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Bembridge Christmas fair
On Saturday 17th December Father Christmas will be paying a visit to Bembridge. Starting outside Lane end shops at 12pm with his helpers he will then make his way around the village at 12.45 and event...
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Reasons to holiday on the Isle Of Wight
1. Stunning beaches
With miles of award winning coastline, a trip to the beach is an essential part of your Isle Of Wight holiday. Whilst we associate spending our time at the beach, the Island benef...
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Looking Back at the Isle of Wight, October 20, 2017
Ten years ago: St Helens Parish Council believed a hand-carved welcome sign was stolen by a visitor to the IW. The road sign was one of three erected in May and was taken in the early hours ...
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Isle of Wight chosen to host UK Pride event
The Isle of Wight has been chosen to host the second UK Pride event.
The island beat five other bids to hold the festival, which celebrates the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.
Or...
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ZTAM ARTS’ SHOWCASE OF LOCAL TALENT AT EARL MOUNTBATTEN
Earl Mountbatten Hospice in Newport is this month welcoming Ztam Arts, which is holding its first exhibition throughout October in the hospice’s art gallery.
The exhibition features a host of...
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ALL ABOARD FOR THE CLASSIC BUSES, BEER AND WALKS WEEKEND
The Isle of Wight Classic Buses, Beer and Walks Weekend returns for a fourth year in just under 2 weeks’ time on 14th and 15th October.
A collaboration between the Island’s branch of CA...
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UK weather: Three month Indian summer will make autumn hotter than summer in 'once every 60 years event'
Forecasters say summer weather has been shifted from August to September with temperatures hitting a sweltering 32C
A three month Indian summer is heading our way ...
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WIGHTLINK LAUNCHES ‘SOUNDS OF SUMMER’ PLAYLIST COMPETITION
To celebrate the start of the holidays, Wightlink has launched a competition to find the soundtracks to our Isle of Wight summer memories.
The ferry company will be giving away 5 pairs of Sony Blueto...
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WHAT TO SEE AND DO AT LENDY COWES WEEK
Of course, Lendy Cowes Week would not take place if it were not for the sailing regatta and the on the water competition between yachts and yacht clubs. However, for visitors to Cowes who li...
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CELEBRATIONS AS THE SHANKLIN BREEZER RETURNS FOR THE SUMMER SEASON 1st July 2017
Children from St Blasius CofE Primary Academy had the chance to preview the much-anticipated Shanklin Breezer recently, when they accompanied the Mayor to launch the bus service for the Summer season....
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HUNDREDS DASH AND SPLASH TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CHARITY 1st July 2017
Fundraisers dashed along the sands and around, through or over 43 groynes between Shanklin and Yaverland this morning (Saturday) as part of Dash and Splash 2017.
The event began at the old Shanklin P...
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NEW RECORD SET IN ROUND THE ISLAND RACE 1st July 2017
A NEW record was set in the Round the Island Race.
After a flying start in favourable winds by the MOD70 Concise 10, with rapid progress down the back of the Island, it crossed the line in 2hrs 22m...
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Rod Stewart to headline Isle of Wight Festival 2017 By Lorraine White Monday, November 28, 2016
THE legendary Rod Stewart will headline Sunday at next year's Isle of Wight Festival.
In a UK festival exclusive, organisers this morning (Monday) confirmed Rod will close next year's Seaclose Park e...
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Isle of Wight writer's script set for big screen By Jon Moreno Friday, November 25, 2016
A MYSTERIOUS true tale of the disappearance of three Scottish lighthouse keepers, which has been transformed into a script co-written by a Cowes actor, is getting the Hollywood treatment.
Island-born...
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Two Isle of Wight war memorials listed By Joanna Hunt Tuesday, November 22, 2016
TWO Isle of Wight war memorials have been listed by Historic England.
It comes as part of Historic England’s pledge to protect 2,500 memorials by 2018, marking the centenary of the end of the F...
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Festive fun at Cowes Christmas lights switch-on
CHRISTMAS lights covered Cowes in a sea of colour on Saturday 19th November.
Special guest Lady Sally Grylls, the mother of survival expert Bear Grylls, switched on the lights as families g...
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Work to improve Isle of Wight nature spot By Ross Findon Monday, November 21, 2016
BIG changes are coming to the Pan Mill Meadows nature reserve in Newport.
The managing body, Gift to Nature, has leased more land from the Isle of Wight Council and has also secured funding...
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Lights of Love services on the Isle of Wight By a County Press Reporter Sunday, November 20, 2016
COMMUNITIES across the Isle of Wight will be come together in memory of lost loved ones at the Light of Love services next month.
Throughout December, a total of 17 services will be held in aid of Ea...
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Bembridge Harbour food festival 2016
‘Bembridge Harbour Food Festival 2015’ taking place over the weekend of Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 October 2015 at many locations throughout the villages of Bembridge and St ...
