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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.

Old postcard of Bonchurch

19, July 2024·1 min read

Step back in time with ‘Bonchurch in 99 Old Postcards’ now available

Ventnor’s local history society publishes latest book illustrating Bonchurch's bygone eras

John Pullen, Barry Sowerby and Roger Williams, Friends of Northwood Cemetery and Janice Lord, registration and bereavement services manager at Isle of Wight Council

18, July 2024·2 min read

Volunteers’ efforts recognised as Northwood Cemetery secures seventh Green Flag accolade

Community efforts lead Northwood Cemetery to its seventh Green Flag Award

Big History Map

18, July 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight students create digital history map in innovative local heritage project

Students explore Isle of Wight's heritage through a digital history mapping project

Ryde Town Hall, Lind Street, Isle of Wight

21, June 2024·2 min read

Ryde Town Hall Trust: Fresh blood arrives while others leave (Updated)

New trustees appointed to revive Ryde Town Hall's rich cultural potential

School Choir singing at D-Day celebrations

11, June 2024·1 min read

Intergenerational event at Wellow Institute brings WWII history to life for pupils

Shalfleet pupils encounter WWII history and memories at Wellow Institute's intergenerational event

St Marys stained glass window

10, June 2024·1 min read

A Witness to Change – St Mary’s tour with Richard Smout: Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival 2024 (Free)

Richard Smout leads insightful, free historical tours of St Mary's Church, Carisbrooke as part of the Biosphere festival

D-Day Poster showing soldiers on the beaches in France

29, May 2024·1 min read

‘Oh Day of Days!’: Ventnor’s WWII contributions showcased in 80th D-Day anniversary booklet

Ventnor's WWII role highlighted in 80th D-Day anniversary commemoration this June

Major General Sir Martin White with the Queen

29, May 2024·1 min read

Carisbrooke Castle Museum hosts evening with former Lord-Lieutenant Sir Martin White

Explore Royal ties with Sir Martin White's talk at Carisbrooke Castle Museum

WAM Volunteers and Stainless Team with Neil Barnden and Patrick Buckland centre

26, May 2024·3 min read

Stainless Games collaborates with Wight Aviation Museum to enhance 3D flight simulation experience

Stainless Games assists Wight Aviation Museum in improving their flight simulation exhibits

Photos from the packs archive

16, May 2024·3 min read

A call to former Packs shoppers: Your memorabilia needed for a new Ryde exhibition

Ryde’s past retail charm comes alive; share your Packs or Woods & Wilkins memories

Gavin Stride visiting the Wight Aviation Museum

18, April 2024·2 min read

Wight Aviation Museum honours aviation pioneers with historic photograph presentation

Creative Island Director explores Isle of Wight's rich aviation history at Wight Aviation Museum

Calbourne Water Mill - Blue Sky

4, April 2024·2 min read

Historic Isle of Wight Watermill to close due to financial and structural issues

Calbourne's Watermill attraction, milling for over 1,000 years, set to close amidst financial woes

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