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    Art On Your Doorstep painting in Newport

    National Gallery’s Art On Your Doorstep trail brings 18 world-class paintings to Newport streets

    Dan Edelstyn and Hilary Powel of the Power Station project seen here during their 28 days living on the family house in London, 25th November 2022

    Community energy film Power Station comes to Ryde with open forum for local projects

    Heidi Perks standing on a beach

    Psychological suspense author brings Isle of Wight-set thriller to Cowes bookshop this June

    Josef Krista concert

    Cowes-raised composer Josef Krista hears his work performed by Philharmonic Orchestra

    Nude life drawing of woman laying on bed

    Isle of Wight Open Studios: Rachel Clare and Teresa Grimaldi open new Bonchurch venue

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    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.

    Art On Your Doorstep painting in Newport

    National Gallery’s Art On Your Doorstep trail brings 18 world-class paintings to Newport streets

    Dan Edelstyn and Hilary Powel of the Power Station project seen here during their 28 days living on the family house in London, 25th November 2022

    Community energy film Power Station comes to Ryde with open forum for local projects

    PS Medway Queen at Gillingham Pier

    Medway Queen Club marks 60 years with East Cowes book signing

    children playing at Newport Roman villa

    Roman half term fun at Newport Villa marks 100 years since landmark Isle of Wight discovery

    Heidi Perks standing on a beach

    Psychological suspense author brings Isle of Wight-set thriller to Cowes bookshop this June

  • Community
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    Ryde rescue crew in boat on water

    Sign up for the Lifeboat Lotto to support our local independent lifeboat – and win cash

    illustration of people buying things from a garden sale

    Preloved treasures and village charm on offer at St Lawrence Spring Sale Trail

    Mountbatten nurses and carers celebrate winning gold at the Smiley Charity Film Awards 2026

    Mountbatten Isle of Wight wins gold at national charity film awards thanks to public vote

    Freshwater Lifeboat crew and boat

    Join the Lifeboat Lotto for your chance to win up to £5,000

    yarmouth gig holding the oar

    Yarmouth Gig Rowing Club to carry 12-foot oar across the Isle of Wight for Walk the Wight

  • News
    News
    Stephen Kinnock MP and Richard Quigley MP

    NHS dentistry on the Isle of Wight improving as new measures expand access and capacity

    A field flooded in the winter in Gunville

    Fishing club warns Alvington Manor View homes face flood risk from diverted stream

    three children out on a walk in country holding hands

    Isle of Wight Council calls for more foster carers during Foster Care Fortnight 2026

    Art On Your Doorstep painting in Newport

    National Gallery’s Art On Your Doorstep trail brings 18 world-class paintings to Newport streets

    PS Medway Queen at Gillingham Pier

    Medway Queen Club marks 60 years with East Cowes book signing

    GP giving consultation to patient

    NHS asks Isle of Wight residents to help shape future urgent care services in new survey

    children playing at Newport Roman villa

    Roman half term fun at Newport Villa marks 100 years since landmark Isle of Wight discovery

    Red Funnel awards winners with their trophies and certificates

    Red Funnel opens public voting for 2026 Isle of Wight Awards

    the front of county hall

    UNISON welcomes Isle of Wight pension policy as Palestine solidarity group raises scrutiny concerns

    Daffodils outside County Hall in Newport by Simon Haytack

    What happens next for Isle of Wight Council after no overall control election result

    Heidi Perks standing on a beach

    Psychological suspense author brings Isle of Wight-set thriller to Cowes bookshop this June

    road closed sign laying flat on the road

    Daytime closure of road between Brading and Ryde this week

    Josef Krista concert

    Cowes-raised composer Josef Krista hears his work performed by Philharmonic Orchestra

    illustration of people buying things from a garden sale

    Preloved treasures and village charm on offer at St Lawrence Spring Sale Trail

    The shoreline at Osborne Estate

    King Charles hears Isle of Wight coast path concerns from leading rambler

    Black and white photo of a man at the work bence in the factory by Derrick Saines

    Former Ronson lighter factory workers invited to share memories at Newport reunion

  • 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.

