Wightlink, the leading eco-friendly Isle of Wight ferry operator, will offer special Black Friday deals* for those looking for an island escape this winter. Bargain hunters should book between Friday, 24 November and Monday, 27 November 2023.

This weekend sale will give Wightlink customers 20% off car ferry travel* across all routes, for travel anytime between 24 November 2023 and 31 March 2024. Famed for its outstanding natural beauty, challenging walking routes and delicious foodie destinations, a trip to the Isle of Wight makes for an unforgettable winter break.

wightlink.co.uk/blackfriday

How can visitors save even more money on the Isle of Wight? Check out Wightlink's list of 10 FREE places to visit – open all year round!

1. Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary – donkeys, horses, picnic areas and dog-friendly - www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org
2. The Garlic Farm – garlic fields, farm shop, farm walks, tractor rides - https://www.thegarlicfarm.co.uk
3. The Needles – beach, iconic landmark, amazing views www.theneedles.co.uk  (parking is chargeable)
4. Quarr Abbey – monastery, woodland walks, resident pigs - https://quarrabbey.org/  
5. Bembridge Lifeboat Station – offshore boathouse, walkway, tours - www.bembridgelifeboat.org.uk/
6. Red squirrel hunting – forest, squirrels, walks - www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/woods/the-forests-of-the-isle-of-wight-parkhurst-forest
7. Needles New Battery – space, rockets, secrets - www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-needles-old-battery-and-new-battery (Note: the Old Battery part is chargeable)
8. Stargazing at Isle of Wight Observatory – weekly open evenings, dark skies, stargazing - https://gostargazing.co.uk/events/isle-of-wight-observatory-open-night-2023-12-28/
9. Isle of Wight Pearl – stunning jewellery, café, free masterclasses – https://www.iowpearl.co.uk/your-visit
10. Walks – clifftop paths, themed trails, forest fun – https://www.wightlink.co.uk/things-to-do-on-the-isle-of-wight/walking

For more information, visit wightlink.co.uk.

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Notes for Editors

Web page will go live at 00:01 on 24 November 2023. For high resolution images, please email media@wightlink.co.uk

*This is a time limited promotional offer which can only be booked online from 24 November 2023 to 27 November 2023. Valid for travel 24 November 2023 to 31 March 2024. Vehicles include cars up to 5.0m long with a driver and up to 6 (six) passengers. Vehicles also include motorcycles, trikes, and quad bikes with a rider and up to 1 (one) passenger. Wightlink General Conditions for provision of Ferry Services can be found at wightlink.co.uk/terms.

Wightlink is the leading cross-Solent ferry operator, carrying 3.8 million passengers to and from the Isle of Wight every year. Eight ferries complete over 32,000 sailings a year across three routes. With over 140 crossings a day, Wightlink has more ferries on more routes running more often than any other Isle of Wight service.