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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.

4, September 2014·1 min read

Explore St Lawrence with the help of two new Heritage Trails

The trails have been compiled by Richard Downing from the Ventnor and Undercliff Heritage Partnership and take you on a fascinating journey around the village, as well as a coastal route which offers some of the best views of village buildings.

8, August 2014·1 min read

New exhibition: Before the Lamps Went Out

This latest exhibition has some excellent photos as well as fascinating facts, newspaper articles and anecdotes. Well worth checking out.

6, August 2014·3 min read

A fitting tribute for fallen heroes at Ventnor’s FWW Commemoration (Photo Gallery)

Stewart Blackmore, Chair of Ventnor Royal British Legion, shares this report from Sunday's Commemorative Parade along with a photo gallery from John Whatley of South WightTV.

28, July 2014·1 min read

‘Lights Out’ to commemorate the start of the First World War

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.

4, July 2014·1 min read

Have you seen these brilliant Isle of Wight fusion photographs?

Jason Grant has been very busy fusing old and new photographs of scenes from around the Isle of Wight. We reckon the results are brilliant.

1, July 2014·1 min read

World War II evacuees head to Havenstreet Steam Railway

Now an annual event for children from Island schools, the World War II Experience too place last week.

30, June 2014·2 min read

War Horse Warrior remembered with statue at Carisbrooke Castle

English Heritage is delighted to announce that a statue of the ‘real War Horse’ Warrior, is to be installed at Carisbrooke Castle.

20, June 2014·1 min read

Hear John Medland on Radio 4 on Saturday morning

As thousands of yachts sail past The Needles, a pre-recorded feature from the site of the 'world's first radio station' will be aired on Radio 4. Tune in to hear Isle of Wight councillor and local historian John Medland.

18, June 2014·1 min read

Remembering the Great War…can you help?

Newport Parish Council is planning to commemorate the Great War with one or more projects over a period from the outbreak of hostilities in August 1914 to the ceasefire in November 1918.

10, June 2014·1 min read

IWC rejects another online petition, blocking its discussion at council meeting

The Isle of Wight council's Constitution states that petitions require over 2,500 signatures (made in person on paper) in order to be brought to Full Council meetings as an official agenda item.

9, June 2014·1 min read

English Heritage join forces with Friends of Frank James to ‘Stop The Rot’

This is quite a coup for the Friends of Frank James, not to mention the Isle of Wight. It's certain to shine a spotlight on the years of neglect of the important landmark. Well done to all involved for making it happen.

28, May 2014·1 min read

Have you heard the rumours that Tesco are taking over Carisbrooke Castle?

Have you heard the rumours flying around that Tesco are going to take over Carisbrooke Castle and turn it into a supermarket?

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