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Headon Warren Needles

Being an island means we’ve got more than our fair share of coast – from sunny, sandy, traditional family beaches to wild cliffs and secluded coves.

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Nature's attractions on the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight

Things to do

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The Isle of Wight is a true walker’s paradise. As one of the UK’s most beautiful places to enjoy the outdoors, we welcome thousands of walkers to the Island year after year.

Walking and hiking on the Isle of Wight

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If you're not able to spare enough time for an overnight stay (although after a day here, you'll wish you did!), you'll find that the Isle of Wight has plenty do with the family during day trip.

Fun family day trips on the Isle of Wight

Wightlink

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Some of the best trips are those that you don’t plan; spontaneity kicks in and you decide to make tracks for somewhere memorable.

Five 'no need to book' days out on the Isle of Wight

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Paddleboarders at Bembridge

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You may not be able go on an activity holiday at the moment, but there’s plenty of adventure to be had in a day on the Isle of Wight.

Day trip adventures on the Isle of Wight

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Neil Southwell 2020 Seagrove bay

Meet Neil Southwell, a photographer on the Isle of Wight

Inspiring Islanders: Neil Southwell, Photographer

Inspirational Islanders

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Chad Powell

Meet Isle of Wight photographer, Chad Powell, who talks about his favourite places on the Isle of Wight

Inspiring Islanders: Chad Powell, Photographer

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The Isle of Wight is hard to beat if you are a small child. My three year old identical triplets are living their best life, growing up together on an Island famous for its fossil finds.

Family fun with the Isle of Wight Triplets

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Emily Stroud

Meet Emily, Community Engagement Officer for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, a keen surfer and climber

Inspiring Islanders: Emily Stroud, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

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Cycling on Military Road, Isle of Wight

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Whilst some intrepid cyclists may head for the Alps or Pyrenees, those looking to spend some quality, and testing, time on their bikes need look no further than the Isle of Wight: one of the UK’s most loved cycling destinations.

The Isle of Wight’s best out of season cycling routes

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Take your pooch on a beautiful stroll through some of the Island's best Jurassic locations. You might just find some fossils while you're at it.

The Isle of Wight dinosaur dog walk

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The secret is out – the Isle of Wight is a foodie’s paradise through and through. Whether it’s amazing produce, eateries in stunning locations, olde worlde pubs or beach-front cafés, you will find a slice of paradise right here…

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Where to eat

Nature’s attractions on the Isle of Wight

Walking and hiking on the Isle of Wight

Fun family day trips on the Isle of Wight

Five ‘no need to book’ days out on the Isle of Wight

Day trip adventures on the Isle of Wight

Inspirational Islanders: Neil Southwell, Photographer

Inspirational Islanders: Chad Powell, Photographer

Family fun with the Isle of Wight Triplets

Inspirational Islanders: Emily Stroud, Wildlife Trust

The Isle of Wight’s best out of season cycling routes

Dinosaur Dog Walk

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