    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

    roadworks on fairlee road

    Councillor calls for full committee review of Isle of Wight roadworks disruption

    Lane closed on start of Fairlee Road

    Visit Isle of Wight CEO warns roadworks crisis is causing measurable damage to Island businesses

    Dementia UK cheque presentation

    Dementia UK leaders visit Isle of Wight as Hovertravel backs Admiral Nurse fundraising

    car loading on to the floating bridge on the first day of service

    Letter: ‘Temu’ Floating Bridge 6 wastes £1 million a year of your council money

    roadworks sign

    Councillor Price reassures residents over access during Fairlee Road roadworks

    Roadworks lights and signs

    Councillor questions Fairlee Road diversion plan as two-week closure looms

    General highway maintenance signage

    Fairlee Road to close for two weeks from 20th April for utility works

    Ryde Pier Head train station canopy

    Asbestos canopy among works proposed for Ryde Pier Head station (updated)

    Karl Love with the hovercraft propellor

    Isle of Wight councillor shares story behind hovercraft propeller plan for East Cowes

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Paul Knights Camera at Castlehaven Bay with surfers in the background
16, March 2023·1 min read

Get your adrenaline pumping with Paul Knights’ incredible surfing and foils short film

Check out Paul Knights' latest short film featuring surfers and windsurfing legends enjoying the waves at Niton
Brothers Champion - Champs - on snowy hill by Milly Cope
18, January 2023·4 min read

Recognise these Islanders appearing in brand new CHAMPS video?

The latest single from the long-awaited fourth CHAMPS album comes out today, joined by a music video shot with 'the boys' from Ventnor (not just Mike and Dave) and a date for the album release
Dave and Mike Champion
23, November 2022·1 min read

CHAMPS release My Baby Lorraine, second single from long-awaited fourth album

Yet another cracker from the Champion brothers' yet-to-be-released fourth album. Bravo!
portsmouth magistrates court
14, November 2022·1 min read

Man charged after allegedly threatening taxi driver with knife

The Niton man has appeared at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court this morning
Undercliff Drive - Standing as close as I could get to the fence
11, October 2022·4 min read

Closure of Undercliff Drive footpath: ‘It’s inevitable that somebody walking is going to get hit’ say residents (photos)

Residents say the closure of the footpath will lead to someone walking, cycling or riding on the road being hit by a car or van
Undercliff cycle route
31, August 2022·1 min read

Success for Cycling campaigners as Undercliff now signposted as leisure route

The perseverance of George Wilks and the CycleWight advocacy group has paid off, as signage for the Undercliff as a leisure route goes up
Races and tug of war events
7, June 2022·2 min read

Jubilee celebrations see new record set in Niton’s Mackerel Run

Villagers made their way to the football 'fairground' for an afternoon of family fun celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee
Magistrates court sign outside building
26, April 2022·1 min read

Crown Court appearance for Niton woman following fatal collision with motorcycle

The woman is accused of causing death by careless driving
football in goal net
6, April 2022·2 min read

Niton Football Club plans to return to village pitch, but with temporary changing facilities

The only sustainable solution for club’s future is to return to the Niton pitch and build temporary changing facilities, which the developer never provided
Opening frame from Ghost trees of gore cliff
30, March 2022·1 min read

Watch: The Ghost Trees of Gore Cliff – Haunting beauty of the Niton and Blackgang undercliff

Stop what you're doing for five minutes and watch this beautiful video shot in the Niton and Blackgang undercliff. Make sure you have sound on for full effect
Bridge Cottage from Old Blackgang Road
18, March 2022·3 min read

Refused: Retrospective permission for unauthorised buildings in AONB and on edge of special conservation areas

The home owner claimed the industrial-looking garages were for his "significant collection of classic cars and motorbikes", but planning officers say they have an adverse effect on the AONB, SSSI and SAC. Full details within
Bridge Cottage from Old Blackgang Road
7, February 2022·5 min read

Isle of Wight council planning failures the subject of Ombudsman’s damning report

The Ombudsman has heavily criticised Isle of Wight council planning officers for a catalogue of failures which allowed development in an internationally-recognised protected conservation area
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