AONB Unit

About half of the Island is AONB, mostly in the South and West, but with five parcels stretching across the whole land area, in total around 189 square kilometres. It was designated in 1963. The AONB represents the variety of landscapes found upon the Island, from high chalk downs to lush green pastures. It also includes around half of the coastline including all of the Heritage Coast.
Centuries of land management have shaped the existing landform to create today's landscape. Any persons' perception of beauty is an individual thing and one which is very often different from our forebears. This makes it hard to generalise, however there are many landscapes which have widespread appeal. The Isle of Wight has that special feel.

Method of collecting: Raffles, guided walks etc
Member since: 2003

Innovation Centre, St Cross Business Park
Monks Brook
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 5WB

Website: www.wightaonb.org.uk
Email:
Telephone: 01983 823855

Yarmouth Harbour Commission - IW Estuaries Project

Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight, is a picturesque fishing, ferry and yachting port widely regarded as one of the jewels of the South Coast. The deepwater harbour retains its old world aura while visiting yachtsmen will find a range of amenities which are very much up to date and accepted as being among the best in the South.

Method of collecting: Posters (& guided walks) & collection tub
Member since: 2003

Harbour Office
The Quay
Yarmouth
Isle of Wight
PO41 0NT

Website: www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk
Email: info@yar-iow-harbour.demon.co.uk
Telephone: 01983 760321

Wight Wildlife

Wight Wildlife was formed in 1993 to combine the expertise of two of the Island's major conservation charities, the Isle of Wight Natural History Archaeological Society and the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. In 2001, we welcomed the Wight Nature Fund into the partnership. By working in partnership and pooling our resources, we strengthen the wildlife conservation effort on the Island.

Method of collecting: Various
Member since: 2003

2 High Street
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 1SS

Website: www.hwt.org.uk
Email: feedback@hwt.org.uk
Telephone: 01983 533180

Fort Victoria Ranger Service - IW Council

The Countryside Section of the Isle of Wight Council is involved in a wide range of activities from giving advice about wildlife and trees to carrying out practical management and teaching children about nature. The Countryside Rangers manage nature reserves and country parks throughout the Island, including Fort Victoria Country Park. Rangers work closely with community organisations and charities, especially town and parish councils, to promote good countryside and wildlife management on land they own.

Method of collecting: Voluntary levy(opt in) on mainland school visits
Member since: 2001

Fort Victoria
Westhill Lane, Norton
Yarmouth
Isle of Wight
PO41 0RR

Website: www.iwight.com
Email:
Telephone: 01983 823892

Forest Enterprise

Method of collecting: Voluntary levy (opt in) on mainland schools visits
Member since: 2001

Signal House
Newport
Isle of Wight

Website:
Email:
Telephone: 01983 522583

English Heritage

It’s no surprise that Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s favourite retreat. Set in magnificent grounds overlooking the Solent, this beautiful stately home promises a fantastic day out. Trace the footsteps of one of Britain’s most popular monarchs as you wander through the Italianate terrace gardens, and marvel at the sumptuous interiors and furnishings.

Method of collecting: Posters
Member since: 2002

Osborne House
East Cowes
Isle of Wight

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Email:
Telephone: 01983 200022