The Cricketer's Rest
About
The Cricketer's Rest, on Isle of Wight, is a pub at Main Rd, Porchfield, Newport PO30 4LP, United Kingdom.
First-time visitors will find a pub on the island, with 499 reviews reflecting how it is regarded. The venue holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating, a figure shaped by that substantial review count. Its website, http://sportsmansrestiow.uk/, is available for those who want to look ahead.
Reaching the venue from the main towns is straightforward: Newport, Ryde, Cowes, Sandown, Shanklin, Ventnor, Freshwater and Yarmouth are all nearby. Seafood is central to island food, with crab, lobster, scallops, mackerel and oysters landed by small boats, so a pub meal here sits within that wider pattern. Grey seals breed around British island coasts, and basking sharks appear in summer surface waters, giving the surrounding coast its own character.
Crossings to the island fill up during the long summer days, and winter weather can disrupt sailings, so it pays to plan the trip around the season. The venue's position at Porchfield places it within reach of the island's western and central towns. With 499 reviews and a 4.6 rating, it stands as a well-regarded pub on the Isle of Wight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cricketer's Rest known for?
The Cricketer's Rest is a pub on the Isle of Wight, in the United Kingdom. Seafood is central to island food, with crab, lobster, scallops, mackerel and oysters landed by small boats around the Isle of Wight.
What kind of business is The Cricketer's Rest?
The Cricketer's Rest is a pub on the Isle of Wight, part of the United Kingdom. It operates under the name The Cricketer's Rest and its website is http://sportsmansrestiow.uk/.
What should first-time visitors expect at The Cricketer's Rest?
First-time visitors to The Cricketer's Rest will find a pub on the Isle of Wight, in the United Kingdom. Summer on the island brings long daylight hours and crowded ferries, while winter sailings are often cancelled by weather.
Where is The Cricketer's Rest located on the Isle of Wight?
The Cricketer's Rest sits at Main Rd, Porchfield, Newport PO30 4LP, United Kingdom, on the Isle of Wight. Porchfield is a rural spot on the island, which forms part of the United Kingdom, and the pub's Newport address places it near the island's central town.
How do visitors rate The Cricketer's Rest?
The Cricketer's Rest holds a rating of 4.6/5 from 499 reviews, reflecting its standing as a pub on the Isle of Wight. The Isle of Wight is part of the United Kingdom, and grey seals breed around British island coasts.
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