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HOLLYWOOD actor and education campaigner Henry Winkler visited the Isle of Wight today
Fans turn out for Fonz
By Thomas Seal
Friday, September 26, 2014
Henry Winkler, aka The Fonz, signing an autograph for Charlie Sandford, 11, left, and Tyler Peters, 12, centre.
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Mod mania on the Isle of Wight
Mod mania on the Isle of Wight
By Jon Moreno
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
The scooter rally, part of the Isle of Wight International Scooter Weekend, arrives in Sandown. Picture by...
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Cowes Week: Eyes on the skies
Cowes Week: Eyes on the skies — readers' pictures
By a County Press reporter
Monday, August 11, 2014
The Red Arrows at Cowes Week 2014. Picture courtesy of Ricky Ashanollah.
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IOW Car deck on ferry collapses
Car deck on ferry collapses
By Matthew McKew
Saturday, July 19, 2014
Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service at the scene after a Wightlink car ferry deck collapsed. Picture cour...
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Ross Noble's Isle of Wight Adventure
Ross Noble's Isle of Wight adventure
By Thomas Seal
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Ross Noble (centre) filming on the Isle of Wight for the Dave series Freewheeling.Picture by Robin Crossley...
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Round the Island Race
Team Richard Mille takes line honours in Round the Island Race
By Martin Neville
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Team Richard Mille was first across the line in the Round the Island Race 20...
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Spectacular aerobatics for Armed Forces Day
Spectacular aerobatics for Armed Forces Day
By Martin Neville
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Royal British Legion members march past with the Lord Lieutenant of the IW, Maj Gen Martin Whit...
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Titchmarsh launces villa's new plantation
Titchmarsh launches villa’s new plantation
By Jon Moreno
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Former Isle of Wight high sheriff Alan Titchmarsh opens the cobnut plantation at Brading Roman...
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Isle of Wight Festival: Latest travel info and news
Isle of Wight Festival: Latest travel info and news
By a County Press reporter
Friday, June 13, 2014
Music fans arrive at the Isle of Wight Festival. Picture by Robin Crossley....
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Isle of Wight Festival: Island talent's chance to shine
Isle of Wight Festival: Island talent's chance to shine
By Ross Findon
Monday, June 9, 2014
The Naked Fridays will be among the acts performing on the Platform One stage at the Isle...
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Island of adventures advert released
Island of adventures advert released
By Ross Findon
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
A NEW television advert promoting the Isle of Wight has been created by Visit Isle of Wight.
The v...
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Waving the flag for Isle of Wight beaches
Waving the flag for Isle of Wight beaches
By a County Press reporter
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Yaverland beach is one of the Isle of Wight beaches to win a Blue Flag award.Picture by Ro...
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Nab Tower is not what it used to be
Nab Tower is not what it used to be
By Martin Neville
Sunday, May 11, 2014
Work continues on the Nab Tower to reduce its size. Picture by Bryan Jones.
ISLANDERS may be scrat...
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Hollywood gives Isle of Wight attraction a boost
Hollywood gives Isle of Wight attraction a boost
By a County Press reporter
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
The audience had the chance to get up close to some of the prehistoric stars at th...
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The sky's the limit for filmmaker
The sky's the limit for filmmaker
By Ross Findon
Wednesday, April 30, 2014
A still from the film by Seb Godsmark.
A FILMMAKER has reached new heights when it comes to capturing t...
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Bestival goes back to its roots
Bestival goes back to its roots
By a County Press reporter
Monday, April 28, 2014
Toddla T will be among the acts heading to the Isle of Wight for the Reggae Roots stage at Bestival...
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Wight horses captured in award winning surf photos
Wight horses captured in award-winning surf photos
By David Newble
Monday, April 21, 2014
Jason Swain’s picture of winter surfing, above, won a top photography competition.
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Easter activities this weekend
Easter activities this weekend
By Ross Findon
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Decorating egg cups for Easter at Chessel Pottery.
FROM Easter Egg hunts and spring lambs to craft workshop...
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Good news for Isle of Wight Beaches
Good news for Isle of Wight beaches
By Ross Findon
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Totland Bay, one of the Isle of Wight Beaches to reach the highest standard according to the Good Beach Gu...
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Festival hopes to make waves
Festival hopes to make waves
By Matthew McKew
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Front left, Ann Hutchins with Linda Chester and Holly Kirby, back left, Rachel Flynn with David Thornton, Maddy...
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Marine conservation meeting with minister
Marine conservation meeting with minister
By Ross Findon
Thursday, April 10, 2014
A map showing the possible sites for Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) around the Isle of Wight.
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Art Brought in on the Tide at Quar Abbey
Art brought in on the tide By Richard WrightFriday, April 4, 2014 Art brought in on the tide One of Penelope Walford’s art works on show at Quarr Abbey. ART FOR Lost at Sea read Found at Sea &md...
