family run, mixed beef and arable farm

Skinners Farm

A working farm with self catering holiday caravans on the Isle of Wight

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Holidays

Stay in one of our Isle of Wight Holiday Caravans and experience a real working farm.

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Meat

We produce our Beef and Pork on a sustainable diet consisting mainly of homegrown food from our farm.

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Hay

We supply hay, straw, haylage and wheat for horses and all pets.

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Welcome to Skinners Farm.

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...

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."

ClaRE H

"We were given a warm welcome and made to feel at home as soon as we arrived. The caravan was lovely and clean and had everything in it that we needed – including a lovely homemade cake that was on the table on arrival. It was warm and cosy and the view from the caravan was lovely looking over the fields. We will definitely be visiting again hopefully for a longer stay. Highly recommended!!"

Clare Blanchard

"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 they needed. Water and showers and heating good to. Lovely owners let the kids go to the farm and see the cows and the highlight of their trip the baby kittens 2 weeks old. Would defiantly go back and recommend to anyone of any age"

Rob Liz Oscar and Toby

"Everything about our stay was perfect. The lovely, spacious and clean caravan with amazing views with loads of space around it for the boys to play football and just, play. The kindness from yourselves ensuring we had an enjoyable time – delicious cake, apple juice, milk & tea bags, so thoughtful. Thanks also to your husband for the time he took out from working to let us see the (now many) gorgeous kittens! A huge highlight for us, as you may have guessed, we like cats!

We will most definitely recommend Skinners Farm to anyone looking for a relaxing, beautiful place to stay and hopefully we will get to come back again soon."

Peter & Sandie Grindrod