Towns & Villages

The Island has a number of larger towns, such as the market town of Ryde. The larger towns are mainly located on the Eastern side of the Island. The Isle of Wight is dotted with characterful and quaint villages. From pretty coastal villages including Seaview, Bembridge, and St Helens to the chocolate box style of Shanklin and Godshill. Each village has a story to tell and has its own unique stamp on the Isle of Wight map. Brading Brading is a charming historic market town located a few miles from the busy town of Ryde. Once a busy port on...

The Isle of Wight is home to many traditional, quaint villages with some of the Island’s most picturesque churches, pretty thatched cottages and some great traditional pubs. The Isle of Wight is dotted in characterful and quaint villages. From pretty coastal villages including Seaview, Bembridge, and St Helens to the chocolate box style Shanklin and Godshill. Each village has a story to tell and has its own unique stamp on the Isle of Wight map. Arreton Although not marketed as an ‘old village’, Arreton is a fascinating place to visit. The Arreton Valley runs through the rural centre of the...

By our definition, an ‘old village’ is one that’s a living, breathing visitor attraction as well as a place for Islanders to live and work. Both Shanklin and Godshill have been recognised as being picturesque since the first real tourism boom during the latter half of the 19th century, so they are very used to welcoming visitors and have a range of great boutiques and tea rooms that make it a worthwhile visit. Arreton is a little different, but at Arreton Barns you can enjoy the peaceful heart of this ancient village as well as having two great pubs, free...

With stunning coastlines and crystal waters, the Island has an excellent range of beach resorts perfect for your holiday. The Isle of Wight is dotted in characterful and quaint villages. From pretty coastal villages including Seaview, Bembridge, and St Helens to the chocolate box style Shanklin and Godshill. Each village has a story to tell and has its own unique stamp on the Isle of Wight map. Cowes Known as the mecca of the sailing world, Cowes has something to offer visitors all year round. Home to Cowes Week, the world’s oldest and largest sailing regatta. There are plenty of...