All About the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is one of the most beautiful parts of Britain. It is said that you can experience all of lowland England in miniature on the Isle of Wight. Just 23 miles by 13, the Island boasts award winning beaches, unspoilt and spectacular scenery and a rich historical heritage.
More than half the Island is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with over 500 miles of award-winning public foot paths and bridleways and almost 30 miles of the seashore has been designated as Heritage Coast.
The Isle of Wight has long been an excellent place for an upmarket but traditional seaside holiday, and has a number of individual beaches and towns that were very popular with the Victorians. However, it is also becoming a must visit destination for young people seeking watersports and outdoor activities generally.
Isle of Wight Beaches
The Isle of Wight currently has 13 award winning beaches, including three blue flag winners, all of which are managed and maintained to the highest standard. The main resorts are Shanklin , Sandown, Ventnor, Ryde, Seaview and Bembridge.
Alum Bay is famous for the many different colours of sand which appear naturally on the beach. A traditional souvenir of the Isle of Wight is a picture or glass paperweight filled with the different colours - there are many stalls where you can get the wherewithal to make your own if you are so inclined.
The bay is close to The Needles and accessible by stairs or by a ski resort-style chairlift. In the summer there are regular free firework displays on Thursdays.
