Woodland-style camping chalets along a gravel path with wild grasses in the foreground

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Unforgettable residentials at the Isle of Wight farm attraction where every day is a new adventure

Residential trips at Tapnell Farm

Residentials on the Isle of Wight should take full advantage of the freedom, fresh air and sense of discovery that make this Island so special. And here at Tapnell Farm, you'll have the perfect base for an Island adventure they'll never forget.

Our multi-award-winning farm attraction offers unique, comfortable accommodation, a spectacular countryside setting and convenient road links to ferry terminals and off-site attractions. On-site, meanwhile, there are dozens of engaging, confidence-building activities – from splashing at our Aqua Park to meeting cute animals at the Farm Park.

Plus, you'll have the full support of our experienced team from the start. They can tailor-make an unforgettable residential package for you, including organising off-site activities and booking ferry travel. Just imagine – an exciting voyage across the Solent, followed by days of adventure and stories around the campfire at night. It's the kind of experience that stays with you for life.

Award-winning farm attraction • Bespoke activity programmes • Risk assessments provided

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Accommodation and catering

Wood-clad cabin with narrow window surrounded by purple wildflowers under a blue sky

Entrance to a cosy bunk room with wooden bunk beds, colourful bunting and patterned storage cubes

Student bed and board.

At Tapnell Farm, our accommodation is all part of the adventure. Students stay in 'off-grid' converted shipping containers, each with four bunk beds to sleep up to eight children.

As part of their stay, students enjoy:

• Cabin-style bunk beds with comfortable mattresses
• Access to a modern washing block, complete with flushing toilets and hot showers
• Charging facilities
• 3 daily meals
• 2 evenings of entertainment

You also have the option to upgrade to our unique glamping units, including safari tents, Eco Pods and spacious wood cabins.

Student accommodation

Accommodation for teachers

Teachers' accommodation is thoughtfully provided separately, ensuring staff have a relaxing and restorative space to unwind after a busy day. Choose from our well-equipped chalets or the charming Stys.

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Burgers and chips served in paper-lined baskets on a long table at The Cow, Tapnell Farm, Isle of Wight

Catering

Catering is provided by our award-winning on-site restaurant, The Cow. The restaurant caters for all dietary requirements.

Feasts at The Cow

Child in a green buoyancy aid gives a thumbs up in the water beside a blue inflatable slide at the Isle of Wight Aqua Park

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On-site activities

Visit our Isle of Wight school trips page for more information on the duration of activities and recommended group sizes.

Tapnell Farm Park

The Island's leading family farm attraction. Meet our animals, ride go-karts, bounce on our jumping pillows and much more.

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Aqua Park

An adventure on water for swimmers aged seven and up. Bounce, splash and make lasting memories in the Great Outdoors.

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Boy standing beside a red flag on the football golf course at Tapnell Farm with rolling downs in the background

Football and Frisbee Golf

Fun, have-a-go activities for all ages. Kick or throw your way around 18 fun and challenging holes.

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Additional activities

Our additional activities provide more opportunities for engaging fun and happy memories. Please let us know if you'd like us to arrange these for you (they will be quoted separately).

Two girls dancing under bright pink and blue stage lights at a lively concert.

Evening disco

Fresh popcorn being scooped into a red-and-white striped popcorn box

Evening cinema night

Group of people on a rocky beach at sunset with a child in the foreground

Beach walks

Campfires

Three people performing a plate-spinning act outdoors, holding spinning sticks with colourful plates

Circus skills

Group coasteering along a rocky cliff at Freshwater Bay, wearing helmets and buoyancy aids beside the sea

Off-site activities.

There are enough activities and experiences at Tapnell Farm to keep children of all ages occupied for days. However, you'll have even more fun if you plan an excursion or two.

Please let us know which excursions you'd like included. We can cost and book these for you. If you're unsure, our friendly team will be happy to discuss your options.

Example activities:

• A beach visit with fossil hunting
• Bushcraft
• Alum Bay and The Needles
• Carisbrooke Castle
• Osborne House
• Robin Hill Adventure Park
• The Isle of Wight Steam Railway
• Blackgang Chine (the UK's oldest theme park)
• Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
• Surfing lessons with iSurf
• Freshwater Bay Coasteering
• Monkey Haven
• Laser Quest
• Bowling
• Wightwater (watersports)

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Loved it here!

So much to do for the kids. Football golf was a huge success with my footie crazy boys. The animal park was great, we especially loved feeding the wallabies.

Carrie | 12 / 2025

A great day out for kids of all ages

We only spent the afternoon here and with only one 5 year old that was fine. But with more kids or older ones I think you could easily spend the whole day here.

Wendy | 11 / 2025

An amazing time had by all

Christmas 2025 Tapnell farm was a magical experience. They really exceeded expectations this year. Great value for money. Great activities, my granddaughter age 8, really believed she was in the Northpole, and when the snow came down it brought such joy to my granddaughter. Santa and Mrs clauses were the best. The elfs were fun and helpful.

Well done Tapnell farm

Brenda Iron | 01 / 2026

Absolutely impeccable stay!

I stayed in the module log cabin and everything was perfect — exactly as described on the booking website. The place was also very dog friendly, which made the trip even better. I just have to make a special mention of how impressive the fridge was in the accommodation — it really exceeded expectations. Highly recommend!

Sophie Knight | 12 / 2025

Fantastic day out for kids/family

Loads to do both indoors and out! A lovely coffee/cake selection including GF options!!

Sandwiches and meals available as well although we took a packed lunch which we could eat either outside or in the huge barn area (which includes a play area/go kart track!)

Phil B