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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.

28, April 2020·2 min read

Rhythmtree Festival joins list of Isle of Wight events cancelled due to Coronavirus

Another much-loved gathering has joined the list of events that have been cancelled due to Coronavirus outbreak

4, May 2018·1 min read

Ryde Slide 2018: More than half tickets already sold. Book now

The Wightlink Ryde Slide is one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the summer on the Isle of Wight and returns to Union Street the day after Isle of Wight Pride.

umbrella and person in the wind by emotional dischord

13, July 2023·1 min read

Safety first: Isle of Wight Pride postponed amid Yellow Weather Alert

Isle of Wight Pride is postponed to August owing to weather-related safety concerns

25, May 2018·1 min read

StoneCrabs Theatre present Arthur Miller’s ‘Some Kind of Love Story’ at Quay Arts

Time Out says this theatre company "does a magnificent job of introducing undeservedly neglected plays to UK audiences for the first time". Stonecrabs Theatre are bringing two to Quay Arts in June.

28, April 2017·4 min read

The country responds to Andrew Turner’s comments on homosexuality

The response to OnTheWight breaking the story about Andrew Turner's 'homosexuality is wrong' comment have been rapid and furious. It's all over the nationals, raising much comment.

22, October 2017·1 min read

UK Pride 2018 comes to the Isle of Wight after win (update 3)

Isle of Wight Pride, who held their first event this year, has been chosen to host UKPride in 2018. Congratulations to all involved.

23, February 2018·2 min read

UK Pride 2018: Register now for your free tickets

Isle of Wight Pride is anticipated to be one of the largest free events on the Island in 2018, bringing new visitors with the potential to boost the local economy by hundreds of thousands of pounds.

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.

25, January 2018·1 min read

Vote for Isle of Wight Pride in the Boyz Magazine Awards

Your vote counts. Show your support for Isle of Wight Pride, which has been shortlisted in the 2018 Boyz Magazine Awards for best Pride.

3, April 2018·1 min read

Walking 72 miles to raise awareness of LGBT discrimination in 72 Countries

There are still 72 Countries across the globe where being LGBT is against the law. An Isle of Wight Pride Trustee and his partner Joe are embarking on a 72 mile walk to increase awareness of the issue and raise funds for Isle of Wight Pride.

31, May 2017·1 min read

WightAid Foundation spreads the love

Three more organisations on the Isle of Wight have benefited from donations from the WightAID Foundation.

30, November 2016·1 min read

Your ideas will help shape plans for Isle of Wight Pride

Complete this quick and confidential survey and your views could help shape the plans for next year's Isle of Wight Pride.

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