About the Isles of Wight

Isle of Wight As one of the most idyllic parts of England, the Isle of Wight offers stunning landscapes, a range of outdoor activities and superb fine dining that brings visitors back for holidays to the Isle of Wight year after year.

Located off the South England coast, the Isle of Wight is 13 miles from north to south and 27 miles from east to west with over 500 miles of footpaths and cycle routes including a 67 mile coastal path. Over half of the Isle of Wight is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with rolling downs, dramatic coastlines and wild woodlands. There’s an abundance of flora and fauna including the endangered red squirrel and the Glanville Fritillary butterfly which is unique to the Isle of Wight.

There are a variety of beaches from family friendly, sheltered coves in the south and east to windy bays perfect for water sports in the west. The Isle of Wight is the perfect place for outdoor adventure with kayaking, sailing and kite surfing offered by top registered schools.

There are plenty of opportunities to indulge yourself. Visit some of the most impressive restaurants in England where alfresco dining, fresh seafood and fine local farm produce are on offer. Pamper yourself at one of the island’s Spas or enjoy a relaxing game of golf at one of the many courses. Visit the Isle of Wight’s art galleries, shops, manor houses and country parks.

However you choose to spend your time here, a visit to the Isle of Wight will leave you refreshed, relaxed and eager to return for an Isle of Wight holiday.