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I Spy Ventnor has been produced by the Ventnor & Undercliff Heritage Partnership and is a great family activity to take part in when you visit Ventnor.
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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A new document has been published identifying heritage assets in the Medina Valley considered to be ‘at risk’ or ‘vulnerable’.
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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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Over the past few weeks, the Classic Boat Museum has learned that it faces serious risks to its future. New, low-rent premises are required if this award-winning museum is to continue to exist.
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The longest reigning female monarch died on the Isle of Wight on this day in 1901.
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The Ventnor branch of the Royal British Legion announce their plans to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the First World War.
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The Isle of Wight boasted a whopping 2,000 finds in 2012. Read on to learn more about archaeological finds on the Island and what to do if you come across some treasure.
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Ryde Academy pupils from year 10, 11 and Post 16 students displayed great maturity and sensitivity on a recent history trip to Berlin and Krakow.
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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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Catch Greg Chapman's daily episodes of Condensed Histories this week and help raise money for Help for Heroes.
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Suzanne and Alan share some of the highlights of the current Cowes Heritage exhibition, which runs until 10th November.
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If you haven't seen the collection of vintage buses before, why not head to Newport Quay this weekend and support the Isle of Wight Bus Museum.
