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About the Isle of Wight Follies

Recently washed up on the Island’s shores (legally, no shipwreck involved), I brought with me a fevered imagination, a stack of notebooks, and the slightly unhinged idea of turning the whole Isle of Wight into a living treasure hunt.

It started as a book. The Isle of Wight Follies, but somewhere between the pages of mythical beasts and curious legends, I thought: why stop at reading about monsters when you could actually go and find them? And so, the game was born.

Mark McIntyre - Isle of Wight Follies

This isn’t just a sightseeing tour. It’s the ultimate way to explore the Island while supporting the brilliant businesses that make it tick, from cosy cafés and eccentric pubs to curious shops and quirky attractions.

The Isle of Wight is already pretty magical: staggering views, mischievous beaches, endless walks, and a weather system so unique it deserves its own Ministry. Seriously, it changes so fast you’d think someone’s casting spells. (Spoiler: they probably are.)
 

Everything interlinks: books, monsters, treasures, quests. Collect clues, solve riddles, stumble across suspicious creatures, and unlock rewards along the way. Think of it as tourism with a plot twist.

So, grab a passport, keep your wits about you, and don’t trust any goats that walk on two legs.


Contact the Curator of Curious Creatures
📧 info@isleofwightfollies.com
📞 01983 655679 / 07599467637

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