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Isle of Wight Towns & Villages
Only minutes away from the mainland and so easy to reach - yet the Isle of Wight is a world apart. This diamond-shaped island has a magic all of its own - and is one of the UK's sunniest and warmest places. Measuring 23 miles by 13 miles, the Island lies just off England's South Coast. But no passport is needed for the short sea crossing - and once you've landed on the Island everything is within easy reach.
Boasting award-winning beaches, unspoilt and spectacular scenery and a rich historical heritage, there are attractions, activities and adventures to suit visitors of all ages and nationalities. Discover picturesque villages, spectacular cliffs, downland, sandy beaches, rich farmlands, creeks, marshland, river valleys, and a rich diversity of wildlife, flora and fauna.
More than half the Island is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with 500 miles of award-winning public footpaths and bridleways, while almost 30 miles of its seashore is Heritage Coast.
- In and around Cowes
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Separated by the River Medina and linked by a chain ferry, the Island's most northerly towns of Cowes and East Cowes are steeped in maritime heritage.
- In and around Newport
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The beautiful and historic town of Newport is situated in the centre of the Island and is its principal town, centre of commerce and most ...
- In and around Ryde
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The largest town on the Island, Ryde has fine Georgian and Victorian buildings, lively pubs and restaurants, seafront promenade, a marina, great nightlife and entertainment.
- In and around Bembridge, St Helens, Seaview
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Situated on the most easterly point of the Isle of Wight, lying beneath the headland of Culver is the village of Bembridge.
- In and around Brading
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Situated just a few miles inland from Bembridge, Brading is one of the oldest towns on the Island and steeped in history.
- In and around Sandown
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With its superb position on sweeping Sandown Bay, the sparkling resort of Sandown offers all the fun and excitement for everyone.
- In and around Shanklin
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A popular family resort, Shanklin offers all the traditional seaside treats of sandy beaches, restaurants and theatres together with the charming Old Village.
- In and around Godshill
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With its charming thatched-roofed cottages, delightful medieval church and a winding main street lined with tearooms, Godshill is the quintessential English Village.
- In and around Ventnor
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A Victorian town with a Mediterranean feel, Ventnor is one of the sunniest spots on the Island, thanks to its sheltered southerly aspect.
- In and around West Wight
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The West Wight has many Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - rolling countryside forests, farms, picturesque villages, rugged cliffs and the famous Needles rocks.