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A new document has been published identifying heritage assets in the Medina Valley considered to be ‘at risk’ or ‘vulnerable’.
History: Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is rich with history.
From the middle ages to the Victorians and beyond, the Island spirit of independence, innovation and creativity is still felt today.
Below are articles in which stories of Isle of Wight history are mentioned.
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Island author Richard J Hutchings will be re-releasing his currently out-of-print book, 'Dickens On An Island' in celebration of Dickens' 200th birthday
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With nearly 1,000 visitors over the weekend, this event organised by Wight Aviation Museum and Vectis 40s, provided a great 1940's showcase
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The Isle of Wight Council will take part in a national event on 4 August as part of commemorations to mark 100 years since the start of the First World War.
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Ventnor's WWII role highlighted in 80th D-Day anniversary commemoration this June
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Is there light at the end of the tunnel for campaigners desperate to see action at the former hospital site?
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A new £3 million fund could be vital to helping kick-start the revival of at-risk coastal heritage around the Isle of Wight and create opportunities for new businesses and jobs.
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Sandown Community Partnership is one of the first groups in the UK to receive a Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) grant, it was announced today.
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Great news for the Isle of Wight Steam Railway
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This important piece of Isle of Wight history will not only remain on the Island, but will be available for members of the public to see from March 2023
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New exhibition by Cowes Heritage takes us back to the 1950s in Cowes
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A fantastic turnout for historic walk from the old Newport Railway station
