Welcome to Skinners Farm.
A working farm with self catering holiday caravans on the Isle of Wight
Skinners Farm is a mixed beef and arable farm situated in Northwood on the outskirts of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Skinners farm self catering holiday caravans are found at the end of a 400 metre lane. Skinners is one mile from Parkhurst Forest, just over a mile from the secluded Thorness Bay, and three miles from both Cowes and Newport. Skinners Farm Holidays Isle of Wight is an ideal venue for walking and cycling and the beach and coastal paths can be reached easily on foot. Thorness Bay is a short walk away and can be accessed via footpaths – there is no public road access which guarantees seclusion at any time of year. The 395 hectare Parkhurst Forest is a haven for wildlife including the red squirrel and many species of bird such as garden warbler, nightjar, woodcock, green woodpecker, great spotted woodpecker and long eared owl. We have three caravans which are located in a field adjoining the farm. They enjoy views across our fields and depending on the time of year there will be cattle or crops in the fields. Staying at Skinners Farm, you will experience a real working farm and be able to witness the varied work that goes on at any time of year.
Skinners Farm Blog
Regular updates from the farm and local area
Community fun and fitness at the annual West Wight Triathlon
West Wight Triathlon on September 22nd is a great annual event which attracts both beginners and more expereinced triathletes. It's quirky ....with unusual distances ...but is designed to give you some of the most spectacular scenery on the Island. Find out more...
Isle of Wight event is the longest continuously run marathon in the UK – 63rd race takes place on 6th October
The Isle of Wight Marathon celebrated it’s 60th Anniversary in 2016, so 2019 will be the 63rd running of this historic race.It has been run continuously since 1957, making it the longest running (and one of the first to be held) in the U.K.The inaugural event in 1957...
Wet weather fun for the kids
There's loads to do on the Isle of Wight even if the weather's bad. West Wight Sports Centre in Freshwater is a hidden gem with activities every day for the kids that include the Islands only climbing wall, indoor skateboarding sessions, swimming, and (believe it or...
Special discount for our guests on Red Funnel Ferries
We're delighted to announce that Red Funnel Ferries have offered a special discount to all our guests travelling before September 1st. Get in touch by emailing info@skinnersfarm.co.uk for a voucher code
Super exciting Sail GP world series is in Cowes 10th/11th August
Watch this high octane sport happen live at Cowes over the weekend of 10th and 11th August. Specially constructed viewing platforms mean you can see all the action from the shore - not to be missed! The new SailGP is re-defining the sport of sailing. As a completely...
Cowes Week – the worlds biggest sailing regatta
There's nothing quite like Cowes Week; the oldest and largest annual sailing regatta in the World and an iconic feature of the British sporting calendar. The event boasts an 8-day schedule combining competitive racing and great fun for the 8,000 competitors racing and...
Testimonials
A few of the things our guests have said after staying with us…
There was really good internet in the caravan, which I wasn’t expecting! The owners were friendly and wanted us to be happy there, which we were.It was lovely and peaceful, and there were great views, especially of the sunsets. The farm is in a convenient location between Cowes and Newport, and is really near Newport, so pretty easy to get to any part of the island. Although you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere, you’re not at all. You need to pay for gas and electric on top. We had the heating on (good central heating and hot water by the way) for a couple of hours in the morning and a couple of hours in the evening, and cooked in the caravan most nights, and we were charged £20.00, which seemed reasonable.
The place was easy to find and really close to the ferry port. The owners were really friendly and helpful even when we turned up slightly early. The three mobile homes are great and away from the farm. They even supplied two little tractors for the boys to play on which they loved. Location was great, very close to a forest for bike riding with the boys and 30 mins from the beach locations on the east side. The homes were all well equipped with everything