NEWPORT , the capital of the Isle of Wight, sits at the centre of the island at a point where the River Medina's commercial navigability ends. Apart from a few pleasant old quays dating from its days as an inland port, the town isn't particularly engaging, content to fulfil its role as the island's municipal and commercial centre. Newport's main attraction is Carisbrooke Castle (daily: April-Sept 10am-6pm; Oct 10am-5pm; Nov-March 10am-4pm; £4.50; EH), a hilltop fo... [More]