Walking BritainWalk Photo 294801
Beacon at Egypt Point, Cowes, Isle of Wight
Caption - Beacon at Egypt Point, Cowes, Isle of Wight. A beacon on the bank of the Solent at Egypt Point, the northernmost point on the Isle of Wight. The beacon is no longer in use, but the structure is a landmark for sailors on the Solent.
Walk 2948 : Cowes Circular
Photographer : Malc MacDonald
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Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is a county and the largest island in England. It is known for its coastal scenery, landscape of fields, downs and chines. The Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty lies in the west. With 57 miles of coastline and diverse landscapes its often referred to as "England in miniature". In the west, dramatic coastlines are dominated by chalk downs which end in the Needles stacks. The island's highest point is St Boniface Down, which at 791 feet (241 m) is a Marilyn. The island is popular with walkers. The 70 miles Isle of Wight Coastal Path follows the coastline as far as possible.
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