| Isle of Wight beaches currently feature 13 | | | | on the Isle of Wight, with loads to see and |
| award-winning beaches, three of them Blue | | | | do nearby. |
| Flag winners. The Blue Flag is only awarded | | | | |
| to coastal locations that have achieved the | | | | Sandown (BLUE FLAG WINNER) |
| highest quality in water, facilities, safety, | | | | |
| environmental education and management. It is | | | | This is probably the most popular beach on |
| a prestigious, international award scheme, | | | | the Island and rightly so, with the superb |
| which acts as a guarantee to tourists that a | | | | golden sand, pretty beach huts and fun-filled |
| beach or marina they are visiting is one of | | | | pier. It is also a popular destination for |
| the best in the world. Many Isle of Wight | | | | water sports. |
| beaches are close to superb cafes, pubs and | | | | |
| restaurants as well as the wonderful visitor | | | | Seagrove |
| attractions. During the summer months, most | | | | |
| of the beaches are cleared of litter on a | | | | A more relaxed feel is experienced here on |
| daily basis and large amounts of seaweed is | | | | this sandy beach between Seaview and St |
| removed and used as compost by local farmers. | | | | Helens. It is ideal for a peaceful day out |
| Also, do not forget that safety is always a | | | | for the all the family. |
| priority when entering the sea and never go | | | | |
| into the water, or swim when there are red | | | | Shanklin (BLUE FLAG WINNER) |
| flags flying. | | | | |
| | | | Another excellent sandy beach can be found at |
| Below are the 13 award-winning Isle of Wight | | | | Shanklin, with lots of nearby attractions, |
| beaches. | | | | such as Shanklin Chine. There is also the |
| | | | wonderful Old Town situated at the top of the |
| Cowes | | | | cliff. |
| | | | |
| The pebble beach is located to the west of | | | | Springvale |
| Cowes town centre and is perfect for swimming | | | | |
| and watching the sailing activities on the | | | | Springvale is a long stretch of coastline |
| Solent. | | | | featuring a sand and pebble beach. It is in a |
| | | | quiet location and perfect for safe swimming. |
| Colwell | | | | |
| | | | St Helens |
| This is a small sandy beach situated on the | | | | |
| west coast of the Island. It is an unspoilt | | | | A superb beach for swimming set in a tranquil |
| beach which is popular with locals and | | | | location. There is a great variety of birds |
| holidaymakers. | | | | and wildlife to watch, as well as fantastic |
| | | | views of the harbour at Bembridge. |
| East Cowes | | | | |
| | | | Totland Bay |
| The sea-front facilities on offer here | | | | |
| include a promenade and children's play area. | | | | This wonderful sandy beach is situated on the |
| | | | west side of the Isle of Wight. The sea front |
| Gurnard | | | | is perfect for a quiet relaxing day out and |
| | | | you can take an enjoyable walk along the |
| A very pleasant sand and shingle beach with | | | | promenade to Colwell Bay. |
| pretty beach huts along the sea-front. | | | | |
| Windsurfing is a very popular activity here, | | | | Ventnor |
| as well as dinghy sailing. | | | | |
| | | | The mainly sandy beach at Ventnor is |
| Ryde (BLUE FLAG WINNER) | | | | sheltered by high cliffs, which provide a |
| | | | wonderful sheltered seaside location. Due to |
| A glorious six mile sandy beach is found at | | | | hidden rocks and a strong tide, water sports |
| Ryde. This is one of the most popular resorts | | | | are not recommended. |