Winter Wonderland market this Sunday kicks off four weeks of festive celebrations in Ventnor (updated)
Storm Bert likely to bring strong winds and disruption to cross-Solent travel: Met Office issues weather warning
29, November 2023·1 min readTop honours for Southern Vectis as parent company wins at UK Bus AwardsSouthern Vectis rejoices as parent company wins UK Bus Operator of the Year
12, December 2023·1 min readPublic transport diverted in Ventnor, shuttle service introduced by Southern VectisRoad closures disrupt public transport to and from Ventnor. Shuttle service in force
14, December 2023·1 min readSouthern Vectis restores Route 3 services to Upper Ventnor with new detourRoute 3 bus service resumes to Upper Ventnor despite local road disruptions
20, December 2023·2 min readIsle of Wight could see new electric buses if grant approved – but you’ll have to wait until February 2026If the funding is approved the new buses are expected to arrive in February 2026
3, January 2024·1 min readHave your say on Isle of Wight bus and rail services at upcoming public meetingAttend the free public meeting and put your point of view to representatives from Isle of Wight council, Island Line and Southern Vectis
11, January 2024·2 min readSouthern Vectis partners with Mountbatten for charity support in 2024-2025Mountbatten and Southern Vectis collaborate for compassionate care fundraising
17, January 2024·1 min readLocal baby bank receives key support from Southern Vectis community fundBaby Box charity receives crucial support from Southern Vectis for struggling families
18, January 2024·1 min readLetter: Free public transport to help combat global warming suggested by transport expertExperienced transport operator suggests free public transport on the Isle of Wight in a bid to help reduce the unnecessary burning of fossil fuels
31, January 2024·1 min readIsle of Wight Council seeks feedback on proposed School Transport Policy changesCouncil launches public consultation on changes affecting school transport services on the Island. Have your say
9, February 2024·7 min readSouthern Vectis optimistic despite commuter numbers still below pre-Covid levelsAre you a bus user? Read News OnTheWight's report from the recent Isle of Wight Bus and Rail Users Group meeting
11, February 2024·1 min readLetter: Plea for Route 1 bus to stop directly at hospital entranceResident urges authorities to consider better bus access for hospital patients
15, February 2024·1 min readRural Isle of Wight to benefit from extended late-night bus servicesIsle of Wight council to enhance public transport with extra buses and continued late services on rural routes