islands
A giant's thumb and the Fairy Flag: explore the mythical wonders of the Isle of Skye
With soaring mountains, green glens
and glassy lochs, the Isle of Skye is
world famous for its spectacular
scenery – the jewel in the crown of Scotland’s 790 islands
Top 10 hidden islands for the perfect coastal escape
From marine life marvels, to remote sandy shell-strewn beaches, if you’re looking to escape and enjoy one of the UK’s thousands of islands, here’s your guide to the best.
Hilbre Island walk, Wirral
Wrap up warm and head out across the sands of the Dee Estuary to visit a charming island on the England-Wales border
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Isle of Man holiday guide: ferry, hotels, things to do and visitor's map
Discover 220 square miles of stunning landscapes, spectacular wildlife, scenic drives, old fashioned steam railways and centuries of history with a trip to the Isle of Man
Walk: Bosta Beach, Isle of Lewis
This seven-mile circular walk explores a remote corner of the Isle of Lewis, leading you to beautiful Traigh Bhostadh (Bosta Beach) where there is a reconstructed Iron Age house.
Best walks on the Isle of Wight
An astounding variety of landscapes, from marshes and estuaries to chalk downs and limestone cliffs, make the Isle of Wight a walker’s paradise. Delight in the geology, wildlife, history and sheer magnetism of the island with our favourite county walks
Walk: Mersea Island, Essex
This east-coast island, tethered to the mainland of Britain by a haunted causeway, is a wildlife haven in early spring, where seals exult, sea plants thrive and butterflies dance.
Walk: Caldey Island, Pembrokeshire
Explore the historic Welsh island of Caldey and its Cistercian abbey, where woodlands resound with birdsong and path verges blush pink in spring with clumps of thrift
Walk: Inchcailloch, Loch Lomond, Stirlingshire
Soft white sands, a delectable swim and a mini mountain await on the enchanted island of Inchcailloch, part of the Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve
Day out: Havergate Island, Suffolk
Seemingly tame hares have made a home for themselves near a Cold War nuclear testing site, now an RSPB nature reserve
Walk: Ramsey Island, Pembrokeshire
Escape to an isolated Welsh island and ramble over a rugged landscape teeming with wildlife
Walk: Handa Island, Sutherland
Wrapped by brutish Atlantic swells and biting winds, this remote island off the west coast of Scotland makes for harsh living. But in spring, enduring these forces is one of north-west Europe’s largest seabird colonies
Isle of Eigg travel guide: history, wildlife and walks
Home to Vikings, clans and crofters, this mini Scottish island in the Inner Hebrides has a dynamic history written deep into the land, as well as spectacular wildlife and wild walks
Walk: Lindisfarne, Northumberland
Take a four-mile walk around a sacred tidal island, rich in history and wildlife
Virtual escapes: Britain's idyllic islands
Take a trip to some of the UK's most enchanting islands with our selection of incredible cinematic videos
Walk: Tobermory and Calgary Bay, Isle of Mull
Revel in the festive shops, illuminated streets and charming harbour of a small island town in the Inner Hebrides before taking a walk to the sandy shores of Calgary Bay
Guide to Sark, Channel Islands: best places to stay, eating out and things to do
Visit Sark, a sleepy idyll in the Channel Islands where there are no cars or street lights and people still travel by horse and cart. Our walking guide to Sark, plus tips for places to stay and interesting sites to visit
Jules Hudson explores where to visit, stay and eat in Anglesey
With its wild coastline, ancient monuments and spectacular views, Anglesey is blessed with many natural beauties. Jules Hudson fell in love with the island as a young archaeology student – now he travels back in spring to enjoy it all over again.
The Island Diary part 11: a time to talk
Kenneth and Kristina meet a true islander and learn that in winter it's time to slow down and make time for blether.
Great Days Out: Bryher, Isles of Scilly
Discover a tiny Cornish island that offers rugged Atlantic coastline, sandy sunspots and sheltered glades full of flowers within its borders, says Anthony Burton.
Oban, Argyll: Gateway to the Isles
Let your senses delight in this splendid seaside town, nestled in a charming bay dotted with islands
Heart of Neolithic Orkney, Scotland
Go on a quest for wind-battered ancient tombs, monoliths and stone circles on these brooding islands off the northern tip of Scotland
