£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
16, August 2023·1 min readPS Waverley’s return to Ryde Pier: Historic paddle steamer makes three excursions here next monthWaverley, the world's last seagoing paddle steamer, returns to Ryde Pier this September after almost ten years away
14, August 2023·2 min readCitizen science initiative on the Isle of Wight: Wightlink joins fight against microplasticsWightlink has allied with Just One Ocean for microplastics research on Isle of Wight beaches
26, July 2023·1 min readSafety at sea: How Wightlink and Coastguard collaboration improves Solent travelWightlink and HM Coastguard are collaborating to enhance safety procedures in Solent waters
4, July 2023·1 min readLucy Scholes: The Isle of Wight star targeting a spot in Deaf Women’s World CupIsle of Wight footballer Lucy Scholes has been selected for England's final training squad for the upcoming Deaf Women's World Cup
14, June 2023·1 min readWightlink’s role in restoring native Oysters to the Solent: An inside lookWightlink aids a large-scale project to restore Solent's native oysters, tackling environmental concerns
30, May 2023·1 min readIntergenerational jazz performance lights up Bill Wills’ 90th birthday bashThe event raised funds for charities and showcased the intergenerational passion for jazz
2, May 2023·1 min readThree peaks, 24 hours, one goal: Rugby stars support youth mental healthIsle of Wight rugby players attempt Three Peaks Challenge, raising funds for Papyrus suicide prevention
20, April 2023·1 min readWightlink’s timetable tweaks promise smoother transfers between ferry and rail servicesWightlink refines ferry timetables, enhancing connectivity with rail services for Portsmouth-Ryde and Lymington-Yarmouth passengers
30, March 2023·1 min readWightlink’s refurbished fleet all set for Easter and summer travelWightlink completes six-month maintenance, as Wight Sun's return marks fleet's readiness for bustling summer travel season
24, March 2023·1 min readLong-awaited later FastCat sailings start next weekThe return of the FastCat sailings offer convenient late-night crossings between Ryde and Portsmouth Harbour
2, February 2023·1 min readExtra FastCat sailings for pupils taking part in annual Dance Live! event in PortsmouthThe charter vessel sailings are open to everyone with advance booking
24, January 2023·1 min readEvening Fastcat crossings will return between Portsmouth and Ryde – but not quite yetAs well as the return of evening sailings, Wightlink announce other changes to their upcoming timetables to look forward to