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Panoramic view across the Needles headland, with white chalk cliffs, turquoise sea and dozens of sailing boats scattered across the Solent.

The top 10 places most recommended for a first-time visitor on the Isle of Wight

Things to do

A family walking along the promenade above Appley Beach, Isle of Wight

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in June

Things to do

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A group of cyclists on a scenic tarmac road on the Isle of Wight, overlooking the coastline

The Best of Both: Cycling Highlights from the Isle of Wight and the New Forest

Things to do

A group of people walking in the Springtime on the Isle of Wight

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in May

Things to do

8 min read

A well-stocked farm shop with fresh fruit and vegetables, plus shelves full of glass jars and bottles

Best Isle of Wight farm shops for local produce

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8 min read

Cycling events on the Isle of Wight

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3 minute read

TV Comedian Paul Merton on the bridge of Wightlink's FastCat

Follow Paul Merton’s footsteps on the Isle of Wight

Things to do

8 min read

Bluebells on a woodland floor

Things to do on the Isle of Wight in April

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Blue sparkling wine being poured into a flute from a bottle of Something Blue at Adgestone Vineyard on the Isle of Wight.

Follow in the footsteps of The Apprentice on the Isle of Wight

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8 min read

Inside The Hut - a coastal restaurant with white tables, blue glasses and large windows looking out to sea.

Want a celebrity experience? Here are the top celeb hangouts on the Isle of Wight

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8 min read

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