Isle of Wight Council

Shanklin Lift

Frequently Asked Questions for this Service

Question: What are the prices for seasonal sites?

Answer: Shanklin Lift:
Adult return £1.50;
Junior return £1;

Browns Golf, Sandham Gardens and Shanklin Esplanade sites are now managed by private operators


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Question: Are there preferential rates for pensioners on the lift?

Answer: The return fare for a pensioner is £1.50. All disabled customers travel free.

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Question: What times does the lift operate?

Answer: 2024 opening times
25 March – 24 May - 1000-1800
25 May – 19 July – 0900-2100
20 July – 1 Sept 0900-2200
2 September – 29 September 0900-2100
30 September – 1 November 1000-1800

for the 2024 season there is a discounted rate of £1.00 in place due to the closure of steps leading to the sea front.



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