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    The cast of Impromptu Shakespeare walking through old courtyard

    Impromptu Shakespeare brings a brand-new Bard to Ventnor this July

    Vintage dinner table setting

    A summer supper club comes to Ventnor Exchange: Limited spaces

    Fran Heath sitting on her desk surrounded by her dire-ramas and vintage typewriters

    Writer and artist Fran Heath showcases decades of creative work at Quay Arts

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

    Sandown’s high street to become living canvas as arts initiative takes shape this summer

    Holly Downer as Hannah

    New classroom comedy Special Measures comes to Ryde this July

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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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    The cast of Impromptu Shakespeare walking through old courtyard

    Impromptu Shakespeare brings a brand-new Bard to Ventnor this July

    Vintage dinner table setting

    A summer supper club comes to Ventnor Exchange: Limited spaces

    Two people constructing large signage for Ventnor's Fringe Festival

    Ventnor Fringe launches community making club to craft festival decorations and props

    Fran Heath sitting on her desk surrounded by her dire-ramas and vintage typewriters

    Writer and artist Fran Heath showcases decades of creative work at Quay Arts

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

    Sandown’s high street to become living canvas as arts initiative takes shape this summer

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    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.

    Lucia Para sitting by beach painting

    Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival programme returns with more than 100 events across the Island

    Chris Packham and others in the People's Emergency Briefing film

    Green Room to screen People’s Emergency Briefing film with post-show discussion

    Post-it notes on a board

    Bembridge residents invited to co-design the village’s climate future at Saturday workshop

  • Community
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    lots of five pound and twenty pound notes sterling cash money

    Next week’s Island Independent Lifeboat Lotto jackpot reaches £3,900

    The C.A.R. Gardens team on planting day, with Mountbatten volunteer gardener, Jenny Peddar, centre back and Rob Mew, centre front

    Mountbatten’s Oak Garden revived in memory of Ventnor Botanic Garden’s former curator

    Scene of Ryde shopping area

    Ryde launches £100,000 community grants programme for local projects

    People attending the opening of GRAFT Studios

    Art studios open at Sandown’s Old Town Hall as GRAFT launches creative community hub

    Crowds on the esplanade on Armed Forces Day

    Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day cancelled in 2026 due to logistical and resourcing pressures

  • News
    News
    Lawrence Gosden Southern Water CEO

    Southern Water CEO visit to Isle of Wight councillors closed to public and press

    Vintage dinner table setting

    A summer supper club comes to Ventnor Exchange: Limited spaces

    Winter Gardens in the Sun August 2025

    Council closes Winter Gardens enforcement case after landowner completes visual works

    planning key on a computer keyboard

    Dozens more affordable homes proposed for major Ryde housing development

    6 high street cowes

    Former Poundland store in Cowes to become banking hub with Post Office services

    Two people constructing large signage for Ventnor's Fringe Festival

    Ventnor Fringe launches community making club to craft festival decorations and props

    Steve Hammond with the Mace

    From chauffeur to mace-bearer: Steve Hammond reflects on 25 years serving Isle of Wight Council

    Fran Heath sitting on her desk surrounded by her dire-ramas and vintage typewriters

    Writer and artist Fran Heath showcases decades of creative work at Quay Arts

    No poo at the point protest on Monday 8th June 2026

    Southern Water defends Bembridge outfall repair as legal challenge keeps work on hold

    The C.A.R. Gardens team on planting day, with Mountbatten volunteer gardener, Jenny Peddar, centre back and Rob Mew, centre front

    Mountbatten’s Oak Garden revived in memory of Ventnor Botanic Garden’s former curator

    Moon against a blue sky with light clouds

    Isle of Wight astronomy society hosts talk on remote telescope imaging

    teenagers on a bus

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

    Scene of Ryde shopping area

    Ryde launches £100,000 community grants programme for local projects

    Flags at Isle of Wight Music Festival

    Council confirms how services will run during Isle of Wight Festival

    Lucia Para sitting by beach painting

    Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival programme returns with more than 100 events across the Island

    Towngate Bridge, Newport

    Weight restrictions lifted on seven Isle of Wight bridges

  • 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.

