Brighstone Holiday Centre
Brighstone Holiday Centre
Brighstone Holiday Centre is a historic campground and holiday site set in the West Wight on the Isle of Wight, located on the coastal path overlooking Brighstone Bay with direct access to miles of beach.
Originally opened in 1932 as Brighstone Holiday Camp, it is considered one of the earliest holiday camps in Britain, predating the first Butlin's by four years.
It remains a voluntarily run site that preserves much of its period character while maintaining modern facilities. The centre offers camping, self-catering, and bed-and-breakfast accommodation, and welcomes children, pets, and school groups.
Its position makes it a practical base for surfing, mountain biking, and walking, with coastal trails on the doorstep.
The nearby coastline is also noted for significant dinosaur fossil discoveries and varied geology, adding an educational dimension for visiting groups.
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