our Illuminations on from DUSK, as we do every evening!

Why not make a night of it and pop by, after enjoying a fabulous meal at our pub on the beach the Fishermans Cottage?

Whether you have already visited the Chine this week or are planning to, don't forget your entrance ticket allows you up to 7 DAYS UNLIMITED FREE RETURNS!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Time again for some Friday night Live Music! 🎶🎶🎶Joey Scott is back this evening and performing here at Shanklin Chine f...
07/08/2026

Time again for some Friday night Live Music! 🎶🎶🎶

Joey Scott is back this evening and performing here at Shanklin Chine from 7pm - 9pm!

Illuminations begin at Dusk AND don't forget you can use your ticket for 7 days unlimited FREE returns!

It's going to be a great evening and we look forward to seeing you!

Last Admission 9.30pm.

How many of our dino eggs have you managed to spot on your walk around the Chine trails? 🦖🥚Keep your eyes peeled... you ...
06/08/2026

How many of our dino eggs have you managed to spot on your walk around the Chine trails? 🦖🥚

Keep your eyes peeled... you never know where the next one might be hiding!

It's Thursday again and tonight we have another fabulous evening of LIVE entertainment coming up for you!Making her debu...
06/08/2026

It's Thursday again and tonight we have another fabulous evening of LIVE entertainment coming up for you!

Making her debut at Shanklin Chine we welcome Gemma Evans who will be here at Shanklin Chine performing from 7pm to 9pm.

We also have our Illuminations on from DUSK, as we do every night.

Whether you have already visited the Chine this week or are planning to, don't forget your entrance ticket allows you up to 7 DAYS UNLIMITED FREE RETURNS!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

It's Tuesday again and you know what that means!EXCLUSIVE to Shanklin Chine the wonderful Charles Gold returns to perfor...
04/08/2026

It's Tuesday again and you know what that means!

EXCLUSIVE to Shanklin Chine the wonderful Charles Gold returns to perform LIVE from 7pm to 9pm this evening!

We also have our Illuminations on from DUSK, as we do every night.

Whether you have already visited the Chine this week or are planning to, don't forget your entrance ticket allows you up to 7 DAYS UNLIMITED FREE RETURNS!

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Address

3 Chine Hill
Shanklin
PO376BW

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 10pm
Tuesday 10am - 10pm
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 10pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 10pm

Telephone

+441983866432

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