In the year that sees the 200th anniversary of the birth of renowned Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron, Dimbola Museum and Gallery at Freshwater (her home from 1860-1875) is mounting a year-long commemoration of her life and work.
Several top Isle of Wight offshore sailors have been taking part in the first edition of the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s new race from Lanzarote to the spice island of Grenada in the Caribbean.
Disappointment for Island sailor Leigh McMillan and his team, but at least they had the satisfaction of gaining a place on the last day and finishing in second place in Act 8, as well as being second in the Series overall.
Sunday’s IW Marathon, organised by Ryde Harriers, and run over a circular course from the Community Club, Cowes via Shalfleet to the West Wight and back, saw just two runners break the three hour barrier.
Cowes Heritage, a voluntary group dedicated to recording and exhibiting the history of the town are currently hosting their 13th exhibition based in Regatta House, Bath Road.