The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin
The Fig Tree hotel front in Shanklin on the Isle of Wight at dusk

Stay close to the show: theatre breaks in Shanklin

A short walk to Shanklin Theatre. Breakfast included.

How a theatre break works

  1. 1. Check what is on at Shanklin Theatre

    See what is on and buy your tickets from the theatre. We do not sell tickets, so book them direct with Shanklin Theatre.

    See what is on at Shanklin Theatre
  2. 2. Book your room with us

    Breakfast is included in every rate, served from 8am to 10am, cooked or continental.

  3. 3. Arrive from 3pm

    Settle in, have a drink in the lounge bar or afternoon tea with 24 hours notice, then walk to the show. Check-out is by 11am.

What is on this winter

  • Friday 13 November, The Manfreds
  • Saturday 14 November, The Greatest Hits of UB40
  • Thursday 19 November, The Nutcracker, Crown Ballet
  • Friday 20 November, Gary Delaney
  • Saturday 12 December, Talon, The Best of Eagles
  • 19 December to 1 January, Cinderella, the Spotlight pantomime

Dates from Shanklin Theatre's own listings; please check with the theatre before you book tickets.

Why stay with us

  • A lift to every floor and dedicated accessible rooms.
  • A lounge bar and a terrace to relax on before the show.
  • Breakfast included in every rate, cooked or continental.
  • Owner-run by two sisters, with 23 bedrooms.
  • Free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi.
The lounge bar with stools and bifold doors opening onto the terrace at The Fig Tree, ShanklinOutdoor terrace with sofas beside the church at The Fig Tree, ShanklinA full cooked breakfast plate at The Fig Tree, Shanklin, included in every rate

Make an evening of it

Add afternoon tea to your break at £25 per person, or £30 per person with prosecco, with 24 hours notice. Happy hour runs from 5pm to 7pm, with 20% off drinks.

Your questions answered

Do you sell theatre tickets?

No. Shanklin Theatre sells its own tickets; we look after your stay.

How far is the theatre?

A short walk from the hotel through the town.

Can I check in late?

Check-in is from 3pm; tell us if you will arrive late and we will arrange it.

Is there parking?

Yes, free on-site parking.

Can I bring my dog?

Small, well-behaved dogs are welcome in selected rooms at £30 per stay.

Is the hotel step-free?

Yes, there is a lift to every floor and dedicated accessible rooms.

Terms

The Fig Tree does not sell or reserve theatre tickets. Please buy tickets directly from Shanklin Theatre. Room prices and availability are shown in our booking engine. The FRIENDS10 code applies to flexible rates for bookings made and stays taken by 28 February 2027, excluding 24 December to 1 January.

Book your theatre break

Live prices and availability are on our booking page. Prefer to talk? Call 01983 241 010.

Book direct with us

You deal with us, not a call centre. Book on our own site for our best rate and a few things the booking sites cannot offer.

Prefer to talk? Call 01983 241 010 or email reception@thefigtreehotel.co.uk.

  • 1. Our best rates

    Our lowest prices are on our own website, not on the booking sites.

  • 2. Breakfast included

    A full cooked or continental breakfast is part of every rate, every day.

  • 3. Discounted ferry crossings

    Call 01983 241 010 when you book direct and we will arrange your discounted crossing.

  • 4. A returning-guest discount

    Come back to stay with us again and we will look after the price.

  • 5. Price match promise

    Find a lower price online, tell us, and we will price match where our policy allows.

  • 6. Free parking and Wi-Fi

    Free on-site parking and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.