The island’s best sunset beach is west-facing Colwell Bay. It feels tucked away, hemmed in by woodland, even though it is hugely popular. Cliff’s End, its northernmost point, is the closest the Isle ...

Isle of Wight travel guide: Where to eat, drink, walk and stay on England’s biggest island - TRAVEL GUIDES: The star of the Solent is too often labelled as an outdated seaside spot but it has a ...

Obviously, the water and sandy beaches are a huge appeal to visiting and living on the Isle of Wight. You'll see swimmers taking to the sea year-round for a cold water dip.

For more Isle of Wight inspiration, see our guides to the island’s best hotels, restaurants, bars and pubs, things to do and beaches. In this guide: How to spend a day ...

Isle of Wight Distillery The first and only distillery on the Island was licensed in 2014 by friends Xavier Baker and Conrad Gauntlett. Tours are readily available, providing a taste of the island ...

Displayed in London’s Natural History Museum is a mantellisaurus skeleton that was discovered on the Isle of Wight in 1917. It is one of the most complete dinosaur skeletons in the UK, according ...

The Isle of Wight’s circular coastline runs for some 70 miles and features close to 30 beaches, bays and coves. The variety is incredible.

Isle of Wight travel guide: Where to eat, drink, ... Surf’s up at Compton Bay on the Isle of Wight’s west coast, an exposed beach with reliable breaks that peak in the winter.