Far from Home: Miranda Acland’s debut novel is a tale of friendship, adventure and the quest for truth
New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
New hope for Ventnor’s Skatepark as positive talks resume: Volunteers sought for ‘DIY SOS’ meanwhile project
30, November 2021·1 min readNew ‘Learning Via Living’ enrichment service for home educating familiesThis exciting new 'Childhood Enrichment Service' has been launched by the team behind Monkton Arts, having been given the stamp of approval by Ofsted
9, November 2021·2 min read‘Doers’ recognised for their efforts at Monkton Arts Awards CeremonyThe awards spanned across the ages and five different award categories. Well done to all involved
1, November 2021·3 min read‘Ordinary Islanders Who Do Extraordinary Things Award’ for Project Geranium creator (updated)Steve Double not only spearheaded Project Geranium, but he is also was the power behind the Postcard Project, spreading love and kindness across the Island and beyond
20, October 2021·1 min readHarp On Wight Festival returns this weekend: Book nowThere are still tickets available to some concerts and workshops, act fast to avoid disappointment
18, October 2021·1 min readIsle of Wight artist, Martin Swan, exhibits at Monkton ArtsIsle of Wight Artist, Martin Swan, has a new exhibition starting this week at Monkton Arts in Ryde.
14, October 2021·1 min readHarp on Wight Festival returns to Ryde with a strong Celtic influenceThere are eight concerts and a whopping 14 workshops taking place at this year’s Harp On Wight Festival. Book now to avoid disappointment
20, September 2021·2 min readHarp on Wight: This year’s festival has a strong Celtic influenceThere are eight concerts and a whopping 14 workshops taking place at this year's Harp On Wight Festival. Book now to avoid disappointment
26, August 2021·3 min readMonkton Arts announce the winners of their 2021 Arts PrizeThere were over 150 submissions to the 2021 Monkton Arts Prize, with the 50 shortlisted pieces showcased during a two-week exhibition
7, June 2021·1 min readMonkton Arts launch a brand new Arts Prize competitionYou could win £1,000 and an exhibition at the Acons Gallery in Ryde. Read on for details of how to enter
17, May 2021·1 min readIsle of Wight artists’ work, dedicated to the freedom of Julian Assange, in Diem Voice exhibition80 global artists - including some from the Isle of Wight - have had their work selected for DiEM Voice exhibition
13, May 2021·3 min readGet ready for an Isle of Wight ‘Summer of Pride’Although the main summer beach event has been postponed until 2022, there will still be plenty of other Pride events taking place in 2021
26, March 2021·2 min readAggie Fest 2021: Isle of Wight and mainland folk singers perform songs about seafaring lifeThe evening will feature a range of local and mainland folk singers performing songs about the seafaring life