Shanklin

Shanklin is a town and civil parish on the Isle of Wight, England. It lies on the island's eastern coast, between Sandown to the north and Ventnor to the south.

Shanklin developed as a Victorian seaside resort in the 19th century, aided by the expansion of the railway and other transport links that brought visitors to the coast.

Key features include Shanklin Chine, a wooded gorge with a stream and a cascading waterfall that runs through the town; the Old Village, a collection of thatched cottages and lanes reflecting traditional Isle of Wight architecture; and a sandy beach with a promenade that backs the town.

The town is served by Shanklin railway station on the Isle of Wight's Island Line, providing rail services to Ryde and other island towns, along with connecting bus links to nearby towns and destinations.

Shanklin forms a civil parish within the Isle of Wight Council and has a local economy that is strongly oriented toward tourism, with hotels, guest houses, and shops that cater to visitors exploring the coast, its historic lanes, and the Chine.