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Lower Hyde And Landguard Holiday Parks in Shanklin – Location, Facilities and Reviews 2025
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Sunny Shanklin has got two busy Parkdean Resorts Holiday parks called Lower Hyde and Landguard. They were formerly Park Resorts holiday parks before the companies merged a few years ago.
They've got a lot in common but there are also some key differences, which you'll want to know if you're deciding which one to go for
Here's my waffle free summary:
They've got a lot in common but there are also some key differences, which you'll want to know if you're deciding which one to go for
Here's my waffle free summary:
Lower Hyde has a nicer setting with more space, leafy pathways, parking next to your caravan, a sports court and gets marginally better reviews than Landguard. However, Landguard tends to be cheaper and has an indoor swimming pool. Guests at Lower Hyde can use the pool at Landguard, but will have to walk a little.
Lower Hyde has a nice sprawling layout, with space for your car next to the caravan...
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...whilst Landguard is a more compact site with neat rows of caravans and shared parking
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Read on for our more detailed guide to location, price, accommodation options, facilities and reviews.
Where are Lower Hyde and Landguard Holiday Parks?
Lower Hyde and Landguard are both in Shanklin, which is a good choice if you’re looking for a classic English seaside resort.
Shanklin is in the East Wight, which is the busier and more touristy part of the Isle of Wight. Personally, I prefer Shanklin to Sandown and Ryde, though they’ve all got their plus points.
The seafront at Shanklin has got a mini fairground, along with three minigolf courses, a large amusement arcade, several places to eat and things like kayaks or paddleboard hire on the beach (in summer obviously…no-one is kayaking in January).
Lower Hyde and Landguard are both a little way back from the beach, so you’ll either need to walk about 20 minutes or drive five minutes to get your feet wet. Lower Hyde is a little bit closer to Shanklin’s railway station, which connects with the ferries in Ryde via a railway line.
Parking on Shanklin seafront is OK most of the time, but we have struggled to find a space on a couple of occasions during half term in May. You will have to pay to park, of course. A trip to the beach will probably cost you about £6 in parking (see our guide to cheap parking on the Isle of Wight if you dislike paying for parking as much as I do).
Shanklin is in the East Wight, which is the busier and more touristy part of the Isle of Wight. Personally, I prefer Shanklin to Sandown and Ryde, though they’ve all got their plus points.
The seafront at Shanklin has got a mini fairground, along with three minigolf courses, a large amusement arcade, several places to eat and things like kayaks or paddleboard hire on the beach (in summer obviously…no-one is kayaking in January).
Lower Hyde and Landguard are both a little way back from the beach, so you’ll either need to walk about 20 minutes or drive five minutes to get your feet wet. Lower Hyde is a little bit closer to Shanklin’s railway station, which connects with the ferries in Ryde via a railway line.
Parking on Shanklin seafront is OK most of the time, but we have struggled to find a space on a couple of occasions during half term in May. You will have to pay to park, of course. A trip to the beach will probably cost you about £6 in parking (see our guide to cheap parking on the Isle of Wight if you dislike paying for parking as much as I do).
Shanklin has a sandy beach which is about 20 minutes from Landguard and Lower Hyde
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Shanklin is a deckchairs and sunshine sort of place
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What facilities are there at Lower Hyde and Landguard?
Lower Hyde and Landguard are both mid-sized and have a few things to do:
Most activities are free (i.e. included in the cost of the holiday) such as football and cricket, although there are a few exceptions such as 'hover archery'.
- Landguard is a better choice if you are likely to go swimming every day as it’s got an indoor swimming pool. Lower Hyde residents are able to use the Landguard pool, but it is a 15 minute walk. Both parks have got outdoor swimming pools, but come on, be realistic… Lower Hyde's outdoor pool is slightly more interesting as it has a decent slide.
- Both parks have daytime and evening entertainment for children and adults. Lower Hyde has a busier schedule with things like outdoor cinema and more live music. The website says that Lower Hyde's entertainments are 'more lively' whilst Landguard's entertainment is 'leisurely'. Kids' activities include things like science, superhero and sci-fi themed shenanigans.
- They both have playgrounds, places to eat and drink and a shop onsite. Lower Hyde also has a sports court.
Most activities are free (i.e. included in the cost of the holiday) such as football and cricket, although there are a few exceptions such as 'hover archery'.
Landguard has a good sized indoor pool as well as this outdoor pool...
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...whilst Lower Hyde has this outdoor pool and a small indoor pool
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Do Lower Hyde and Landguard holiday parks get good reviews?
There's not a lot between Landguard and Lower Hyde in terms of reviews. Both average 4/5 on TripAdvisor. When we checked, Lower Hyde was just about edging it on Google Reviews with a score of 4.2/5 compared to 4.1/5 for Landguard. In other words, Lower Hyde has a rating of 82% whilst Landguard scores 81%.
They also get pretty similar reviews to other competing holiday parks on the Isle of Wight, such as Nodes Point (also run by Parkdean Resorts/formerly Park Resorts) and Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park (run by Away Resorts). These two options are nearer to a beach, but are in a quieter part of the Island.
They also get pretty similar reviews to other competing holiday parks on the Isle of Wight, such as Nodes Point (also run by Parkdean Resorts/formerly Park Resorts) and Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park (run by Away Resorts). These two options are nearer to a beach, but are in a quieter part of the Island.
What's the accommodation like at Lower Hyde and Landguard holiday parks?
Lower Hyde has caravans, lodges and chalets. Landguard just has caravans and lodges. The lodges are a bit posher and more spacious than the chalets. Some lodges have hot tubs, although you pay a lot extra for those during the busier times.
