# The Isle of Wight

> The definitive guide to the Isle of Wight. Discover the island's towns, beaches, walking routes, cycling trails, dinosaur fossils, history, camping, annual festivals, sailing culture, gardens, wildlife, and practical visitor information. England's largest island, 23 miles across and home to 140,000 people.

The Isle of Wight is England's largest island, lying off the south coast of Hampshire, separated by the Solent.

## Key Facts

- Location: Off the south coast of England
- Population: approximately 140,000
- Area: 147 sq miles
- Coastline: 57 miles
- Highest point: St Boniface Down, 787ft
- County town: Newport
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 2019

## Sections

- Towns: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/towns/ (12 towns)
- Villages: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/villages/ (30 villages)
- Attractions: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/attractions/ (25 attractions)
- Beaches: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/beaches/ (15 beaches)
- Walking Routes: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/walks/ (12 routes)
- Cycling Routes: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/cycling/ (8 routes)
- History: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/history/ (25 events)
- Dinosaurs: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/dinosaurs/ (10 entries)
- Getting Here: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/getting-here/ (4 ferry routes)
- Guide: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/guide/ (93 guides)
- Camping: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/camping/ (12 sites)
- Festivals: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/festivals/ (15 events)
- Places: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/places/ (45 places)
- Regions: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/regions/ (6 regions)
- Map: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/map
- FAQ: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/faq
- Facts: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/facts

## Full Reference

For detailed information, see: https://www.theisleofwight.uk/llms-full.txt