Welcome to Calbourne

Calbourne is a small village located on the Isle of Wight, England. It is situated in the western part of the island and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense forests, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and hikers. The village is also home to the Calbourne Water Mill, which is one of the oldest working water mills in the country.

The Calbourne Water Mill is a popular tourist attraction in the village. The mill dates back to the 11th century and has been restored to its former glory. Visitors can take a tour of the mill and learn about the history of milling and the role it played in the local economy. The mill also has a gift shop and a café where visitors can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a slice of cake.

In addition to the water mill, Calbourne is also home to several other historic landmarks, including the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and its peaceful atmosphere. The village also has several pubs and restaurants where visitors can enjoy a meal and a drink. Overall, Calbourne is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the island's rich history and natural beauty.

Local Schools

School	Details
Shalfleet Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Grainger	Station Road Ningwood Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 4NN 01983760269 School Website
Brighstone Church Of England Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Rebecca Lennon	New Road Brighstone Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 4BB 01983740285 School Website
St Thomas Of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Margaret Sanderson	High Street Carisbrooke Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 1NR 01983522747 School Website
Carisbrooke College Foundation School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Karen Begley	Mountbatten Drive Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 5QU 01983524651 School Website
Christ The King College Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Andrew Montrose	Wellington Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 5QT 01983537070 School Website
Carisbrooke Church Of England Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Katherine Marshall	Wellington Road Carisbrooke Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 5QT 01983522348 School Website
Chillerton And Rookley Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mark Snow	Main Road Chillerton Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 3EP 01983721207 School Website
Newport Church Of England Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katherine Marshall	Hazel Close Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 5GD 01983522826 School Website
Nine Acres Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Dyer	South View Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 1QP 01983522984 School Website
Hunnyhill Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Steedman	Forest Road Parkhurst Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 5SH 01983522506 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Lymington Pier Lymington Pier, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 5ZE 7.97 Miles

Lymington Town Mill Lane, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 9AZ 8.30 Miles

Shanklin Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight, PO37 7AR 10.13 Miles

Lake Araluen Way, Lake, Isle Of Wight, PO36 8PJ 10.52 Miles

Sandown Station Avenue, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 9BN 10.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Solo Taxis 01983 525010 2/Waterworks Cottages/Bowcombe Rd, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 3HX 2.88 Miles
24 7 Taxis 01983 527275 9 Silver Birch Drive, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 5AG 4.16 Miles
Newport Taxis 01983 522222 18 Acacia Cl, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 5FQ 4.28 Miles
The Cab Co 01983 822222 15 Snowberry Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 5EZ 4.45 Miles
Newport Taxis 01983 821559 39 Carisbrooke Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 1BU 4.57 Miles
Amar Taxis 01983 522968 72 Carisbrooke Rd, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 1BW 4.59 Miles
5 Star Executive Travel 01983 527594 72 Carisbrooke Rd, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 1BW 4.59 Miles
Prices Taxis 01983 522084 58 Hunnyhill, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 5HL 4.80 Miles
Rayners Taxis 01983 752784 1 May Cottages, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight, PO40 9DB 5.07 Miles
Norton Taxi's 01983 759955 Balboa/Norton Green, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight, PO40 9RY 5.32 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Calbourne Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gustars Shute Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stonesteps Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newbridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Swainstone Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dodpitts Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Warlands Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chessell Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shalfleet Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moortown Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mottistone Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gagger Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hulverstone Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wellow Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Brighstone Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Newport Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	22 Carisbrooke High Street Newport PO30 1NR
Newport Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	22 Carisbrooke High Street Newport PO30 1NR
Newport Health Centre 01983 522150	22 Carisbrooke High St Carisbrooke Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 1NR
Medina Healthcare 01983 522198	Medina Healthcare 16 West Street Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 1PR
Isle Of Wight Nhs Trust Nmp 01983 524081	St Mary's Hospital Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 5TG

Local Stores

Carisbrooke - High Street
52 Carisbrooke High Street
Carisbrooke
Newport
Isle Of Wight
PO30 1NR
01983 521131
Store Website
3.97 miles

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SPAR Shorefield Road
SPAR
Shorefield Road
Milford On Sea
Lymington
SO41 0LH
01590 648347
Store Website
10.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Carisbrooke Vets
107 Carisbrooke Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 1HP 01983 522822 admin@iowvet.com Website 4.45 miles
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Animals Treated
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The Carisbrooke Vets
The Veterinary Surgery The Cabin Tennyson Road Yarmouth Isle Of Wight PO41 0PR 01983 522822 admin@iowvet.com Website 4.61 miles
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The People'S Vet
Newport Nursery Watergte Road Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 1XP 01983 653769 admin@tpvet.co.uk Website 4.72 miles
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Wight Vets Ltd
15 Chapel Street Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 1PY 01983 896889 team@wightvets.com Website 4.74 miles

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Vectis Equine Vets
Systems House St. Cross Lane Newport Isle Of Wight PO30 5BZ 01983 533799 enquiries@vectisequinevets.co.uk Website 4.90 miles
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The Carisbrooke Vets
137 School Green Road Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9BB 01983 522822 admin@iowvet.com Website 5.15 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Mottistone Meander: Climb To The Common
Visit A Mysterious Ancient Monument And Enjoy Fine Views Over The Mottistone Estate To The Sea. National Trust - Mottistone Gardens And Estate Mottistone Newport PO30 4ED 2.09 miles You Can Park Free Of Charge Next To Mottistone Gardens To Begin Your Walk. Alternatively You Can Park In Strawberry Lane Carpark Off Of Strawberry Lane Or At Jubilee Car Park, Bright Stone. By Following Strawberry Lane And Turning Off At Lynch Lane.

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Brook Bay
A Lovely Long Sandy Beach Which Is Dog Friendly All-Year Round. You Can Also Hunt For Fossils At Hanover Point 2 Military Rd Brighstone 2.99 miles

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Brook Bay
Dog Friendly Beach All Year Round..Brook Bay Has Two Car Parks...As You Are Travelling South From Alum...Ignore The First One And Go In The Second. Slope With A Few Rocks To The Beach...Then Mostly Flat With Some Lovely Natural Coastline Views. Military Rd 3.25 miles

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Tennyson Down And Headon Warren
Highdown Ln 6.20 miles

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Tennyson Down
A Challenging Downland Walk, Providing Some Great Views, At Tennyson Down. Tennyson Down Is A Hill At The West End Of The Isle Of Wight Just South Of Totland. Tennyson Down Is A Grassy, Ridge Of Chalk Which Rises 147M Above Sea Level. Lancashire PO39 0HY 6.29 miles B3322 From Yarmouth/Totland Or Alum Bay Road From Freshwater Bay.

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Hurst Castle
Hurst Castle Is Situated At The Seaward End Of The Shingle Spit That Extends 1.5 Miles From Milford-On-Sea. The End Of The Spit, Only Three-Quarters Of A Mile From The Isle Of Wight, And The Views From The Top Of The Centre Keep Are Spectacular. Unnamed Road Milford On Sea Lymington SO41 0TQ 6.96 miles

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