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    Isle of Wight writer Joe Bone lands script for Mackenzie Crook’s debut feature film

    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

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

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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

    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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    Organisers of the skate art auction

    Freshwater skatepark fundraiser passes £7,000 mark after skate deck art auction

    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

  • News
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    joe bone portrait

    Isle of Wight writer Joe Bone lands script for Mackenzie Crook’s debut feature film

    Organisers of the skate art auction

    Freshwater skatepark fundraiser passes £7,000 mark after skate deck art auction

    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

  • 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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Film

The Isle of Wight can boast several film festivals, as well as a handful of film societies and interest groups.

We have many filmmakers living and working on the Island, taking inspiration from their surroundings. With two mainstream cinemas and several venues showing arthouse films, there is something for everyone.

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11, March 2024·2 min read

Savage Waters screening, plus Wight Trash films and live music at Skatepark and Pump Track charity night

Local community hosts fundraiser for Freshwater's anticipated Skatepark and Pump track
Exploring Chernobyl in the winter
10, March 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight filmmaker premieres ‘Exploring Chernobyl: A stalker’s unseen journey inside the Exclusion Zone’

A 35-minute documentary by Isle of Wight filmmaker provides a rare look at Chernobyl's ghostly winter landscape
Black and white group shot of people connected to Mountbatten
5, March 2024·2 min read

Mountbatten’s impactful film ‘Your Mountbatten Stories’ shortlisted for prestigious accolades

Mountbatten shortlisted for the Smiley Charity Film Awards with their touching film
Artist's impression of Medina Studios
28, February 2024·1 min read

Medina Studios project progresses, with Isle of Wight council anticipating April proposal

Medina Studios project shows positive momentum, with firm proposal due this April
Ventnor Fringe Festival - crowds in the park
1, February 2024·1 min read

Ventnor Fringe Festival 2024 invites artists to register for its summer event

Be part of the diverse creative explosion at Ventnor Fringe Festival 2024. Artist registrations now open
Portraits of Charles Dickens
28, January 2024·2 min read

Celebrating Dickens’ legacy in technicolour at the Isle of Wight’s Dimbola Museum

Next month Dimbola Museum and Galleries launches "Technicolour Dickens," merging Victorian photography with literary legacy
Red curtain
25, January 2024·3 min read

Ventnor Film Society’s spring programme: From English documentaries to Bollywood drama

Engage with world cultures through film at Ventnor Film Society this spring
Erin Avey, Mollie-Louise Scriver, Ruben Chiverton and Megan Stisted
22, December 2023·2 min read

Young Isle of Wight filmmakers shine at Picture the Music competition, dedicated to Peter Cramp

New filmmakers triumph at Picture the Music Awards dedicated to the late Peter Cramp
Person with camcorder in hand against a blue sky
18, December 2023·1 min read

Peter Cramp Awards set to recognise inspiring filmmakers in Ventnor: Picture the Music

Ventnor Arts Club plays host to a celebration of emerging Isle of Wight filmmakers with Picture the Music awards
lord of the flies style desert island
8, November 2023·1 min read

Casting call opens for boys aged 10-13 to star in TV adaptation of ‘Lord of the Flies’

No previous acting experience is required and shooting is set to begin in Australia from April 2024
Jack and Eleanor
7, November 2023·1 min read

Isle of Wight’s forgotten tracks: Jack and Eleanor’s Wight Wanderer Series comes to an end (update)

The YouTube Series explored disused Isle of Wight railways, uncovering hidden historic beauty. Catch up with the archive
People working in a film studio
7, November 2023·1 min read

Medina Studios: Plans for brand new Isle of Wight film and tv production studio moves forward

Isle of Wight's Medina Studios vision on track, promising local employment surge
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