10 of the best islands in and around the UK
By Sarah Barratt, Roshina Jowaheer
of Country Living (UK)
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Packed with spectacular scenery, wonderful wildlife and historic sites, the UK's islands and its surrounding isles are calm, captivating places to visit - and all just a short hop away.
From Tresco to Arran, you'll find wild landscapes and unspoilt beauty on the islands around Britain, not forgetting incredible wildlife to spot.
If you need more inspiration to escape to a UK island, you'll want to read on for our pick of 10 breathtaking islands to visit.
Country Living (UK)
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