Service Description: The Isle of Wight Coastal Visitors Centre opened in August 1998 in order to provide an accessible point of contact for anyone with an interest in the Island's coastline. The Visitors Centre comprises 10 themed rooms each examining a different aspect of the Island's coastline and its management. These range from the geology and scenery to the plant and animal life that inhabit the varied coastline as well as the marine and inter-tidal archaeology. The Visitors Centre is able to offer an extensive education programme relating to the coastline, habitats and geohazards.
Also known as:- Coastal Centre, Coastal Visitor Centre, Salisbury Gardens
Answer: The Coastal Visitors Centre in Ventnor holds information about ground conditions in Ventnor and areas of Cowes. Some of this information is available to purchase in map form. Maps and a Geographical Information System are also available to view at the Centre, although appointments are generally required to view the Geographical Information System. To make an appointment to view the GIS you must telephone 01983 855400. - Related Link