Having some of the most diverse countryside in the UK,
what better way to unwind than to get out and explore
the
Isle of Wight?
Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll or something more
energetic; historic churches, pretty lanes, thatched
villages, coastal trails and woodlands are there for you
to discover. With ov
er 500 miles of carefully maintained
footpaths and signposts to follow,
its easy for you to
find your way around.
Walking,
cycling
and
bird watching
are popular all year round. Every May, the Island hosts
the UK's
largest walking festival. If travelling by car
or public transport is more your thing,
Click here
for some suggested itineraries. (If you intend
travelling around the island by bus,
click here
for a link to Southern Vectis' bus time tables.)
The
energetic and sporty-minded are also well served by the
island's many excellent facilities. The island is
especially well renowned for its golf courses, details
of which may be found
here.
The
Isle of Wight hosts a considerable number of diverse and
interesting festivals throughout the Year: from the
internationally-acclaimed pop festival to a celebration
of the Island's prowess in growing some of the finest
garlic in the world... and just about everything in
between. There always seems to be something going on
somewhere! For details of the festivals and events that
we are currently aware of,
click here.
The following links are just a few of the many
attractions on the Isle of Wight. For a more
comprehensive listing, please visit the Isle of Wight
Council's tourism website by
clicking here.
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Links
to attractions and island services
