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    Holly Black

    Brevity brings arts writer Holly EJ Black to the Isle of Wight

    People dancing in the woodland

    Sunshine and standout sets crown Three Rivers Festival’s return to Porchfield

    Charlie and her Dad at Havenstreet

    Violinist Charlie Wild brings railway memories to life at Ventnor Fringe

    Performer dressed all in black acting as though he is falling against a red background

    Mime, clown and horror collide in David Hoskin’s new Ventnor Fringe performance: A Haunted House

    Gabriela Flarys performing Deluge on stage - playing an organ whilst having her head through a stepladder

    Magical realism show Deluge brings grief, Komodo dragons and jam to Ventnor Fringe

  • What’s On
    What's On

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

    If you would like to promote an event to OnTheWight readers, find out more.

    Plants and trees in Vernon Square

    Vernon Square’s annual summer garden party returns to Ryde this month

    Holly Black

    Brevity brings arts writer Holly EJ Black to the Isle of Wight

    People dancing in the woodland

    Sunshine and standout sets crown Three Rivers Festival’s return to Porchfield

    Wendy Welsford's Doomsday Clock made with nurdles

    Isle of Wight artists invited to tackle plastic pellet pollution through new exhibition

    Wootton Primary pupils taking part in Mardi Gras

    Isle of Wight Mardi Gras returns to Ryde with folklore theme for 2026

  • 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.

    Wendy Welsford's Doomsday Clock made with nurdles

    Isle of Wight artists invited to tackle plastic pellet pollution through new exhibition

    Lorna Selby standing by a river

    Isle of Wight conservationist named Rising Star in national environment power list

    Volunteers planting at Calshot Restoration Site

    Record number of seagrass seeds planted in Solent this spring in major restoration effort

  • Community
    Community
    Plants and trees in Vernon Square

    Vernon Square’s annual summer garden party returns to Ryde this month

    -L-R Nigel Hartley - Rob from Nashers (Nettlestone & Seaview MIS)

    Sunshine and crowds turn out for Men in Sheds Festival at Sandown Airport

    Staff from Glanvilles Damant and Prospect Mortgages painting the Rabbit enclosures

    RSPCA Isle of Wight’s first Corporate Volunteer Day proves a hit

    lifeboat lotto balls

    Sign up for the Lifeboat Lotto and support our local independent lifeboat crews

    The St Catherine's tuck shop stall at Isle of Wight Festival

    St Catherine’s School brings charity stall to Isle of Wight Festival

  • News
    News
    melted ice cream in a cone that has been dropped on the floor

    Met Office issues amber extreme heat warning for the Isle of Wight

    Photo taken from outside through the glass of two women talking at the Ronson Reunited event

    Ronson Lighter Factory reunion brings former workers together after 45 years apart

    Plants and trees in Vernon Square

    Vernon Square’s annual summer garden party returns to Ryde this month

    Totland Pier April 2023

    Unused restaurant could become unique holiday accommodation on Totland Pier

    Holly Black

    Brevity brings arts writer Holly EJ Black to the Isle of Wight

    Ferry Wash with yachts in the solent

    Transport leaders meet to discuss Island’s connectivity and resilience

    Admiral Grigorovich frigate

    Isle of Wight MPs react after Russian frigate fires warning shots near yacht

    People dancing in the woodland

    Sunshine and standout sets crown Three Rivers Festival’s return to Porchfield

    -L-R Nigel Hartley - Rob from Nashers (Nettlestone & Seaview MIS)

    Sunshine and crowds turn out for Men in Sheds Festival at Sandown Airport

    Wendy Welsford's Doomsday Clock made with nurdles

    Isle of Wight artists invited to tackle plastic pellet pollution through new exhibition

    Wootton Primary pupils taking part in Mardi Gras

    Isle of Wight Mardi Gras returns to Ryde with folklore theme for 2026

    ammonite

    New ammonite species named after Isle of Wight fossil hunter Martin Simpson

    The RNLI Inshore Lifeboat Centre (ILC) in Cowes.

    Unite launches petition calling on RNLI to halt Cowes job losses

    Staff from Glanvilles Damant and Prospect Mortgages painting the Rabbit enclosures

    RSPCA Isle of Wight’s first Corporate Volunteer Day proves a hit

    Lorna Selby standing by a river

    Isle of Wight conservationist named Rising Star in national environment power list

    Performer dressed all in black acting as though he is falling against a red background

    Mime, clown and horror collide in David Hoskin’s new Ventnor Fringe performance: A Haunted House

  • 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.

    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

    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

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If you’re interested in news from around the centre of the Island, this is the place to find it.

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Greater In Tune Portrait Exhibition at Quay Arts
31, July 2025·1 min read

Greater In Tune: Large-scale portrait photography show closes this weekend

Saturday is your last chance to see this exhibition of stunning portrait photography
aerial photo of cement mills viaduct, crossing the river
30, July 2025·2 min read

Major improvements planned for the Cement Mills Viaduct cycle track

Island Roads announces a seven-week project to replace the Cement Mills Viaduct deck
The exterior of Pyle Street property
30, July 2025·1 min read

Four-bedroom home proposed to replace vacant office space in Newport

A vacant office in Newport could soon be transformed into a family home
Computer keyboard with shift key replaced by the words 'planning'
28, July 2025·1 min read

Proposal for children’s home in Newport aims to provide vital care services

Plans for a Newport children's home receive mixed reactions from local residents
Floor plans for former medical centre to HMO
28, July 2025·2 min read

Parking issues spark backlash against new flats and HMO proposal

The proposal to convert a former surgery into flats raises parking concerns in Newport
The three band members sitting against a metal container
27, July 2025·1 min read

Any Road to host Big Night of Metal to support Island’s underground scene

A special tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, “the late great metal icon and prince of darkness himself,” is planned as part of the night
blackwater cycle track completed
27, July 2025·1 min read

Urgent repairs prompt temporary closure of Newport to Sandown cycle track

Island Roads say they are working hard to get the cycle path reopened asap
Richard Quigley with two other men opening SpaMedica eye centre
24, July 2025·2 min read

MP opens new Community Diagnostic and Treatment Centre on the Isle of Wight

The Community Diagnostic and Treatment Centre aims to reduce NHS waiting times locally
Scarrots Lane derelict plot - google maps
21, July 2025·1 min read

New town centre semi-detached houses proposed for brownfield site

Local consultation open for proposed homes on Scarrots Lane, Newport
Floor plans for former medical centre to HMO
21, July 2025·1 min read

Former doctor’s surgery in Newport could be converted into affordable housing

A former doctor’s surgery in Newport may be transformed into affordable housing units
Caroline Gladwin at the by-election count
18, July 2025·2 min read

Reform UK’s Caroline Gladwin questioned over ‘appalling living conditions’ of her rental flat

An Isle of Wight councillor receives backlash for being labelled a ‘rogue landlord’ during a council meeting
Greenmount Library with pupils and the author and his wife
18, July 2025·2 min read

New library at Greenmount Primary School transforms reading space for young learners

Author Peter J Murray inaugurated Greenmount Primary's vibrant new library fostering a love of reading
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