Known as the “Town on the Beach”, Ryde is the largest of the Isle of Wight towns and boasts boutique and independent shops and cafes set on an expanse of sandy beach.

Is Ryde bigger than Newport?

By greater area population, Ryde is the largest with a population of 32,072. Newport is the centrally located county town, with an area population of 25,496.

How many miles long is the Isle of Wight?

22.5 miles The Isle of Wight is diamond-shaped and extends 22.5 miles (36 km) from east to west and 13.5 miles (22 km) from north to south. The administrative centre of the unitary authority is Newport.

How long does it take to drive around the Isle of Wight?

How long does it take to drive around the Isle? From one end to the other would take around an hour without traffic. You could circle the entire perimeter in three hours.

Is Sandown Isle of Wight nice?

Sandown is a lovely resort, a lovely 8mile walk along the beach from Shanklin. There is a pier which is close to all the hotels. Public transport links are good within the bay with a bus every 30 minutes and a land train every hour from Shanklin through Sandown to Sandown zoo.

Can I use my free bus pass on the Isle of Wight?

Answer: Unfortunately not. You can only use this bus pass in England. Only pass holders with a disability-related English National Concessionary bus pass or New Islander Card bus pass, issued by Isle of Wight Council can travel on Island Line services free of charge.