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Ventnor Exchange

Ventnor Exchange is a creative arts hub founded in 2014 in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight combining a venue, record store and craft beer bar.

Throughout the year they present a diverse and exciting programme of new work, nurture emerging talent and host award winning festivals

Ventnor Exchange can be found at 11 Church Street, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 1SW or by visiting their Website.

Fox Rawding performing on RSD at Ventnor Exchange-

24, March 2023·1 min read

Last chance for young musicians: Apply now to perform live at Ventnor Exchange on Record Store Day

Young musicians can apply for a coveted live performance slot at Ventnor Exchange on RSD 2023 - but don't miss the deadline

ventnor fringe festival side of container in harbourside

29, April 2019·1 min read

Last chance to register for Ventnor Fringe

If you're hoping to perform at this year's Ventnor Fringe Festival (celebrating its tenth anniversary), you'll need to register by midnight tomorrow (30th April).

undecided art collective exhibition at ventnor exchange

15, November 2019·1 min read

Last chance to see Undecided Earth exhibition

Exhibiting artists at Undecided Earth include Tania Dixcey, Rachael Berry, Cooly Haste, Adam Harvey, Teresa Grimaldi, Holly Maslen, Julie Hutchison and many others.

Poster for the Rob Auton Crowd Show with illustration of his head surrounded by star ratings

13, October 2022·1 min read

Last few seats to see Rob Auton’s Crowd Show at Ventnor Exchange

Having caught Rob's show at Ventnor Fringe Festival this year, it was so good we're seeing it again, so can highly recommend it

22, February 2018·1 min read

Latest music video by Alessi’s Ark shot on the Undercliff

This music video by Alessi's Ark takes you on a delightful sun-dappled journey through the Ventnor Undercliff and down to St Catherine's Lighthouse.

Alys Scott-Hawkins, Jo Hummel and Jack Whitewood

12, December 2022·1 min read

Learn how to build a sustainable career in the creative sector at IW Creative Network event

Find out more and book your place at the IW Creative Network event being hosted at Ventnor Exchange

19, July 2017·1 min read

Live in Ventnor? Have a pro shoot you for free this Saturday

Worry not, it's not about arranging an execution. This Saturday two great photographers are offering to take a portrait photo of all Ventnor residents, to include you in the 'Portrait of a Town' project. What an offer!

31, July 2017·1 min read

Lust for Life: Double screening of Trainspotting with live music and fresh pizza

Ventnor Arts Club will be hosting a celebration of Danny Boyle’s seminal Trainspotting films and Iggy Pop’s 70th year during the Fringe Festival. Tickets are limited so book now.

2, May 2018·2 min read

Major boost for Isle of Wight Arts as MP secures ‘Priority treatment’ from Arts Council

Museums such as Dimbola, as well as arts organisations such as Ventnor Exchange and Quay Arts will benefit from new priority status with Arts Council.

26, October 2018·1 min read

Major boost for Ventnor with national exposure from Guardian Labs

Some of the town's lovely independents get a mention and although the feature is obviously a great big ad for iZettle, it is also a great big ad for Ventnor town and you can't argue with that.

16, March 2017·1 min read

Multi award-winning poet Luke Wright back for one night only (tonight)

Drop whatever you're doing tonight and head to Ventnor Exchange. We saw Luke perform last year and his performance was outstanding. Don't miss this one-off show tonight (Thursday).

25, April 2018·1 min read

New Courses at Ventnor Exchange bring contemporary approach to creative learning

Ventnor Exchange launches its renewed Young Creatives programme for 11-25 year olds this week. There's a huge range of one-off creative workshops for writers, actors and artists. Book now to avoid disappointment.

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