YMCA Isle of Wight

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Welcome to YMCA Isle of Wight!

Isle of Wight services are based primarily at a stunning cliff top location of Winchester House, Shanklin. A stunning 115 bed residential property, perfect for group bookings. We also house a mother and baby unit and a wide range of community services and projects. With a focus on childcare, we have expanded our presence into Newport, offering a large early years nursery at St Mary’s Hospital.

Children Under 5

YMCA Nursery Newport

Located in the grounds of St Mary’s Hospital, just off the main Newport Road, providing excellent quality childcare for the local community.

Schools & Groups

Residentials

YMCA Winchester House, in Shanklin, An amazing base offering group accommodation from which you can explore the Isle of Wight. With sweeping cliff-top views across Hope Bay, open all year with easy access to many island attractions and great transport links, it’s the ideal setting for your group.

Venue Hire

Hire a Room

Our rooms in Shanklin vary in size from a large chapel or conference room for 80 people, to smaller lounges overlooking the sea. Whatever your event or community session, pop in and take a look at the options. Contact us on 01983 862441.

Support

Housing

The Lodge is an early-years focused service, working with single mothers and pregnant woman aged 16-25, and their infants, who are experiencing homelessness. All those engaged in the programme move into The Lodge and take part in activities delivered by the YMCA team, community volunteers and other agencies.

Perfect Location

The Isle of Wight settings are located in Newport and Shanklin, Winchester House is our largest setting and primary location. Find us at YMCA Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight PO37 6HT.

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