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Isle of Wight Pride

The very first Isle of Wight Pride took place on the Island on 15th July 2017.

It was a hugely successful day attracting visitors from around the Island and across the water.

The 2018 event also incorporates UK Pride for the first time after winning a competition to host the event.

Below are some of the articles published through OnTheWight mentioning Isle of Wight Pride.

11, July 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight Pride are changing things up this year: Here’s how

Isle of Wight Pride have announced some significant changes to this year's Pride event. The parade remains, but the entertainment will see some changes that will benefit local venues. Details within.

20, June 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight Pride returns for 2019: Prices and details revealed

This year's Isle of Wight Pride event will feature a return of the parade, but with a ticketed event rather than free.

7, June 2019·2 min read

Isle of Wight champion for equality and diversity named in 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours list

No stranger to awards for her services to equality and diversity, Yve has now been named the British Empire Medal in the Queen's Birthday Honours list.

17, May 2019·3 min read

‘Out On An Island’ seeking LGBTQ+ stories with an Isle of Wight connection over last 100 years

On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia we have news of this great new project.

18, April 2019·3 min read

Isle of Wight Pride is back for 2019

After it was announced the main Pride event would not happen this year, the new Trustees have now announced it will go ahead. Details within.

25, March 2019·2 min read

No main Isle of Wight Pride event for 2019

The announcement was made following Saturday's AGM. Other events will take place throughout the year building towards a main Pride event in 2020. Cllr Love addresses the homophobic comments made on social media.

6, March 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight Pride: Call for Trustees and Volunteers

Isle of Wight Pride are on the lookout for new Trustees and more volunteers to help this year's event follow on the success of previous years. If you'd like to get involved let them know by 16th March. Details within.

21, September 2018·1 min read

Video: Wonderful Isle of Wight Pride feature on BBC’s InsideOut

There are some touching and heartfelt stories in this great feature on the BBC's Inside Out programme about this year's Isle of Wight and UK Pride.

3, September 2018·1 min read

BBC1 screening offers unique insight into UKPride 2018

Commissioned by Solent Productions, working with Solent University students, this segment on BBC1's Inside Out programme will provide a unique insight into UKPride2018 which took place on the Isle of Wight this summer.

25, July 2018·6 min read

Isle of Wight Pride and UK Pride a huge success (Photos/Video)

The second ever Isle of Wight Pride was a huge success, with a rise in the number of people attending as well as entertainment and activities. See OnTheWight's photo gallery and videos.

24, July 2018·1 min read

Caroline Lucas MP makes last visit to the Isle of Wight as Green Party co-leader

Green Party co-leader and MP, Caroline Lucas, was on the Isle of Wight again last weekend, this time in support of Isle of Wight Pride.

18, July 2018·2 min read

Isle of Wight and UK Pride: Your guide to what’s on offer this week

This year's Pride is bigger, better promises a huge amount of family friendly fun, from the Parade through the town to the full day and evening of entertainment. Check out our guide to what's on offer.

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