    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

    new green electric bus

    Isle of Wight’s new electric bus fleet cuts emissions by 75 per cent

    Joe Robertson speaking in parliament

    Isle of Wight East MP raises £511 Solent ferry fare in Commons energy debate

    road closed sign laying flat on the road

    Daytime closure of road between Brading and Ryde this week

    Electric cars lined up in the car park

    Wight Community Energy brings Going Electric back to Newport for fifth year

    Class 444 Train Platform 18

    Faulty radio system causes widespread train disruption across southern England

    Red Jet coming into harbour at night

    Red Funnel launches late-night Red Jet charter service for Isle of Wight travellers

    Hale common road junction from google maps

    Pedestrian safety improvements planned for Hale Common

    road closed sign laying flat on the road

    Parish councillor reveals 37 road closures on single day as Isle of Wight frustration mounts

    ian dore by closed sign at firestone copse

    Independent review of highways PFI contract sought following Isle of Wight Council elections

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The nashville nights trio performing on stage
25, February 2026·1 min read

Nashville Nights delivers an unforgettable tribute to country music at Newport’s Apollo Theatre

The Apollo Theatre hosts Nashville Nights, raising funds for local charity Age UK IW
The giant green man carnival puppet at Ryde Children's carnival
22, February 2026·3 min read

Behind-the-scenes of Isle of Wight Mardi Gras: a celebration of local art and folklore

Join free workshops and explore the cultural traditions showcased during IW Mardi Gras exhibition
Colour photo of Bare Jams playing on stage
21, February 2026·2 min read

Bare Jams celebrate their musical journey with another show at Strings Bar: Book now

Isle of Wight venue Strings Bar welcomes back Bare Jams for highly anticipated performance
andrew garratt standing by the road closed sign on horsebridge hill
20, February 2026·3 min read

Councillor highlights traffic and pothole issues stemming from Southern Water’s lengthy roadworks

One-way closure on Horsebridge Hill prompts several concerns, including safety and traffic flow issues
Kiln House, Newport
19, February 2026·1 min read

Isle of Wight Council plans £1 million purchase of Kiln House to support housing needs

As of December 2025, there were 2,644 Isle of Wight households on the housing register
Lots of people on stage dressed in cosplay for the cosplay competition
18, February 2026·1 min read

Heroes Con 5 raises funds for Isle of Wight’s young carers this Sunday

Heroes Con 5 at Quay Arts this Sunday features gaming and cosplay whilst supporting Isle of Wight young carers
postman looking through the window at the postbox display
18, February 2026·2 min read

New historic plaques to celebrate Newport’s significant people and events

Newport & Carisbrooke Heritage Society launches exciting projects to preserve local history
close up of a microphone
13, February 2026·1 min read

Free weekly workshops for young Islanders kick off across the Isle of Wight

Sound Choices offers young people opportunities for songwriting, recording, and personal development
British notes and coins, money cash
12, February 2026·2 min read

Community Council agrees 45% council tax precept rise for Newport and Carisbrooke

Community councillors secure £1.22 million budget, prioritising youth and environmental initiatives
Plan of houses at new development
10, February 2026·2 min read

Captiva Homes gains consent for 32 mixed housing units on Horsebridge Hill

Isle of Wight Council approves new housing proposal for a further 32 homes on Horsebridge Hill
Flood alert map - 3rd Feb 2026
3, February 2026·5 min read

Environment Agency issues flood alerts for Isle of Wight ahead of further heavy rainfall (updated)

Heavy rain forecast raises flood risks for Gurnard Luck, River Medina, Eastern Yar, Lukely Brook and St John's, Ryde
people working inside the blade mhi vestas
29, January 2026·2 min read

£20 million government grant secures over 300 jobs at Vestas wind turbine factory

The Climate Minister Katie White said, "It was a no-brainer to save the Vestas factory on the Isle of Wight"
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