About the Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Holidays have been popular with tourists as far back as the Victorian times. Well known for its natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere the Isle of Wight is around 3 miles from the South Coast of mainland England, making it very easy for visitors from the UK to access but still feel like they are getting away. The Island is famous for a variety of reasons including the world famous Cowes Week sailing regatta which is held annually and the Isle of Wight Festival that was revived in 2002. Many famous acts have played at the festival including the Rolling Stones, Jimmy Hendrix and Coldplay.

No matter what time of the year you visit, the Island provides a stress free holiday destination for all kinds of people. Visitors will find that holidays on the Isle of Wight will cater for most tastes and especially for people looking for walking or cycling holidays. There are plenty of well sign posted bridleways and footpaths to enjoy and walkers will especially enjoy walking along the many cliff paths that are available. More than half of the island is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty, so you know that you will see some stunning sights on your travels around the area. Many people travel to the island for an annual walking festival that takes walkers around 108km of coastal paths which provides a challenge for all abilities and an intimate view of the islands scenery.

The heritage of the island is a big draw for tourists, as the geology and wildlife on the Isle of Wight makes it a great alternative to the more traditional seaside resort holidays. Dinosaur enthusiasts will be pleased to know that the island is one of the best locations for finding Dinosaur fossils in Europe.

Most villages and towns are home to Isle of Wight Hotels, B&Bs and camp sites, so finding suitable accommodation is not a problem.