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    Vintage Parisian Book Bus set for Ventnor Fringe Square return

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    Quay Arts marks 50 years with new exhibition, The Centre

    Sweet Dreams exhibition showing the bed and piano

    Sleep and dreams inspire new Ryde exhibition at Monkton Arts

    People sewing at Independent Arts by Julian Winslow

    Island charity wants your views on its creative workshops and wider support

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    Island authors invited to showcase their work at Isle of Wight Literary Festival

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    Below you’ll find the latest features highlighting the upcoming events here on the Isle of Wight.

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    Tracy outside Boojum and Snark with a sign that reads 'sandown jolly'

    Last chance to join Sandown Jolly at Boojum & Snark tomorrow

    Woman looking at books on the Book Bus

    Vintage Parisian Book Bus set for Ventnor Fringe Square return

    quay arts building 1

    Quay Arts marks 50 years with new exhibition, The Centre

    Sweet Dreams exhibition showing the bed and piano

    Sleep and dreams inspire new Ryde exhibition at Monkton Arts

    Black and white photo of Newport Roman villa excavation

    Newport Roman Villa marks 100 years with £1 family event

  • Sustainability
    Sustainability

    If you want to find out more about sustainability and the issues that affect our environment, you’re in the right place.

    Whether it’s details of changes you can make at home, or at your business or work, we lay out the facts and let you share your opinion.

    Below are articles relating to sustainability and green issues on the Isle of Wight.

    Ben showing new wardens how to checking tree health

    Tree wardens gather at Calbourne Mill for expert training day

    children writing on post-it notes to place on the 'tardis'

    Step into a Time Machine at Naturezones and share what you’d like to see in 2035

    Brading Roman villa biosphere trail

    Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival reaches halfway point with events still to come

  • Community
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    People sewing at Independent Arts by Julian Winslow

    Island charity wants your views on its creative workshops and wider support

    Ryde rescue crew in boat on water

    Join the Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5000

    calculator with print off

    Ventnor history society seeks new treasurer to help secure its future

    Person holding up a sign that reads' Community writes off Sandown' with school children walking past

    Sandown Jolly: bring your memories, photos and stories to a free community gathering this Saturday

    WINNER Barn 1, Little Budbridge Farm, after completely rebuilding

    Isle of Wight Society Conservation Awards 2026 celebrate the Island’s heritage restoration work

  • News
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    Tracy outside Boojum and Snark with a sign that reads 'sandown jolly'

    Last chance to join Sandown Jolly at Boojum & Snark tomorrow

    Joy Ballard

    Ex-Ryde Academy head loses right to teach after cruise term-date scandal

    Singer Motor cars from three eras in a car park -

    Classic Singer convoy on the Isle of Wight for National Car Weekend

    fly-tipping in countryside

    Fly-tipping incidents rise on the Island in first three months of 2026

    lawn and hosepipe with water coming out

    Hosepipe ban to hit the Isle of Wight from 10th July

    Laura Gaudion - centre right - in council chamber

    Council drafts action plan after adult social care rated ‘requires improvement’

    Black and white photo of a wooden abacus

    County Hall braces for update on structural deficit facing Isle of Wight

    model of a house and set of keys on table

    Landlords quitting rental market drives homelessness rise says Isle of Wight Council

    board room table and chairs in sky scraper with floor to ceiling glass windows

    CQC inspection flags leadership gaps at Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust (updated)

    Woman looking at books on the Book Bus

    Vintage Parisian Book Bus set for Ventnor Fringe Square return

    orange chair

    Reform UK’s bid to chair new combined authority sparks backlash

    quay arts building 1

    Quay Arts marks 50 years with new exhibition, The Centre

    Joe Robertson and Richard Quigley with Coastguards

    East Wight MP takes coastguard pay row to Westminster

    Sweet Dreams exhibition showing the bed and piano

    Sleep and dreams inspire new Ryde exhibition at Monkton Arts

    People sewing at Independent Arts by Julian Winslow

    Island charity wants your views on its creative workshops and wider support

    wet wipes blocking pipes

    Isle of Wight households flush 30 million wet wipes into sewers each year

  • Travel
    Travel

    Our Travel section is the place to check for fast and accurate travel updates from all the ferry companies, bus, train and hovercraft operator.

    In this section, we’ll also let you know about road closures and diversions.

    Below are articles relating to Isle of Wight travel.

    Singer Motor cars from three eras in a car park -

    Classic Singer convoy on the Isle of Wight for National Car Weekend

    Ferry Wash with yachts in the solent

    Letter: Why can’t the Isle of Wight build tunnels like Shetland?

