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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.

8, September 2014·1 min read

Alexandra Gardens Open Days this weekend in Ventnor

As part of the annual Heritage Open Days, two properties in Ventnor's Alexandra Gardens will be opening their doors to the public this weekend.

6, September 2010·1 min read

Alexandra Gardens Take Part In Heritage Open Days

Lots to see in two Ventnor properties this coming weekend

11, September 2009·1 min read

Alexandra Gardens, Ventnor Interview (Podcast + Photo gallery)

Amazing how much has gone on in this street over the years.

21, August 2009·1 min read

Alexandra Gardens: New Historical Website Launched

A fabulous new website has been launched about Alexandra Gardens.

8, July 2016·1 min read

All change at Ventnor Heritage Centre as museum gets a facelift

The refurbishment of Ventnor Heritage Centre was celebrated at the end of last month. Pay a visit soon to see the changes.

26, June 2009·1 min read

All the Way to Wittul

Local history at it's best. Do go along you might learn something.

23, April 2014·1 min read

All welcome at Bus & Coach Museum’s ‘Drive It Day’

A free classic bus service will link the Museum with the town at least every 30 minutes or bring your own classic vehicle along.

18, March 2013·1 min read

All welcome to Frank James Open Day

Why not pop along and celebrate the good work of the guerilla gardeners at next Sunday's open day?

21, October 2009·1 min read

Anne Frank Exhibition at Brading Roman Villa

Brading Roman Vila will be hosting a new exhibition from the Anne Frank Trust next month.

10, January 2011·1 min read

Annual Hedgelaying Competition: Call For Entries

Join in or just go along to spectate

13, March 2013·2 min read

Appeal for donations to help keep historical prints on the Island

Just under £2,000 is needed still to ensure that rare prints by Thomas Walmesley of the Isle of Wight can be kept on the Island.

10, September 2013·1 min read

Appeal for family photos of Isle of Wight nurses

Do you have any family photos of Isle of Wight nurses from Victorian days up to the 1960s that you could loan the University of Southampton for an exhibition later this month? It would be great to see the Island represented.

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