Delighted that Shanklin Beach has been voted in the top 20 of the UK’s best beaches.

Although not currently allowed to travel here, a recent poll confirms the Isle of Wight is firmly in the hearts and minds of people.

Shanklin Beach has been voted as one of the top 20 beaches in the UK, following a survey by WWF-UK and Sky Ocean Rescue.

The beach on the east coast of the Isle of Wight is popular with local residents and with visitors.

'Shanklin really is a beautiful place to live and visit' Sally Beston, chairman of Shanklin Hotel and Accommodation Association said, “I am delighted to read that Shanklin Beach has been voted in the top 20 of the UK’s best beaches.

“Shanklin really is a beautiful place to live and visit. My members will be delighted to welcome visitors when the time is right.”

It follows the news that the Isle of Wight was named sixth in a poll of popular UK destinations by global travel firm Big 7 Travel.

Images courtesy of ©Michael Beston.