The ‘English Med’ is a cool, creative hub without the crowds of St Ives

Chalky cliffs, shimmering bays and scenic coastal paths await (Picture: Getty Images)

When I first moved to the Isle of Wight from Brighton in 2021, I worried I’d be cut off from a creative community.

On the East Sussex coast, I had nightly gigs, street performances, and festivals at my fingertips.

The island seemed sleepy and distant, with little to offer a girl in her mid-20s except better tanning conditions.

Last year, Cond...