Discover the Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight is England's largest island. Getting to the Isle of Wight could not be easier with just a short journey across the Solent.

Indulge yourself in our latest news, guides on places to stay, upcoming events and our favourite things to do on the Isle of Wight.

The weather on the Isle of Wight is one of the Island’s greatest draws for visitors. Enjoying 40.8% more sunshine than the UK annual average.

When visiting the Isle of Wight, most visitors want to grab their towels and flip-flops and head to one of our famous beaches.

The Isle of Wight has been described as a “Little England” and part of this is based on the variety and character of its towns and villages.

You would be hard-pressed to find a more dog-friendly holiday location than the Isle of Wight. Many accommodation providers across the Island welcome dogs all year round. You’ll also find many local pubs (and their locals) welcome dogs so much that they have treats on the bar ready, and some even have a dedicated doggie menu. Well-behaved pooches on leads are welcome at some of the Isle of Wight’s attractions. These include the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, The Needles Landmark Attraction, and Robin Hill. From October through to the end of March, most of the Isle of Wight beaches...

Miles of footpaths and trails The Isle of Wight has long been popular as a touring destination both by car and by coach. But the beauty of the diamond isle can be enjoyed in a completely different way by walking along some of the 500 miles of award-winning footpaths, bridleways and tracks that crisscross the landscape. Coastal Paths Countryside Footpaths Woodland Trails The magic of the Island’s small scale is that you don’t have to go very far at all to find yourself well away from the bustling towns and villages. The gently rolling chalk downs hide many valleys and...

Miles of cycling paradise The Isle of Wight is a cycling paradise that is home to some of the UK’s most varied terrain: lush velvet hills rolling into the sea, narrow lanes through tidy hedgerows, deep and mysterious green gullies, and the island’s most striking feature, the ridge of white chalk cliffs stretching across its breadth. Mountain Biking Family Fun Exploring The Isle of Wight boasts over 500 miles of bridleways and cycle paths, along with countless quiet lanes, making it a perfect spot for cycling all year round. You’ll find numerous businesses on the Isle of Wight ready to...

Discover events across the Isle of Wight with our what's on guide, from festivals and sporting events to family activities and carnivals.

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