Shanklin Chine

Shanklin Chine is a magical, Jurassic-like jungle adventure on the Isle of Wight perfect for families, featuring roaring waterfalls, hidden dinosaur treasures, and rare plants. Kids can hunt for dinosaur eggs along the trails, while evenings offer a spellbinding, illuminated walk, making it an unforgettable,Pet-friendly, nature-filled escape.

Why Families Love It:
Dino-Explorers: The gorge is packed with dinosaur figures and eggs to find, transforming a nature walk into a thrilling prehistoric treasure hunt.
Magical Evening Illuminations: Visit after dusk to see the waterfalls and paths lit by hundreds of dazzling lights, creating a completely different, “magical” experience.
Two Waterfalls: Explore the gorge to find a 45-foot main waterfall and a second 29-foot waterfall tucked away in a scenic gorge.
Interactive Fun & History: Kids love spotting local wildlife and, for older kids, the heritage centre showcases WWII secrets like the PLUTO pipeline.
Perfect Pace: It is a gentle, enchanting walk that allows families to get away from the beach crowds for an hour or two of natural beauty.

Great Value: Ticket options often allow for re-entry, meaning you can visit in the day for the dinos and return at night for the lights.

Visit in the evening for the best experience (summer months), say Tripadvisor reviewers.

Access from the Old Village (top) or the Esplanade (beach), making it a convenient, beautiful walk between locations