Built-up area in Isle of Wight, England
| Coordinates: | 50.666, -1.211 |
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| OS grid ref: | SZ 55 85 |
| Population: | 380 |
| Dialling code: | 01983 (Isle of Wight) |
Newchurch is a small rural village on the eastern side of the Isle of Wight in England, set among rolling farmland and chalk downland a short distance inland from the coastal resorts of Sandown and Shanklin. Its quiet lanes, nearby public footpaths and cycle routes make it a handy base for walkers and people wanting countryside close to the island’s beaches.
Historically the settlement grew up around a "new" parish church and today retains a compact mix of cottages, farmsteads and small businesses. Village life is centred on a hall and local pub and is marked by community events and outdoor pursuits; the local economy is a blend of agriculture, tourism and residents who commute to work elsewhere on the island or to the mainland.