The Perfect Day at Tapnell Farm and the Isle of Wight
Living at Tapnell, adventure is always on the doorstep, with animals to meet, places to explore and plenty of time to simply enjoy being together.
Welcome to Tapnell Farm – the Isle of Wight destination for farm stays, adventure, great food and room to roam.
Bring the whole family for a day of fresh-air fun and unforgettable adventures. Choose from our award-winning glamping accommodation, characterful farm cottages and spacious farm houses, and soak up the best of coast and countryside views. Spend the day exploring Tapnell Farm Park, tackling the Island's only Aqua Park, challenging friends and family at football and frisbee golf, or stepping onto the padel and pickleball courts.
Dine on farm-inspired comfort food at The Cow, our on-site family restaurant, or gather your favourite people for memorable celebrations in a setting unlike any other.
Whether you're here for adventure, relaxation or a little of both, you can do it your way. At Tapnell Farm, every day is yours to make extraordinary.
There’s something special about escaping to the Isle of Wight. More space, more fresh air and more time to enjoy the things that matter most.
At Tapnell Farm, choose from award-winning glamping accommodation, stylish farm cottages and houses, cosy lodges and spacious group stays - all surrounded by coast and countryside views, with adventure right on your doorstep.
Whether you're planning a family adventure, gathering your favourite people or escaping for a few days with the dog, there’s an accommodation option to suit every kind of getaway.
• Unique glamping accommodation, such as Safari Tents, Eco Pods and Geo Domes
• Charming farm cottages and houses with modern comforts
• Cosy family lodges, including spacious chalets and wood
cabins
• Large-group accommodation to sleep up to 24 explorers
• Dog-friendly options with lots of outside space for walks
• Stays with hot-tubs – perfect for soaking while watching an amazing sunset or under starry skies
For you, it's the chance to switch off, slow down and fully embrace the rhythm and pace of the Island. Explore our accommodation options and start planning your next escape.
At the heart of Tapnell Farm, you’ll find the award-winning Tapnell Farm Park - open seven days a week and packed with indoor and outdoor adventures for curious explorers of all ages.
There's fun around every corner. You can meet sheep, alpacas and donkeys, take a stroll through wallaby walkabout, race go-karts, zoom down slides and challenge each other to a round of mini golf. Or head indoors where little adventurers can climb, bounce and explore while grown-ups pause for coffee and a well-earned break.
When hunger strikes, you don't have to go far. Head to The Cow, our onsite restaurant, set in a converted Swiss barn. Home to award-winning burgers, juicy steaks and farm-inspired comfort food, The Cow champions home-grown and locally sourced ingredients where possible, freshly prepared by our talented chefs. There are also delicious vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options too.
The story of Tapnell Farm starts with two Toms - brothers-in-law Tom Turney and Tom Honeyman-Brown - and a shared vision for the future of the family farm.
Rooted in generations of farming and inspired by the Isle of Wight, they wanted to create something that brought people together: a place to stay, play, eat and explore, all surrounded by coast and countryside.
What began as a working dairy farm has grown into the Tapnell Farm you see today, with award-winning stays, adventures, great food and experiences for every kind of escape.
Sustainability remains at the heart of everything we do, guided by one simple ethos: maximum enjoyment with minimum impact on the environment.
About Tapnell Farm
We’ve changed the way we BBQ at Tapnell Farm, switching from charcoal to electric across many of our places to stay. It’s a safer, more sustainable choice for our farm and surrounding countryside - and, as it turns out, a pretty good upgrade for guests too.
Walkers, welcome to our Island paradise. Whether you're here for serious hiking or want to get active with the kids, you'll find plenty of suitable walks on the Isle of Wight.
Real routes from locals who love the place – all within easy reach of Tapnell Farm. If you're planning an Isle of Wight walking holiday, this is the best place to start.
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