Whatever time of year Shanklin Beach has something to deliver. In early spring the weather can be unkind and on our visit in late March it could have been better, We were still able to walk along the promenade but a venture onto the sand was deferred for another day. There is a 'penny' arcade and crazy golf under cover. A fish & chip restaurant is attached as is Toppings - the place for an ice cream with an outstanding choice of flavours. Except for extreme inclement weather the two outside crazy golf circuits were open - pirate & dinosaur themes. Number of hostelries along the prom offer good food at a reasonable price. We chose the Steamer Inn - warm inside and food came quickly. Don't be deterred by adverse weather. We enjoyed our visit.