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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.
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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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.
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Now an annual event for children from Island schools, the World War II Experience too place last week.
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English Heritage is delighted to announce that a statue of the ‘real War Horse’ Warrior, is to be installed at Carisbrooke Castle.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Bus Museum finds new home at depot in Ryde, which first opened just before World War II.
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A sad day for Ventnor, as news arrives that Fay Brown has passed away. Our sincerest thoughts are with Fay's family and friends.
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A free classic bus service will link the Museum with the town at least every 30 minutes or bring your own classic vehicle along.
