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Isle of Wight National Landscape

The Isle of Wight National Landscape is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty covering most of this popular island just off the southern coast of England. Known for its diverse and stunning scenery, it features dramatic coastal cliffs and coves, rolling downs, sandy beaches, forests and marshes. With a rich biodiversity and stunning trails, the Isle of Wight National Landscape offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers.

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Paddle from Sandown Beach (IoW)
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Paddle from Sandown Beach (IoW)

Seaside paddling from this popular sandy beach - seasonal paddle board rentals available.

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Paddle from Totland Beach (IoW)
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Paddle from Totland Beach (IoW)

Seaside paddling from a quiet shingle beach known for its sunsets and easy access to the Needles.

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Swim at Shanklin Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Shanklin Beach (IoW)

Seaside swimming at this popular sandy beach with excellent water quality.

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Swim at Appley Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Appley Beach (IoW)

Seaside swimming from a beautiful, wide, sandy beach with great facilities.

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Swim at Brook Chine Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Brook Chine Beach (IoW)

Sea swimming at this well known surfers beach, with sandy patches, blustery conditions and fossils!

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Swim at Priory Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Priory Beach (IoW)

Sea swimming from a beautiful remote sandy beach with limited access and no facilities.

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Swim at Ryde Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Ryde Beach (IoW)

Seaside swimming at this popular sandy beach with good facilities.

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Swim at Thorness Bay (IoW)
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Swim at Thorness Bay (IoW)

Sea swimming from this remote sandy beach set in a site of special scientific interest (SSI).

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Paddle from Shanklin Beach (IoW)
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Paddle from Shanklin Beach (IoW)

Seaside paddling from this popular sandy beach - seasonal paddle board rentals available.

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Paddle in Newtown Creek Nature Reserve (IoW)
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Paddle in Newtown Creek Nature Reserve (IoW)

Creek paddling through a wonderful nature reserve, managed by the National Trust

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Swim at Alum Bay Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Alum Bay Beach (IoW)

Seaside swimming from a dramatic sand and shingle beach next to the Needles - with lots of tourists!

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Swim at Bembridge Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Bembridge Beach (IoW)

Seaside swimming from quiet and varied stretch of beach - sand, to shingle to rock pools.

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Swim at Cowes Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Cowes Beach (IoW)

Sea swimming in from a pebble beach with excellent water quality, backed by the Cowes Esplanade.

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Swim at Rocken End Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Rocken End Beach (IoW)

Swim (naked!) in the Isle of Wight's naturist beach. Sand and shingle and hidden away.

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Swim at Sandown Beach (IoW)
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Swim at Sandown Beach (IoW)

Seaside swimming in this popular holiday resort sandy beach with a Blue Flag for high water quality.

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