Blackgang Chine, Ventnor
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Facts and practical information
Blackgang Chine is the oldest amusement park in the United Kingdom, having opened in 1843. Named after a now-destroyed chine in the soft Cretaceous cliffs, it is about 6 miles from Ventnor at the southern tip of the Isle of Wight just below St Catherine's Down. Blackgang Chine and its sister park Robin Hill are owned by the Dabell family. Blackgang Chine is home to many lands of imagination, including Pirate Cove, Restricted Area 5, Fairy Land and Village, and Cowboy Town. Owing to the unstable land on which the park is situated, landslides occur frequently, meaning that attractions have been moved further inland to safer ground on several occasions. ()
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Blackgang Chine open?
Blackgang Chine is open:
- Monday 10 am - 4:30 pm
- Tuesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 4:30 pm
- Friday 10 am - 4:30 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 4:30 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Blackgang Chine?
Nearby attractions include St. Catherine's Down, Isle of Wight (15 min walk), St Catherine's Oratory, Isle of Wight (16 min walk), St Andrew's Church, Isle of Wight (16 min walk).
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