    A close-up of the Project Pictogram sticker branding

    Isle of Wight businesses urged to back road safety campaign

    Jack sitting on the beach pointing to some old steel rails

    Wight Wanderer YouTuber searches for clues to Atherfield’s forgotten coastal tramway

    Ferry Wash with yachts in the solent

    Transport leaders meet to discuss Island’s connectivity and resilience

    richard quigley and the minister in meeting with ferry companies

    Minister visits Isle of Wight to hear ferry firms’ emissions scheme concerns

    traffic information sign at side of road

    Fairlee Road one-way system returns for Isle of Wight Festival week

    gurnard parish council meeting

    Gurnard parking problems described as ‘biggest issue’ facing residents

    one-network road closures map

    Checking before you travel could save you time and frustration: Isle of Wight roadworks map

    teenagers on a bus

    Isle of Wight families set to save thousands under Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme

    Towngate Bridge, Newport

    Weight restrictions lifted on seven Isle of Wight bridges

    Quay wall at the ferry terminal

    Red Funnel submits plans to repair failing quay wall near ferry terminal

    General highway maintenance signage

    Fairlee Road night works to improve two sections of Newport road next month

    Steve Cooper at community meeting

    Ventnor Town Council renews community bus contract and freshens up public conveniences

    Two Hovertravel craft at Ryde

    New hovercraft route linking Lee-on-Solent with the Isle of Wight begins trial this summer

    staff with cockroaches

    Cowes cleaner discovers box of Madagascan hissing cockroaches during town round

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Beech trees in the New Forest with sun coming through the trees
23, May 2025·4 min read

Planning and Infrastructure Bill threatens vital wildlife protections in the UK, says wildlife charity

New legislation threatens critical wildlife protections, raising alarms among environmental advocates
Bee in foxglove
20, May 2025·1 min read

World Bee Day 2025: Raising awareness for pollinators and their critical role

This World Bee Day, let’s act to protect the vital pollinators of our ecosystems
Caged Bears Benji and Balu at Altiagac, Azerbaijan
20, May 2025·4 min read

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary announces sponsorship for transportation of bears Benji and Balu

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary celebrates as rescued bears begin their journey from Azerbaijan
James Brewer with 10 Steps to Nature Recovery leaflet
18, May 2025·3 min read

Hear what the Isle of Wight Local Nature Recovery Strategy is and how you can get involved (Podcast)

Small actions can make a big difference to protect and enhance biodiversity - Listen to our conversation with James Brewer to hear more
a ventnor wall lizard biting the back of another
23, April 2025·5 min read

Concerns grow over glyphosate use in Ventnor as contractors resume spraying

Glyphosate spraying resumes in Ventnor, raising concerns for wall lizards
Steve Cowley presenting Sarah Tyrell with the award
22, April 2025·1 min read

Shalfleet’s Tree Warden commended for her commitment to the environment

Sarah Tyrell receives Shalfleet Parish Council's Community Award for her environmental stewardship
Andrew Holman Chair of the Nature Group receives donation from Steve Warburton of the Lane End Co-op Welcome store
16, April 2025·2 min read

Harbour Farm Nature Group receives generous donation to enhance local nature access

The Harbour Farm Nature Group celebrates new beginnings with a generous community donation
Island Roads operative spraying herbicide whilst driving on the pavement
15, April 2025·3 min read

Riding quadbikes on pavements is illegal: Why do Island Roads’ contractors keep doing it? (update 2)

Residents voice concerns about Island Roads’ operatives riding quadbikes on pavements
People taking part in clearance of Himalayan Balsam
15, April 2025·1 min read

Help protect wildlife on the Island: Volunteering roles open now

Volunteer with HIWWT to support wildlife conservation and enhance your local environment
Red squirrel on a tree
4, April 2025·3 min read

Councillor urges community to safeguard natural environments and support local conservation

Ongoing vandalism poses a serious threat to the red squirrel habitat on the Isle of Wight
Frog sitting on frogspawn
29, March 2025·2 min read

Join the Woodland Trust’s spring campaign to monitor vital signs of nature

Help the Woodland Trust track climate change by logging sightings before 21st April
Fox, Heron, Red Squirrel, Hare and Damselfly
17, March 2025·1 min read

Naturezones launches its 2025 calendar competition for Isle of Wight wildlife photography

Enter the Naturezones calendar competition to support wildlife education and conservation
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