[1] It is located 1+1⁄2 miles (2.4 km) south of East Cowes in the north of the Island.

[2] Whippingham is best known for its connections with Queen Victoria, especially St Mildred's Church, redesigned by Prince Albert.

The village became the centre of the royal estate supporting Osborne House and Barton Manor.

Queen Victoria took a close interest in 'her people' in Whippingham, providing for them in sickness and in health.

[5] Southern Vectis bus routes 4 and 5 link the village with the towns of East Cowes, Newport and Ryde.