The play equipment came to the part as part of the People's Millions Award that was given to the parish last year. Vandals have destroyed the play boat by setting it on fire.
The family of four and two dogs had set off from Bembridge, but after suffering damage to their mast, the Gosport and Fareham Lifeboat set off to rescue them.
What a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Isle of Wight heritage. This year is the 50th anniversary of the first flight of the Britten-Norman Islander and celebrations take place this weekend at Bembridge airport.