There are a wide variety of interesting courses available including writing with acclaimed authors, yoga weekends, life coaching, photography and much more.
The Grange in the Isle of Wight has been awarded four star guest accommodation by the AA and receives TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence year after year. Meet like-minded new friends and explore your potential with inspirational, skilled facilitators who will support you. Do as much or as little as you choose.
Find out more about Alison's course below in What's On.
Skyros attracts mostly solo travellers from all over the world. Although all ages are represented, approximately 70% are between 35 and 65. The Grange is a stunning Georgian country house, surrounded by greenery and close to Shanklin's sandy beach, cosy pubs and restaurants and the local train station.
Share a room with a friend or family member. Or choose single occupancy of a room. The supplement for single occupancy is £80 for two nights.
Your course weekend includes six hours of tuition across two days. This leaves plenty of time to explore the island on coastline walks or enjoy health and beauty treatments (book in advance).
Holidays are inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner, tailored to dietary requirements.
Friday
16.00: Arrivals
18.30: Welcome
19.30: Dinner
Saturday
08.00 to 9.30: Breakfast
10.30 to 12.30: Course
13.00: Lunch
16.30: Afternoon Tea
17.00 to 19.00: Course
19.30: Dinner
Sunday
08.00 to 9.30: Breakfast
10.30 to 12.30: Course
13.00: Lunch
As with much of the UK weather is changeable - although the Isle of Wight does boast a micro-climate and is one of the sunniest places to visit. Fingers crossed for good weather!
What's included?
The easiest way to reach The Grange is usually by train. Buy a return rail ticket to Shanklin via Portsmouth Harbour and your ticket will include crossing the Solent in 15 minutes by FastCat. An island train meets the FastCat at Ryde Pier Head and takes you on to Shanklin in 25 minutes. Outside Shanklin station, take a cab for the 3-minute journey to Eastcliff Road (call us for cab numbers) or walk to The Grange in around 15 minutes.
If you decide to drive then book your crossing online with Wightlink or Red Funnel Ferries. Call 01983 867644 or email us at stay@thegrangebythesea.com for ferry discount codes.
