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Top 10 islands in the UK (according to TripAdvisor)
  • Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands with a population of just over 100,000 people. Found in the English Channel, the island is actually closer to France than England.
  • The Isle of Wight can be found just off the south coast of England, around four miles from Hampshire. The island is a popular spot for wildlife and is also a well known spot for dinosaur fossils.
  • The Isle of Skye, in the highlands of Scotland, is just 50 miles long but is the largest of the Inner Hebride islands. Otters, seals and whales are just a few of the animals that can regularly be seen in and around the island.
  • The Island of Anglesey is home to scenic walks, unspoilt coastlines and plenty of water sports and activities. The island is connected to the Welsh mainland at Bangor via the North Wales Expressway which crosses the Menai Straight.

  • The Isle of Man can be found in the Irish sea between the Lake District and Ireland. The island is known for its rugged coastline ancient monuments, beauty spots and dark sky sites.
  • Guernsey is the smaller of the two main Channel Islands visitors can enjoy golf, coastal walks, a whole range of water sports and plenty of other activities. The island is graced with mild winters and warm summers thanks to its position in the Channel, off the coast of France. 

  • The Isle of Arran in Scotland is known for it's ragged mountains and sheltered beaches. The island is also rich in history with remnants of the Bronze Age found around the island, including the Machrie Moor Stone Circles on the west coast. 
  • The Orkney Islands are made up of around 70 islands and only 20 have residents living on them. Mainland is the largest of them all, covering over 52,000 hectares, and is known for its beautiful landscapes and wide variety of wildlife. 
  • Lewis and Harris can be found in the Outer Hebrides close to the northernmost tip of Scotland. It is the largest Scottish island and the north end of the island is known as Lewis and the south is known as Harris.
  • St. Mary's is the largest of the Scilly Isles archipelago and the only island in the group to have a road network and cars. The only way to access the island is via plane from Newquay or on the Scillonian passenger ferry which runs between Penzance and St. Mary's. 

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