Welcome to the Isle of Wight — England’s island escape, where sandy beaches meet sailing regattas and the ferry keeps Portsmouth and Southampton within reach. With around 140,000 residents who know the shortcut past Cowes better than any sat‑nav, the Isle of Wight blends seaside calm with festival buzz.

Schools That Actually Impress

Medina College, Christ the King College, and Ryde School (the independent heavyweight) all carry strong reputations. Translation: your kids will get a solid education, and you’ll have plenty of parents comparing exam results at the school gates.

Economy With a Balance

The Isle of Wight’s economy mixes tourism, sailing, and renewable energy with growing creative industries. Add in commuters heading to the mainland, and you’ve got an island that’s practical, connected, and quietly thriving.

Things to Do (Besides Timing the Ferry)

• The Needles – iconic chalk stacks and cliff‑top views.

• Osborne House – Queen Victoria’s seaside retreat.

• Local favourites – Isle of Wight Festival for music lovers, Cowes Week for sailing buzz, and coastal walks for fresh air and photo ops.

Moving Services That Keep It Simple

At M&G, we can’t fix the ferry timetable, but we can make moving day a whole lot easier:

• Full packing services

• Secure, insured storage (ideal if your chain moves slower than the Red Funnel crossing)

• Local, national, European & overseas moves (because sometimes the Isle of Wight is just a stepping stone to Isle of Mull)

Visit Us (We’ll Put the Kettle On)

Our depot in Acocks Green (B27 6AP) is within easy reach of the Isle of Wight via the M27 and ferry links. Pop in during opening hours or contact us directly:

• Freephone: 0800 783 2323

• Tel: 0121 705 2323

• Email: hello@mgtr.co.uk

• Website: www.mgtr.co.uk

• WhatsApp: Little blue button bottom right!

We can arrange a quotation or survey in 60 seconds flat. Fast, efficient, and just cheeky enough to make moving day feel less like hard work.