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Ventnor is an absolute jewel. A beautiful area that has, since the Victorians discovered its magic been loved by those who have been lucky enough to find it.

Known for years as a centre for arts on the Isle of Wight, of late it’s become a Mecca for food lovers, with some of the best restaurants on the Island being gathered in this single town.

Its beach is a delight, held within an arced cove, with a mixture of golden sand and shingle. For those on the beach, food, drinks and ice cream needs are met by a wide selection of businesses along the Esplanade.

23, January 2019·3 min read

Ventnor Film Society announce their Spring Season of films

It's not long until the Ventnor Film Society returns with their new programme of recent award-winning films from the UK and around the world. Check out the listings to see what takes your fancy.

Champion brothers Mike and Dave sitting on stage with blue curtain behind them

22, January 2019·1 min read

Isle of Wight band, CHAMPS, drop two new tracks on us today

It's been long-awaited, so CHAMPS have treated us to not one, but two new tracks today. Check out the Isle of Wight band's latest tracks, both recorded on the Island, as well as the music video that was filmed on Ventnor Downs.

18, January 2019·1 min read

Dementia residents woken up as early as 4.30am, say CQC

Although the Ventnor care home was found to 'require improvement' in four areas it was found to be 'good' for care and the management say it is fully committed to working with the CQC.

18, January 2019·1 min read

Rugby: Ventnor kept the pressure on against league leaders

Ventnor's first team kept the pressure on throughout the game, but it wasn't to be. A great effort made by all against top-of-the-league, Ellingham and Ringwood.

15, January 2019·1 min read

Another prestigious award for Isle of Wight comedy writer

Online comedy has meant she can do her own thing and make her own opportunities, says Isle of Wight writer, Hannah George, who last night picked up a Writers' Guild Award.

8, January 2019·1 min read

Modernisation plans for local Post Office (updated)

The Post Office will be undergoing a full refurbishment and once re-opened will offer extended opening hours.

4, January 2019·1 min read

Join the Hash House Harriers this Sunday for their first trail of 2019

Leave grown-up behaviour behind this Sunday to join the Hash House Harriers on their latest trail where you can enjoy free beer and food, good company and beautiful views. Details within.

ventnor skatepark - gravity skatepark design

3, January 2019·1 min read

2019 could see the first modern concrete skatepark for the Isle of Wight

This year could be the one that sees a permanent concrete skatepark built on Ventnor's seafront. Who knows, with skateboarding now added to the 2020 Olympics, an Isle of Wight concrete skatepark could be the making of future Olympians.

Undercliff lack of signage from Niton 640

2, January 2019·4 min read

Poor signage, incorrect SatNav data and property damage on Undercliff Drive

At meetings about Undercliff Drive the resounding opinion was that signage is woefully inadequate and needs to be resolved without delay. Residents say they’ve been met by a wall of silence from Isle of Wight council and in the meantime all properties have suffered damage.

26, December 2018·1 min read

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