Upper Hyde Isle of Wight Map

About Upper Hyde

The rural character of Upper Hyde is defined by its gentle rolling farmland and scattered woodland. It lies 1.0 km west-north-west of Shanklin (from Shanklin: bearing 291°T, OS grid SZ 571 815). This peaceful hamlet, a part of the Isle of Wight's southern landscape, retains a quiet charm, largely untouched by the busier coastal resorts nearby. Historically, agriculture has been the primary driver of life in Upper Hyde, with fields of crops and grazing livestock shaping the visual tapestry of the countryside. While no grand historical structures dominate the immediate vicinity, the area benefits from its proximity to the wider natural beauty of the Isle of Wight, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering residents and visitors access to scenic walks and coastal paths. The local economy remains subtly tied to the land, with a focus on farming and small-scale rural enterprises.

About This Upper Hyde Map Page

Explore Upper Hyde, Isle of Wight, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.630943, -1.193049. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.