Gurnard
in Isle of Wight of England, United Kingdom

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Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
50.761 and -1.324 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 50° 45' 38" and W -1° 19' 26"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 06:18 AM (Friday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:45 am and 6:34 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-43.750 and 173.083 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Le Bons Bay
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-03-28 08:18:27

Discover Gurnard

Gurnard in Isle of Wight (England) is a city in United Kingdom about 73 mi (or 118 km) south-west of London, the country's capital city.

Local time in Gurnard is now 06:18 AM (Friday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of zero hours. We know of 11 airports in the vicinity of Gurnard, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Bembridge Airport in a distance of 11 mi (or 18 km), South-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Dorset and East Devon Coast in a distance of 14 mi (or 23 km), East. Also, if you like golfing, there are a few options in driving distance. We discovered 3 points of interest in the vicinity of this place. Looking for a place to stay? we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Northwood, Cowes, Newport, Shalfleet and Newchurch. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 9°C / 49 °F

Morning Temperature 8°C / 47 °F
Evening Temperature 10°C / 49 °F
Night Temperature 9°C / 48 °F
Chance of rainfall 4%
Air Humidity 84%
Air Pressure 987 hPa
Wind Speed Strong breeze with 19 km/h (12 mph) from North-East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 91% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Saturday, 30th of March 2024

10°C (50 °F)
10°C (50 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, few clouds.

Sunday, 31st of March 2024

10°C (50 °F)
10°C (50 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, broken clouds.

Monday, 1st of April 2024

10°C (51 °F)
9°C (48 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

The Stag

Address
2,7 mi
2 Cowes Road
PO30 5TW Newport
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


BEST WESTERN NEW HOLMWOOD-ISLE OF WIGHT

Address
0,7 mi
QUEENS ROAD EGYPT POINT
PO31 8BW Cowes
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


24 Ward Avenue

Address
0,9 mi
24 Ward Avenue
PO31 8AY Cowes
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Caledon

Address
1,1 mi
59 Mill Hill Road
PO31 7EG Cowes
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


TRAVELODGE NEWPORT ISLE OF WIGHT

Address
4,4 mi
LUGLEY STREET
PO30 5ET NEWPORT
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Isle Of Wight (Newport)

Address
4,0 mi
SEACLOSE FAIRLEE ROAD
PO30 2DN NEWPORT
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Home Of Yachting | Boating - Cowes Week | Luxury Apartments In Cowes | Banner Homes

Published: September 11, 2011
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Bannerhomes

http://www.bannerhomes.co.uk-- Banner Homes website Vantage Point is set in the ultimate location for anyone seeking a luxury base which combines the perfect mix of boating, sophistication...


Panerai British Classic Week, Cowes 6 - 13 July 2013 , Day 5 Race

Published: July 15, 2013
Length: 17:57 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Officine Panerai

Every year, in late July, the old port of Cowes on the isle of Wight, and the legendary waters of the Solent - the strait separating the island from England, famous for its unique combination...


Day 6 of Cowes Week 2009

Published: August 07, 2009
Length: 05:52 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: TheKnowledgeZone

Cowes TV's day six video report includes a pile up at a downwind mark, plus reports the Quarter Tonners, Sigma 33s, Contessa 32s, J80s, Darings, Etchells, and 1720s.


Lancaster Bomber passing New Holmwood Hotel, Cowes,Isle of Wight, 06th May 2013

Published: May 06, 2013
Length: 13:05 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: NewHolmwoodHotel

Lancaster Bomber doing a fly past by the New Holmwood Hotel, Cowes.


Day three of Cowes Week 2009. Part Two

Published: August 04, 2009
Length: 09:49 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: TheKnowledgeZone

Another day with sunshine and plenty of wind gave great conditions for the sailors on the third day of Cowes Week. Part two, includes coverage of the Mermaids, the Victorys, the final round...


Panerai British Classic Week, Cowes 6 - 13 July 2013, Day 2, Pre Race

Published: July 09, 2013
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Officine Panerai

Every year, in late July, the old port of Cowes on the isle of Wight, and the legendary waters of the Solent - the strait separating the island from England,...


