Needles Old Battery Tours

You might be free to wander around today, but Needles Old Battery wasn't always so welcoming! Learn the story behind this mighty stronghold and exactly what it was built to defend.

You'll soon see why this Totland Bay history-filled fortress is popular with travelers. If you're looking for other things to see here, Colwell Bay Beach, Milford on Sea Beach, and Hurst Castle are in this area too. They won't take you very long to get to from Needles Old Battery.

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Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa

Hampshire Court Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Price was $699, price is now $672 per person
$672
per person
Nov 21 - Nov 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Southampton (SOU)
8/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
Very nice and comfortable room. Modern decor, all areas look well maintained. Beautiful accessible outdoor garden space. Nice gym and spa areas. Staff are warm, friendly and welcoming.

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Village Hotel Basingstoke

Village Hotel Basingstoke

4 out of 5
Price was $701, price is now $676 per person
$676
per person
Nov 21 - Nov 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Southampton (SOU)
8.8/10 Excellent! (731 reviews)
Staff were friendly, hotel was clean, comfy bed, quiet area which is walkable to town centre. Although noise from within the hotel did disturb us the throughout the night.

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

Popular places to visit

View from the beach

Alum Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Alum Bay Beach during your trip to Totland Bay? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Alum Bay Beach
The British Sea Fortification sits on the end of a shingle Spit, in the Solent, off the South Coast of England. It has seen many additions and change of purpose through History. The oldest remaining part of the Castle was Built by Henry VIII, as a Defence against invasion from France and the Holy Roman Empire.

Hurst Castle

You can find out about the history of Milford on Sea when you stop by Hurst Castle. Amble within the lush forest or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Hurst Castle
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Milford on Sea Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Milford on Sea Beach during your trip to Milford on Sea? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.

Milford on Sea Beach

New Battery

After visiting New Battery, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Totland Bay. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

New Battery

The Needles Landmark Attraction

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at The Needles Landmark Attraction during your visit to Totland Bay. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

The Needles Landmark Attraction

The Needles Battery

You can find out about the history of Totland Bay when you stop by The Needles Battery. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

The Needles Battery

Best Lodging Options Near Needles Old Battery

The Highdown Inn

The Highdown Inn

3 out of 5
Highdown Lane, Totland Bay, England
The Highdown Inn
Sentry Mead

Sentry Mead

3.5 out of 5
Madeira Road, ISLE OF WIGHT, Totland Bay, England
Sentry Mead
Weston Manor Bed and Breakfast

Weston Manor Bed and Breakfast

3 out of 5
Moonshill, Totland Bay, England
Weston Manor Bed and Breakfast
The Old Kitchens

The Old Kitchens

3.5 out of 5
Totland Bay
The Old Kitchens
Garden Apartment On The Beach

Garden Apartment On The Beach

3 out of 5
The Esplanade, Totland Bay, England
Garden Apartment On The Beach
The Bay Colwell

The Bay Colwell

3.5 out of 5
Fort Warden Rd, Freshwater, Freshwater, England
The Bay Colwell
Avalon

Avalon

3 out of 5
Freshwater
Avalon
Low Tide Loft

Low Tide Loft

3 out of 5
11 Meadows Way, Freshwater, England
Low Tide Loft
Albion Hotel

Albion Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Gate Lane, Freshwater, England
Albion Hotel
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