PAUL Armfield sitting among the trees with his guitar - Alice Armfield
© Alice Armfield

Vectis Radio hosts a special fundraising event featuring local musicians and entertainers

Vectis Radio will host a special fundraising event next month, bringing together local musicians and entertainers for an evening of live performance.

The community radio station has organised the event to take place at The Riverside Centre in Newport on Friday 10th October 2025, starting at 6.30pm.

Musical line-up features Island talent
Paul Armfield (pictured above) and Ruby will take to the stage as part of the main musical programme.

Ben Stubbs (pictured below) also joins the musical acts, alongside popular local bands Blackfoot Daisy and Baron Fortitude.

Varied entertainment programme
The evening will offer more than just music, with magician Huxley providing entertainment between the main acts.

Comedian Martyn Bonner will bring laughs to the audience throughout the evening.

Burlesque Chair Dancers will add theatrical flair to the diverse entertainment programme.

Accessible venue
The Riverside Centre on Newport’s high street will provide the setting for the fundraiser.

Organisers have confirmed that a licensed cash bar will operate throughout the evening.

Free parking will be available for all attendees at the PO30 2QR venue.

Ticket information
Tickets cost £15 each and supporters can book them through the Ticket Source website.

The fundraiser represents an opportunity for Islanders to support their local radio station while enjoying an evening of varied entertainment.