AN ISLAND FOR ALL SEASONS

Something here for everyone - any time of the year.
Spring blossom - March 30th 2003 "Anyone from America or Australia might take one glance at the Island as something on the map and then decide to give it a couple of hours but you can spend days and days exploring the Isle of Wight which, if you are really interested, begins magically enlarging itself for you."
J.B. Priestley

Priestley recognised the true essence of the Island. You too will discover that the longer you stay, the more the Island grows on you with its captivating landscapes and relaxing pace of life. If you come for a day, you will want to stay for at least a week and return again and again.

What makes the Island so different is that here you will find the best of Southern England's landscape features, all easily accessible and unspoilt by the many large developments to be seen elsewhere. Here, you can still find miles and miles of wild and beautiful coastline and a green heartland of rural charm and timeless tranquility.

Each season has something special to offer. The equitable climate makes it ideal for a visit at any time of year. Although the summer months are popular for family holidays, the spring, autumn and winter months have most appeal for those seeking the "real" Island and are the best times for walkers and bird-watchers.

The Isle of Wight offers you more beauty and landscape variety than any other comparable area in Britain - and it is only 2-hours away from the centre of London! Getting to the Island is easy. Numerous sailings every day on a variety of ferry routes connect directly with mainland road, rail and coach links. Whatever route you take, you will land on an Island whose invigorating air, quality of light and enchanting scenery has attracted artists, poets, writers and scientists throughout the ages, many of whom made it their home. Alfred Lord Tennyson, Turner, Keats and J.B. Priestley saw on this small isle a rural paradise which still welcomes you today. Explore the best of the Island by following in their footsteps and walk the web of footpaths, bridleways, sunken lanes and ridge-top routes to find its soul.