Only 5 miles below the southerly portion of the UK mainland, you can find the Isle of Wight. The Isle of Wight is a diamond-shaped island that’s home to around 150,000 locals. It measures twenty-three by thirteen miles comprising total land area of 147 square miles. There’s over 60 miles of seacoast, which ranges from top rated beaches to breathtaking chalk cliffs.

About a million holidaymakers visit every year, making the Isle of Wight one of the more well-known holiday attractions in the UK. With more than 500 miles of public footpaths including dramatic seaside routes, walking is certainly a favorite activity. The weather conditions here is practically sub-tropical and Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor are some of the spots that get a lot of sunshine over the year. One can just imagine the gorgeous landscapes the eyes could feast on, particularly with more that one half of the island already labeled as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Additionally, half of the Isle of Wight seacoast has been specifically called Heritage Coast, a label that can just be granted to the finest perimeter stretches.

The Isle of Wight is also host to a lot of international tourist attractions and festivals all year through and one of the most popular is the Cowes Week Festival. Competitors and spectators from around the globe flock to the Solent where the most important global sailing event is organised yearly. The top sailing clubs in the UK can be located here, such as the world famous Cowes Island Sailing Club. Music festivals are likewise major attractions of the island, the most popular of which is the Isle Of Wight Festival organised every June. Top rated musicians and singers including David Bowie, Bryan Adams, Joe Cocker and The Rolling Stones are just among those who have graced this music festival.

For the vacationer who relishes dining and drinking, there are lots of excellent bars and restaurants to be found all over the Island. With around one pub for every square mile, the chance to satisfy your thirst is never miles away. Most pubs and bistros present mouth-watering locally produced food, as well as all your most-liked beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks. Locally brewed beers and homemade wine are also on offer at several pubs and restaurants on the Island.

Accommodations in the island is never a concern, besides of course during the peak festival months when you ought to make reservations way in advance. You may pick from a wide array of places to stay, including the Gothic View in Ventnor. Whatever your choice, from luxury hotels to practical camping grounds, there is a wealth of fantastic accommodation – with something to fit everyone. B&bs are among the most popular alternatives for vacationers, so we suggest you explore isle of wight bed and breakfast for one that complies with your style and budget.