Lower Hyde offers Glamping in safari tents, whereas Landguard doesn't.
Lower Hyde Holiday Park and Landguard Holiday Park both offer camping and touring pitches.
Reviews of individual accommodation varies greatly at both parks, with some very positive comments (e.g. 'Excellent value for money') and some less positive (e.g. 'It totally smelled of dog for the entire stay'). My advice is to look for properties that are described as being 'new to park'. Here's a guide to the Parkdean Resorts caravan grading system.
The two parks have quite a different layout that is worth considering. Lower Hyde is what I would describe as sprawling. The caravans, lodges and other accommodation are quite spread out with lots of trees and cul-de-sacs where children can kick a ball. Landguard is a much more compact site with neat rows of caravans. Two sides of Landguard is surrounded by woodland but it's not quite as leafy. However, it's much quicker and easier to get around. You can park your car next to your caravan at Lower Hyde, whilst at Landguard you leave your car in the main car park and walk to the caravan.
Lower Hyde offers Glamping in safari tents, whereas Landguard doesn't.
Lower Hyde Holiday Park and Landguard Holiday Park both offer camping and touring pitches.
Reviews of individual accommodation varies greatly at both parks, with some very positive comments (e.g. 'Excellent value for money') and some less positive (e.g. 'It totally smelled of dog for the entire stay'). My advice is to look for properties that are described as being 'new to park'. Here's a guide to the Parkdean Resorts caravan grading system.
The two parks have quite a different layout that is worth considering. Lower Hyde is what I would describe as sprawling. The caravans, lodges and other accommodation are quite spread out with lots of trees and cul-de-sacs where children can kick a ball. Landguard is a much more compact site with neat rows of caravans. Two sides of Landguard is surrounded by woodland but it's not quite as leafy. However, it's much quicker and easier to get around. You can park your car next to your caravan at Lower Hyde, whilst at Landguard you leave your car in the main car park and walk to the caravan.
Lower Hyde Holiday Park has a glamping village with 12 safari tents
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Most of the accommodation at Lower Hyde and Landguard is caravans (this picture shows Landguard)
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Which is cheaper? Landguard or Lower Hyde?
In our comparisons of holiday parks and camping on the Isle of Wight:
- Landguard was somewhere around the middle in our price comparison of campsites, whilst Lower Hyde was the most expensive of the Parkdean Resorts on the Isle of Wight. A week for four in August 2025 was £379 at Landguard or £499 at Lower Hyde.
- Lower Hyde was somewhat cheaper than Landguard for caravan holidays in our comparison for a family of four in August 2025. Landguard prices started at £799 whilst Lower Hyde started at £979 for a week's holiday. We searched in October 2024.
Can I bring my dog to Lower Hyde and Landguard holiday parks?
Yes, Lower Hyde and Landguard are both dog friendly holiday parks. You pay an extra £49 to bring a dog.
However, bringing a dog does limit your accommodation options. When I searched, 5 out of 19 accommodation options at Landguard were dog friendly whilst 9 out of 28 accommodation options at Lower Hyde accepted dogs.
However, bringing a dog does limit your accommodation options. When I searched, 5 out of 19 accommodation options at Landguard were dog friendly whilst 9 out of 28 accommodation options at Lower Hyde accepted dogs.
Are Lower Hyde and Landguard good choices for an Isle of Wight holiday?
Lower Hyde and Landguard are best suited for families looking for a good value holiday in a busy resort. There's quite a bit to do on the parks and you could happily waste a couple of days building sandcastles at Shanklin if the weather is nice. Lower Hyde is the busier park and has a bit more of a 'buzz' about it, whilst Landguard is quieter but has a better indoor pool.
Some people find Shanklin a bit twee and touristy. It's a bit like walking into a postcard with lots of olde thatched cottages, shops selling boxes of fudge and an arcade full of 2p machines.
Personally, we didn't visit Shanklin much until we had children and then we realised it's convenient and pleasant for a bit of family fun.
I would also look at Nodes Point and Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park as they offer a lot of the same things but have the advantage of easy beach access, which is good for an evening stroll.
If you want isolation and quiet, I would look elsewhere at the lodges and caravans at somewhere like Cheverton Copse or Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat (see our lodges guide for more ideas)
Some people find Shanklin a bit twee and touristy. It's a bit like walking into a postcard with lots of olde thatched cottages, shops selling boxes of fudge and an arcade full of 2p machines.
Personally, we didn't visit Shanklin much until we had children and then we realised it's convenient and pleasant for a bit of family fun.
I would also look at Nodes Point and Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park as they offer a lot of the same things but have the advantage of easy beach access, which is good for an evening stroll.
If you want isolation and quiet, I would look elsewhere at the lodges and caravans at somewhere like Cheverton Copse or Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat (see our lodges guide for more ideas)
Can I get cheap ferry travel with a holiday at Lower Hyde and Landguard?
Yes, you get the same cheap ferry deal whether you choose Landguard or Lower Hyde. You also get the same deal if you stay at Nodes Point Holiday Park or Thorness Bay Holiday Park. All four of these are owned by the same company. The exact discount varies and you can't check prices before you book. However, we found it can be as much as 50% - 70% off standard fares (see this blog).
A different ferry discount is also offered if you stay at several of the Isle of Wight's other holiday parks. One of the best around is that offered by Away Resorts at their four Isle of Wight holiday parks. Read the comparison here.
A different ferry discount is also offered if you stay at several of the Isle of Wight's other holiday parks. One of the best around is that offered by Away Resorts at their four Isle of Wight holiday parks. Read the comparison here.
Where can I get a quote for a holiday at Lower Hyde and Landguard?
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