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    Old photo of Victorians sitting on Ventnor seafront with Russian flag hoisted

    New production traces Ventnor’s connection to Russian intellectual history

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    Springwatch naturalist Lucy Lapwing to headline Cowes book event

    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

  • What’s On
    What's On

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

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    Old photo of Victorians sitting on Ventnor seafront with Russian flag hoisted

    New production traces Ventnor’s connection to Russian intellectual history

    Winter Gardens in the Sun August 2025

    Steering Group calls fresh meeting on Ventnor Winter Gardens

    lucy lapwing lying on the floor looking for bugs

    Springwatch naturalist Lucy Lapwing to headline Cowes book event

    Giant Lily Pads at Ventnor Botanic Garden

    Hidden gems at the Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival worth adding to your diary

    Plants and trees in Vernon Square

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

  • 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.

    lucy lapwing lying on the floor looking for bugs

    Springwatch naturalist Lucy Lapwing to headline Cowes book event

    Giant Lily Pads at Ventnor Botanic Garden

    Hidden gems at the Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival worth adding to your diary

    Wendy Welsford's Doomsday Clock made with nurdles

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

  • Community
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    Cowes heritage group secures future after volunteers answer appeal for help

    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

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

  • News
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    What Isle of Wight councillors declared on their register of interests

    Winter Gardens in the Sun August 2025

    Steering Group calls fresh meeting on Ventnor Winter Gardens

    lucy lapwing lying on the floor looking for bugs

    Springwatch naturalist Lucy Lapwing to headline Cowes book event

    Outside the beckford centre

    Cowes heritage group secures future after volunteers answer appeal for help

    Giant Lily Pads at Ventnor Botanic Garden

    Hidden gems at the Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival worth adding to your diary

    Jack sitting on the beach pointing to some old steel rails

    Wight Wanderer YouTuber searches for clues to Atherfield’s forgotten coastal tramway

    Start of major wildfire in Sandown

    Hampshire and Isle of Wight outdoor fires rise 54% as FBU warns staffing has not kept pace with climate risks

    A carer holding the hand of a patient

    County Hall to face adult social care questions after CQC inspection finds assessment delays and care plan weaknesses

    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

    The unused restaurant at the end of Totland Pier

    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

  • 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.

    Jack sitting on the beach pointing to some old steel rails

    Wight Wanderer YouTuber searches for clues to Atherfield’s forgotten coastal tramway

    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

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Isle of Wight News

For up-to-date news from across the Isle of Wight, we report on the issues that affect you.

We always welcome story leads from our readers. If you’ve got a story lead, or have news to share with our readers, get in touch.

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13, April 2026·1 min read

Isle of Wight businesses urged to check rateable values after national revaluation

Isle of Wight businesses urged to check rateable values following national property revaluation
WightAID founder Geoff Underwood, WightAID trustee Brian Marriott, a representative from The Parenting Network, Steve Double from Operation Geranium , a representative from The Ickle Pickles Children Charity, donor/supporter Lisa Butler, of Rouse Ltd, a representative of Forever Wild at Heart, WightAID trustee Steve Porter, and the Wroxall Woollies
13, April 2026·3 min read

WightAID awards more than £13,500 to six Isle of Wight good causes in 2026 opener

Six Isle of Wight organisations share £13,500 in WightAID's first 2026 grant round.
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12, April 2026·3 min read

Age UK Isle of Wight helps fulfil Barry’s lifelong wish to meet an owl

Age UK Isle of Wight volunteer scheme helps isolated man fulfil lifelong owl wish
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12, April 2026·1 min read

Isle of Wight children to benefit from £200,000 summer holiday food and activity programme

Over £200,000 secured to fund free summer activities and meals for Island children
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12, April 2026·2 min read

Free Covid vaccine and health checks coming to Isle of Wight communities this spring

Free drop-in health clinics and Covid vaccines are coming to Island communities
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11, April 2026·2 min read

Bembridge environmental day brings together Island conservation groups and climate documentary screening

Bembridge Parish Council hosts an environmental awareness day featuring conservation groups and another screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing documentary
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11, April 2026·1 min read

Ryde shoppers greeted with carrots and chocolate in Youth Trust mental health outreach

Young Isle of Wight volunteers walked carrots through Ryde this week to promote mental health awareness
Sam the Sandown Clown statue
10, April 2026·3 min read

BBC Sounds and Cease to Exist podcasts both turn their attention to All Colours Sam – the Sandown Clown

New investigations revisit the 1973 Sandown Clown encounter that still puzzles researchers
David Baker at Vectis Radio
10, April 2026·2 min read

Vectis Radio set to launch on DAB with Isle of Wight community figure pressing the button

Vectis Radio launches on DAB Saturday 18th April, with Dave Baker pressing the button
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10, April 2026·2 min read

See who is running in your ward for the Isle of Wight Council elections (updated)

Isle of Wight Council has published the full list of local election candidates
Sir Derek Jacobi CBE and Rich March
10, April 2026·2 min read

Sir Derek Jacobi to headline Cowes Fringe 2026 in aid of Mountbatten Isle of Wight

Cowes Fringe returns in 2026 with nine events spanning theatre, music and community
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10, April 2026·2 min read

Healthwatch report reveals Isle of Wight residents’ concerns over GP and dental access

The latest Healthwatch Isle of Wight report highlights resident concerns over GP, dentistry and mental health services
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