If plans to turn Guildhall into a 21st century tourism hub are well received by the Isle of Wight council, the historical building could be opened once again.
Of the 1,012 Wight Bid levy payers, 97 have not paid their bill for 2016/17 despite reminders from the Council and VisitIW. Attendance at a workshop is being offered in order to wipe clean their court costs.
The initial scope of the works was to refurbish the Cliff lift motor room and original, 1957, machinery. The programme now incorporates a complete overhaul of the lift cars, pulleys, winches and motor machinery, costing around £800,000.
Visit Isle of Wight have not only met with a large group of Festival Walk leaders, but also Ramblers Association, AONB, Natural Enterprise and independent walkers, including the Island’s long distance walk leaders, to discuss the future of the Isle of Wight Walking Festival.
One of the world’s largest yacht races and an appearance by Johnny Depp’s stunt double are amongst the highlights of a two-week seaside festival returning to the Isle of Wight this month.
Members of the Wight BID are invited to take part in events planned for the next two weeks have their their say, shaping the Island’s tourism activities for the next 12 months.