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Fit more into summer on the Isle of Wight

Just an hour's sail from Southampton, your Isle of Wight adventure begins as soon as you board the ferry. Relax with refreshments in the lounge while you create your jam-packed island itinerary, or head for the sun deck for I-Spy and ice creams. Whether you’re sailing over for a day or heading over to stay, there is so much to do and see for every member of the family.

Discover animal sanctuaries, a steam train, sky nets, go-karting, an aqua park, fossil hunting, horse riding, beaches, cycling, a seaside palace, water sports, landmarks and more. And with nowhere on the island more than a 40-minute drive away, you can fit even more into your holiday.

Surrounded by beautiful sandy beaches and treated to more sunshine than anywhere else in the UK, you’ll feel worlds away as soon as you arrive, without the hassle of passports, restricted leg room and luggage fees. Slip into the relaxed island way of life, unwind and enjoy the Isle of Wight’s unique landscape, fantastic food and warm hospitality.

Take your pick from the 25 bays, coves and beaches that wrap the Isle of Wight's landscape and take a dip in the sapphire blue seas. Whether your thing is sunbathing and relaxing or surfing and exploring, there’s a stretch of coastline to make any beach day perfect. Head to Freshwater for hidden caves and paddleboarding, to Shanklin for sun, sea, sand and sun loungers or to Seaview for rock pooling and swimming – there’s a beach for all occasions.

With over half of the Isle of Wight classed as an Area of Outstanding Beauty, you’ll be spoiled for spectacular views and vistas around every corner. The island is a haven for walkers, cyclists and lovers of the great outdoors, with over 500 miles of trails connecting unspoiled countryside, charming woodland, rolling downs and idyllic coastline. Local landmarks are steeped in local legend and history, from a medieval lighthouse built in penance for wine theft to Queen Victoria’s royal palace by the sea. Discover a place that o ers a friendly familiarity, but with so many new things to see, do and explore. Wake up to sound of the waves, enjoy a jam-packed day of adventure and see in the night with a tipple and a taste of the Island at sunset. Travel across to the Isle of Wight with a car and up to seven people with Red Funnel this summer and bring everything you need with you for the perfect holiday – bikes, kayaks, surfboards… even the dog. The jewel in the crown of the UK south coast is waiting. redfunnel.co.uk