Isle of Wight council to receive £1.6 million to deal with potholes in latest Government announcement
3, February 2024·1 min readHistoric Isle of Wight Steam Railway crane shortlisted for prestigious awardHistoric crane vies for recognition at Heritage Railway Association Awards
28, January 2024·3 min readRail replacement buses in effect during February half term for rail upgrades between Southampton and PortsmouthIf you are planning to use the trains on the Mainland during half term, take note of these changes
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
12, January 2024·1 min readNetwork Rail’s call to demolish at-risk bungalow near Isle of Wight rail tracksDemolition sought for Sandown bungalow to stop potential railway landslip
3, January 2024·10 min readUrgent calls for Ventnor railway reinstatement as town faces geological threatsRejection of Shanklin-Ventnor railway bid ignites debate on Ventnor's geology and future
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
22, December 2023·2 min readNo trains to run on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, confirms South Western RailwayChristmas is a time when family members often return to the Island and rely on the rail network. Be aware of these changes to the rail timetable
5, December 2023·1 min readIsle of Wight’s Island Line among those affected in widespread railway strike actionIsle of Wight's Island Line among those affected in widespread railway strike action
28, November 2023·1 min readNew pedestrian walkway on Ryde Pier temporarily closes again for interchange worksRecently opened Ryde Pier walkway closed again for interchange works until later in December
26, November 2023·3 min readProject 483: Classic 1990s look for former Island Line trainLondon Transport Traction Group launches Project 483, revamping iconic Island Line trains. Here's how you can help
31, October 2023·1 min readVictory for rail passengers: UK Government abandons ticket office closure proposalsGovernment retracts plans to close ticket offices after TSSA-led campaign garners massive support
26, October 2023·1 min readIsland Line expected to be out of service for days following severe Isle of Wight rainfallHeavy rainfall suspends Island Line services between Ryde Pier Head and Shanklin - line expected to be out of action for days