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John Cattle

John Cattle is well-known across the globe as a legendary Isle of Wight skateboarder.

He founded Wight Trash Skateboards in 2004 and now has a popular online shop, bricks and mortar shop in Ryde, a skateboarding team that competes in competitions around the country and skateboarding lessons through his skateclub.

Below are some of the articles featuring John Cattle.

5, September 2016·1 min read

RedBullTV came to the Isle of Wight and shot this stunning film

Created to be shown as snippets in between the live broadcast of Bestival, this stunning film by RedBullTV really shows the Island off to its best. The 11 minutes just fly by.

Building concrete obstacles at Ryde Skatepark

10, November 2023·5 min read

Ryde Skatepark’s remarkable transformation: Community spirit fuels concrete makeover

Skateboarding community and Wight Trash unite to revamp Ryde Skatepark with concrete obstacles

21, June 2018·5 min read

Seven-year-old Martha joins the Wight Trash Skate crew

This sparkly seven-year-old from the Isle of Wight has just been recruited to the Wight Trash skateboarding team. Check out these great videos of her awesome performance.

25, July 2018·1 min read

Skateboarding legend to conquer fear of heights for sponsored skydive

Every pound donated will make a difference and help towards the goal of getting an awesome concrete skatepark built in Ventnor by Spring 2019.

18, July 2022·1 min read

Skydiving skateboarding coaches hope to raise £2,000 for Isle of Wight not-for-profit organisation

Times are hard for everyone, but if you can show your support please donate to this fundraiser for the not-for-profit skateclub

7, August 2022·1 min read

Still time to help skydiving skateboarding coaches reach their £2,000 target

Times are hard for everyone, but if you can show your support please donate to this fundraiser for the not-for-profit skateclub. They've achieved £1,300 so far, but are hoping to reach the £2,000 target

5, June 2019·3 min read

Town councillors effectively block free skateboarding for kids, objecting to Wight Trash branding (updated)

Two councillors in East Cowes have effectively now blocked free skateboarding sessions for kids as they say they don't like the 15-year old Wight Trash name. It's never been an issue in previous years.

25, August 2017·4 min read

Vandalism closes Ventnor Skatepark ramps: But good news on the horizon

Of course it's disappointing that vandals have damaged Ventnor's skatepark (BTW - Can you help fix it up?) - but let's not be disheartened - There's some good news on the horizon for a much more secure future.

10, June 2024·4 min read

Ventnor Skatepark renovation hailed a success, with young people getting stuck in and learning new skills

Community spirit shines in Ventnor as young people help revamp Ventnor Skatepark. The enhancements were certainly popular with young people at the weekend

26, October 2018·1 min read

Watch: Lauran Hibberd’s latest music video features Isle of Wight skateboarding stars

The track was recorded in a former water tower on Queen Victoria's estate on the Isle of Wight and the music video recorded at John Cattle's Skateclub. We love it!

1, April 2023·1 min read

Wight Trash celebrates 19th birthday with 19% discount on everything

Wight Trash celebrates 19th anniversary; skateboard brand offers 19% discount in Ryde shop and on the Website

2, April 2024·1 min read

Wight Trash marks two decades of skateboarding culture and community on the Isle of Wight

Two decades strong, Wight Trash reflects the evolution of skate culture on the Isle of Wight

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