Isle Of Wight pictures. The Isle Of Wight is a beautiful island boasting peaceful coastal towns (e.g. Ryde) and - sadly not unspoilt - nature. The coastline (covered by the 60-mile coastal path) has some really beautiful cliffs and beaches for example around the Alum Bay area on the western tip of the island. The island is situated on the English Channel separating England and France, and can be quickly reached by taking the ferry from Portsmouth.