PANERAI BRITISH CLASSIC WEEK, JULY 12th -- 19th, 2014, Day 3, Race

Published: July 16, 2014
Length: 34:17 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Officine Panerai

Every year, in late July, the old port of Cowes on the isle of Wight, and the legendary waters of the Solent - the strait separating the island from England, famous for its unique combination...


Sailing the schooner Mariette

Published: March 09, 2015
Length: 37:54 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: ClassicYachtTV

In 2009, New Zealander Roy Kum joined schooner Mariette as a temporary worker after working previously on schooners Spirit of New Zealand and R. Tucker Thompson. Now he is first mate onboard...


Horse Riding, Lucy & Polo

Published: August 30, 2008
Length: 57:17 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: PoloRider08

Me and polo in a lesson.Cantering with no stirrups. It was so fun Polo was great in that lesson. =]


MV Liverpool Bay

Published: October 11, 2012
Length: 29:25 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Tom Prangnell

A smoky M.V 'Liverpool Bay' is seen, having left the port of Southampton, passing through the Solent at Cowes in 1991. The container ship is presumably on its regular route from Southampton...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Fastnet Race

The Fastnet Race is a famous biannual offshore yachting race organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club of the United Kingdom. Generally considered one of the classic offshore races, 'Fastnet' is a difficult contest testing both inshore and offshore skills, boat and crew preparation and speed potential. From its inception, the Fastnet Race has proven highly influential in the growth of offshore racing, and remains closely linked to advances in yacht design, sailing technique and safety equipment.

Located at 50.7594, -1.30028 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Fastnet race

Egypt Point

Egypt Point is the northernmost point of the island county of the Isle of Wight off the south coast of England, and was one of Queen Victoria's favourite places during her time on the island. Egypt Point lies in between the town of Cowes and the village of Gurnard, between 1897 and 1989 a lighthouse operated there which remains a landmark for yachtsmen. It derives its name from a nearby gypsy encampment from the 16th century.

Located at 50.767, -1.31506 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Headlands of the Isle of Wight, Lighthouses in England

St. Mary's Church, Cowes

St. Mary's Church, Cowes is a parish church in the Church of England located in Cowes, Isle of Wight.

Located at 50.7633, -1.30194 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Church of England churches on the Isle of Wight

Holy Trinity Church, Cowes

Holy Trinity Church, Cowes is a parish church in the Church of England located in Cowes, Isle of Wight.

Located at 50.7658, -1.30194 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Church of England churches on the Isle of Wight, Grade II listed buildings on the Isle of Wight

All Saints' Church, Gurnard

All Saints' Church, Gurnard is a parish church in the Church of England located in Gurnard, Isle of Wight.

Located at 50.7542, -1.32 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Church of England churches on the Isle of Wight

Gurnard Bay

Gurnard Bay is a bay on the north west coast of the Isle of Wight, England, in the western arm of the Solent. It lies to the north west of the village of Gurnard from which it takes its name. Its shoreline is 2km in length and is gently curving. It stretches from Gurnard Head in the west to Egypt Point to the east. The seabed is a mixture of mud and sand and the beach is predominantly shingle. A small brook called Gurnard Luck enters the bay at the south western end.

Located at 50.765, -1.33 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of the Isle of Wight, Bays of the Isle of Wight

Osborne Bay

Osborne Bay is a bay on the north-east coast of the Isle of Wight, England, in the eastern arm of the Solent. It lies to the east of East Cowes. Its shoreline is 2 km in length and is gently curving. It stretches from Old Castle Point in the west to Barton Point to the east. The seabed is a mixture of mud and sand. The beach is predominantly shingle. The bay is popular in summer as a yacht anchorage, being sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds, and can become very crowded.

Located at 50.765, -1.33 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Geography of the Isle of Wight, Bays of the Isle of Wight

J. Samuel White's Ground

J. Samuel White's Ground (also known as Plessey Ground) is a sports ground in Park Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, England. The ground is owned by the Isle of Wight Council and is surrounded by residential housing. A multitude of sports have been played at the ground, including cricket, football and bowls.

Located at 50.7572, -1.3121 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Hampshire County Cricket Club, Cricket grounds on the Isle of Wight


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Gurnard