The Chequers Inn
Niton Rd, Rookley, Ventnor PO38 3NZ, UK
View on Google MapsIn short: The Chequers Inn is a campsite in Isle of Wight, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,565 Google reviews, with dogs welcome and pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes.
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The Chequers Inn near Rookley on the Isle of Wight welcomes tents, caravans and motorhomes, with an on-site pub serving food and a children's play area.
About The Chequers Inn
Tucked into the countryside near Rookley, The Chequers Inn offers camping alongside a proper pub experience. The food draws consistent praise – particularly the Sunday carvery – and the spacious play area (including soft play) keeps children happily occupied while parents enjoy a pint. With friendly staff and good value for money, it's a relaxed base for exploring the island's walking trails and nearby attractions, from sailing and cycling to beaches and market towns.
Though reviews occasionally mention the food can be inconsistent, the overall package works well for families and walkers alike. Electric grass and gravel pitches start from around £20, and the pub's own facilities mean you've always got somewhere warm to retreat to. Dogs are welcome year-round, and the site's small scale keeps things peaceful despite its central island location.
What's nearby
- Lake Farm Equestrian Centre 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Reviewers consistently praise this pub for its delicious food, including a popular Sunday carvery, and its excellent, spacious play area for children. Customers also highlight the friendly staff, good value for money, and ample parking.
Some reviews mention the food can be inconsistent.
Summary via Google
Can I bring...?
Pitch types
- Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Hook-up
Facilities
On-site dining
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 3 takeaways deliver to this postcode (PO38 3NZ)
Artista Pizza
5.0 · Pizza, Kebab
Southern Co-Op- Rookley Main Road
Groceries, Alcohol
The Roast Dinner House
Roast Dinners, English
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 35 restaurants nearby
McDonald's
KFC
Subway
Burger King
Pizza Hut Restaurants
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Asda, Newport 3.3 miles
- Morrisons, Newport 3.8 miles
- Sainsbury's, Newport 4 miles
- Lidl, Newport 4.1 miles
- Aldi, Sandown 4.4 miles
- Co-op, Ventnor 4.7 miles
- Tesco, Ryde 7.5 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Other hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 – 11:00 AM
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 – 8:30 PM
What visitors say
I am gluten free and they were just amazing with me. We had evening meals here and they were both knowledgeable and sympathetic. They remembered us when we turned up for our meal on the second night, remembered what drinks we ordered and what wine we had. I cannot fault them - outstanding! They are also part of an equestrian centre which is just across from the hotel and the staff there were just as amazing as the hotel. I went riding there on a lesson and haven't ridden for years. They were just lovely with me. We will be back.
a month ago · via Google
Lovely overnight stay. Nothing was too much trouble. All the staff were lovely and friendly. Chequers breakfast was delicious. Room quaint but had everything needed including fans during the heatwave. Beautiful setting and view from my room stunning.
3 weeks ago · via Google
We didn’t stay, we had the most amazing Sunday carvery. The amount of meat you got and quality of vegetables and variety you had was amazing. every time I come over I always make sure we have a meal here, I definitely recommend this place. The staff are really friendly and always asking if we are ok and if we need any drinks. Do yourself a favour and book a meal here you won’t be disappointed.
2 months ago · via Google
I'll start with a description of room #2. It's no more than two meters high: literally, if you're taller, you won't be able to stand upright. In some places, the ceiling is even lower, so even if you're not very tall, you risk hitting your head. This is the smallest room I've ever stayed in. The staff isn't very attentive and doesn't explain all the dining options. We arrived on a Sunday, when the hotel offers a buffet in addition to the main menu. No one informed us of this, so we ended up ordering overly salty dishes from the menu, even though we would have happily opted for the buffet for variety. We had to wait 20 minutes for the waiter to take our order—quite a while, considering the room wasn't fully booked. The cleanliness of the dishes is also questionable: there were drink stains on the teaspoons. The location isn't ideal. The hotel is located near a busy road with cars driving 24/7. The windows overlook the roadway, beyond which lies a field with horses. Bottom line: this establishment is worth visiting on a Sunday for the buffet for £23. If you can book rooms #1 or #3, you can stay overnight. Room #2 is only worth staying in if you're traveling alone and are short. This is my subjective assessment of this establishment.
3 months ago · via Google
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Quick answers
Is The Chequers Inn any good?
The Chequers Inn is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,565 Google reviews.
Is The Chequers Inn dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at The Chequers Inn.
Is The Chequers Inn good for children?
Yes, The Chequers Inn is listed as good for children.
What facilities does The Chequers Inn have?
The Chequers Inn has Wi-Fi, showers and electric hook-up.
Is The Chequers Inn wheelchair accessible?
The Chequers Inn has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.
Is there parking at The Chequers Inn?
Yes: free car park.
How do I contact The Chequers Inn?
Call The Chequers Inn on +44 1983 840314.