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Dubbed by a transport expert as "a hopeless fantasy" the aspirations to extend Island Line out to Newport and down to Ventnor have been rejected
Island Line Trains
Island Line Trains are the Isle of Wight’s only commercial rail provider.
The service runs from Ryde Pier head in the north of the Island, to Shanklin towards the south.
It’s a vital lifeline, providing a swift connection to means to exit to the Mainland, via the FastCat or Hover.
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Student competition to design posters for public transport behaviour launched on the Isle of Wight
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Discover the intricate story behind the Isle of Wight railway's modernisation with Richard C Long's latest book
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The ping pong of emails between David Pugh and Nick Finney on the subject of the franchise for Island Line trains continues. For those interested, there are several more to follow.
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After meeting with senior train line staff, he says he feels working with SWT is better than the legal route
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Trevor Long says Island Line Train's 'company policy' to not allow mobility scooters is a personal attack on people with disabilities.
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Watch out if you're planning to use an early train, no bikes allowed on replacement bus service
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A just-unearthed letter from the Island’s MP to a transport Minister back in March exposes a revelation about his wishes for Island Line say KILF. OnTheWight have put this to Andrew Turner.
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Today's transport report has delivered a list of recommendations for Island Line including ensuring Island Line remains part of the franchised National Rail Network. Here's the detail and the reaction.
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Road traffic is being diverted and all train services are suspended after a lorry hit the bridge at the junction of Morton Common and Avenue Road, Sandown
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If you are planning to travel on South Western Railway on these dates you might want to change your plans
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The Projects Director said, “This week, the biggest transformation of the Island Line since 1967 takes another step forward as we welcome the final Class 484 and bid a fond farewell to the last Class 483"
