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The Isle of Wight has a rich history of incredible creative talent. Home to famous poets, writers and photographers in the Victorian age, the talent is still strong today.

From artists and photographers to poets, theatre groups, live music and more, there is always something cultural to report on or feature. If we’ve written about it, this is where you’ll find it.

Montage of the 101 Terrible record sleeves montage

19, May 2023·1 min read

A decade of vinyl hunting: Mick Sumner reveals record sleeve art oddities in new book

Mick Sumner presents his unique book of bizarre record sleeve designs at Ventnor Exchange this Sunday

19, May 2023·1 min read

Music from the heart: The rich tapestry of Ben Stubbs’s fan-funded album, ‘Light of My Life’

Isle of Wight's Ben Stubbs unveils heartfelt, reflective album

19, May 2023·2 min read

Isle of Wight author delves into the shadows of wartime Britain in ‘The Wigwam Murder’

M J Trow re-examines the unsettling WWII Wigwam Murder in his compelling new book

19, May 2023·1 min read

Ventnor Fringe Festival 2023: Your ultimate summer cultural destination on the Isle of Wight

Ventnor Fringe Festival reveals eclectic lineup for 2023 - book now to secure your seats

19, May 2023·1 min read

Intriguing encounter with an elusive lesser spotted catshark: Theo Vickers’ latest Isle of Wight underwater adventure (updated)

Mesmerising night-time encounter with a lesser spotted catshark

Queen's Beasts Exhibition Montage of photos

19, May 2023·1 min read

Discover Shademakers’ artistry: Get up close to the Jubilee costumes

Did you see these amazing IW-made costumes at The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee pageant on TV? - You can now see their amazing detail in-person for two days