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Isle of Wight Towns & Villages
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Only minutes away from the mainland and so easy to reach, yet the Isle of Wight is a world apart.
This diamond-shaped island has a magic all of its own and is one of the UK's sunniest and warmest places. Measuring 23 miles by 13 miles, the Isle of Wight lies just off England's South Coast. No passport is needed for the short sea crossing - and once you've landed on the Island everything is within easy reach.
Boasting award-winning beaches, unspoilt and spectacular scenery and a rich historical heritage, there are attractions, activities and adventures to suit visitors of all ages and interests. Discover picturesque villages, spectacular cliffs, sandy beaches, rich farmlands, creeks and a rich diversity of wildlife, flora and fauna.
More than half the Island is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with 500 miles of award-winning public footpaths and bridleways, while almost 30 miles of the seashore is Heritage Coast.
Click on the links below to find out more information on our towns or use the search box to find places to visit in all parts of the Island.
- In and around Cowes
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Separated by the River Medina and linked by a chain ferry, the Isle of Wight's most northerly towns of Cowes and East Cowes are ...
- In and around Newport
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The beautiful and historic town of Newport is situated in the centre of the Isle of Wight and is its principal town centred on ...
- In and around Ryde
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The largest town on the Isle of Wight, Ryde has been named 'The Gateway to the Island', and for good reason.
- In and around Bembridge, St Helens, Seaview
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Situated on the most easterly point of the Isle of Wight, lying beneath the headland of Culver is the village of Bembridge.
- In and around Brading
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Situated just a few miles inland from Bembridge, Brading is one of the oldest towns on the Isle of Wight and steeped in history.
- In and around Sandown
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Sheltered in a beautiful bay, Sandown is famed for its golden sand beach, traditional seafront and the amusement filled Sandown Pier .
- In and around Shanklin
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With its beautiful beach and gardens, its history and tradition, Shanklin is a charming seaside town.
- In and around Godshill
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With its charming thatched-roofed cottages, delightful medieval church and a winding main street lined with tearooms, Godshill is the quintessential English Village.
- In and around Ventnor
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With its warm microclimate, Ventnor is one of Britain's most famous Victorian health resorts.
- In and around West Wight
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The West Wight is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, not only a haven for nature lovers, birdwatchers and walkers, but a must ...