Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Shanklin is a seaside resort and civil parish on the Isle of Wight, England, located on Sandown Bay.
Shanklin is the southernmost of three settlements which occupy the bay, and is close to Lake and Sandown.
The sandy beach, its Old Village and a wooded ravine, Shanklin Chine, are its main attractions
The main shopping area consists of two roads, Regent Street and High Street which together comprise the largest retail area in the south of the island, significant for tourists but also ideal for residents.
Transportation from Shanklin is good, There is Shanklin railway station, the terminus of Island Line from Ryde Pier Head, the station opened 23 August 1864.
Bus services to the nearby towns and villages are run by Southern Vectis, which includes The Island Breezer – open top buses with onboard commentary.
Entertainment – Shanklin Theatre is situated just off the top end of the High Street, also known as The Old Village.
If a walking holiday is on your list then a must do is to walk the Revetment – Shanklin to Sandown.





