Isle of Wight Sightseeing

The Isle of Wight is an island, English county and unitary authority in the English Channel, 2 to 5 miles off the coast of Hampshire, across the Solent. It is the largest and second-most populous island in England. Referred to as "The Island" by residents, the Isle of Wight has resorts that have been popular holiday destinations since Victorian times. It is kn…
The Isle of Wight is an island, English county and unitary authority in the English Channel, 2 to 5 miles off the coast of Hampshire, across the Solent. It is the largest and second-most populous island in England. Referred to as "The Island" by residents, the Isle of Wight has resorts that have been popular holiday destinations since Victorian times. It is known for its mild climate, coastal scenery, and verdant landscape of fields, downland, and chines. The island is historically part of Hampshire. The island is designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. With a land area of 380 km², it is about half the size of Singapore.
  • Sovereign state: United Kingdom
  • Constituent country: England
  • Region: South East
  • UK Parliament: Joe Robertson (Isle of Wight East) · Richard Quigley (Isle of Wight West)
  • Police: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary
  • Time zone: UTC+0 (GMT)

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