Our pick of the 20 top photo spots!

There’s no denying that Blackgang Chine is one of the most instagramable attractions on the Isle of Wight and we absolutely love seeing all our visitors’ selfies and imaginative photos. So we’ve pulled together a list of the top 20 photo opportunities within the park and created a check list for you to make sure you don’t miss out on that must-have shot! We’ve pulled out our 10 favourites and you can see the full checklist at the end of this post – why not print a copy and check them off during your next visit?

1. The Sizeable Smuggler

He’s arguably the most recognisable part of the park so is certainly deserving of his place at the top of this list! Whether you’re sitting on his giant boot or trying to balance him on your hand, a shot with our smuggler is an absolute must!

2. Terrified by the T-Rex

Our animatronic T-Rex is the largest in the country and his roar really does makes the ground shake beneath your feet! So those terrified faces everyone’s pulling in their selfies are perfectly justified! 

3. The Timeless Toadstool

Our beloved toadstool was first installed back in 1974 and every year since, visitors have been posing for a photo with the friendly gnome who calls the toadstool home. It’s the perfect photo to commemorate the year of your visit!

4. Shell Style

A relatively new addition to the park, the Shell Seat in Underwater Kingdom has fast become one of the most popular photo ops in the whole park! Perch on the stylised marble seat and become the underwater goddess of your dreams!

5. Western Wagon Stories

The horse-drawn wagon at the centre of Cowboy Town is a classic favourite photo with kids young and old! Whether you’re perched on horseback or standing atop the wagon about to set off on a journey, you can create your own Cowboy story!

6. The Supreme Steggy

For generations, children (and adults) have been clambering up onto the back of our Stegosaurus to pose for a classic Blackgang Chine photo! We’ve even got a picture of our CEO up there somewhere…

7. Mystical Mirrors

We know that a mirror selfie is nothing new…but here at Blackgang Chine, it’s a selfie with a difference. Super long legs, a giant head and an obscured image are what you’ll get in our ever-popular Hall of Mirrors!

8. Fantastical Fairy Dreams

Who wouldn’t want to feel like a princess atop their very own castle? The balcony on the top floor of Fairy Castle in Fairyland is the perfect opportunity for a Romeo & Juliet moment! Stand down by the Fairy Houses for a great perspective shot!

9. This is the Priest all Shaven and Shorn

Part of the nursery rhyme ‘The House That Jack Built’, our beloved Priest is the perfect selfie companion – he won’t be worried about his hair not quite looking right!

10. The Unbelievable Underwater Whale

The majestic 60ft animatronic whale is the largest inhabitant of Underwater Kingdom and snapping a photo as he swims majestically above your head is a definite must! You’ll be amazed at the sense of scale when you see yourself photographed underneath his belly! 

20 Top Photo Opportunities Checklist 

Restricted Area Five
1. T-Rex
2. Stegosaurus
3. Dino Eggs 

Cowboy Town
4. Wagon / Horseback
5. Coffins
6. In Jail
7. Wanted Poster

Underwater Kingdom
8. Whale
9. Shell Seat
10. Giuseppe the crab

Nurseryland
11. Commemorative Toadstool
12. The Priest 

Fairyland
13. The Balcony on Fairy Castle 
14. Sad Toadstool
15. Fairy House 

General
16. Smuggler
17. Rumpus Donkey Mirror
18. Gnome Bench
19. Hall of Mirrors 
20.Mouth of Hell

If you’ve taken an epic photo whilst visiting the park, share it with us on our social channels; Facebook, Twitter & Instagram using #Blackgang175Years!

Here’s a little inspiration from Instagram!