THE Isle of Wight Walking Festival - the biggest of its kind in the UK - has been launched with the issue of a free booklet containing information about 180 walks.

The seventh annual festival will take place from May 7 for 16 days and includes town trails, photographic tours and scenic hikes.

To get a free programme visit www.isleofwightwalkingfestival. co.uk or call 01983 813800.