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Cyclists can now catch the bus on the Isle of Wight
Cyclists can now catch the bus
By County Press reporter
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
At the launch of Southern Vectis's bike friendly bus are, from left, Tanja Rebel, Steve Goodman, Val...
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Mitch Winehouse set for Isle of Wight Literary Festival
Mitch Winehouse set for Isle of Wight Literary Festival
By a County Press reporter
Friday, March 28, 2014
Amy Winehouse on stage at the Isle of Wight Festival in 2007. Picture ...
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Seal approval on Ventnor Beach
Seal of approval from beach visitor
By Ross Findon
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
The seal on Ventnor beach. All pictures courtesy of Arron Swaffer.
AN UNUSUAL visitor caused a s...
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Acoustic Isle
Acoustic Isle 2014
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Priory Bay Head Chef Oliver Stephens will be showcasing Island produce
Priory Bay Chef To Showcase Island Produce
Tue, 11 March 2014 8:00AM
Priory Bay head chef Oliver Stephens will be showcasing Island produce at two food demos in Bournemouth and London this month.
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Commonwealth Flag Raised Over the Isle of Wight
Commonwealth Flag Raised Over Isle of Wight
By Lucy MorganMon, 10 March 2014 11:45AM
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Little Mix and Tom Jones at Osborne House this summer
Little Mix and Tom Jones for Osborne spectacular
By a County Press reporter
Friday, February 28, 2014
Little Mix will be performing on the Isle of Wight. From left to right Perrie, ...
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High Times for Isle of Wight hot air balloon challenge
High times for Isle of Wight hot air balloon challenge
By a County Press reporter
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Around 20 hot air balloons are expected to take part in the Snows Isle o...
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More Isle of Wight Festival Acts revealed 2014
Suede, Fall Out Boy, Katy B, Tom Odel, Ella Eyre and Boy George are among the latest acts revealed for the Isle of Wight Festival 2014.
Also joining the line Seaclose Park line up in June is The Pret...
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Isle of Wight in Liberty Print
Isle Of Wight In Liberty Print
Mon, 17 February 2014 11:24AM - Iconic lsle of Wight scenes feature in the new season's fabrics at Liberty of London. Read More »
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Cycling stars raise thousands
Cycling stars raise thousands
By a County Press reporter
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
The Isle of Wight Cycling Festival has raised £34,000 for good causes. Picture by La...
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Stormy weekend: latest travel news and updates
Stormy weekend: Latest travel news and updates
By a County Press reporter
Sunday, February 9, 2014
Waves smash into the sea wall at Freshwater Bay. More bad weather and rough seas a...
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Stormy weekend: Latest travel news and updates
Stormy weekend: Latest travel news and updates
By a County Press reporter
Friday, February 7, 2014
Waves smash into the sea wall at Freshwater Bay. More bad weather and rough seas a...
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Wind and rain
Wind and rain: Readers' pictures
By a County Press reporter
Thursday, February 6, 2014
a huge wave crashes into the Albion Hotel at Freshwater Bay. Picture by Sam Scadgell ...
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Businessmen lead bid to take over Wightlink Ferries
Wightlink said it was unusual for a group to "conduct such business via the local media"
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Bid for 'better ferries' launch
Bid for ‘better ferries’ launch
By Martin Neville
Friday, January 17, 2014
A campaign has been launched to create a community interest company that could takeover Wightl...
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UKSA appointed official Cowes Week charity
UKSA appointed official Cowes Week charity
Youth sailing organisation UKSA has been appointed as the official charity of Cowes Week for the next two years.
Isle of Wight Radio
14 January 2014
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Time is running out to buy early bird Isle of Wight Festival tickets
Isle of Wight Festival: Time running out for early bird tickets
By Ross Findon
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Early bird tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival, featuring acts including ...
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Waves at Sandown 2014
Storm: Readers' gallery
By a County Press reporter
Monday, January 6, 2014
Waves crash into the sea wall at Freshwater Bay on Saturday. Picture courtesy of Anna Mustchin.
VI...
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Isle of Wight Press: A Set of Dinosaur-themed stamps featuring the work of an Isle of Wight Artist is to be issued by the Royal Mail.
Stamp of approval for dinosaur heritage
By a County Press reporter
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
The dinosaur stamps featuring the artwork of Isle of Wight artist John Sibbick. Imag...
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Could these five projects improve life in the UK?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-23587557
Bridge to the Isle of Wight
A hardy perennial of life in the Isle of Wight is the suggestion that a bridge to the mainland would be a go...
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BBC South Today visits the Isle of Wight
http://www.bbc.co.uk/i/b02xd74g/
Sally Taylor visits Bembridge and Brading Station - follow the link
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The abbey habit is growing, Isle of Wight County Press
The abbey habit is growing
By Richard Wright
Friday, May 3, 2013
Produce from Quarr Abbey. Picture by Matt Noyce.
GARDENINGIF EVER a project deserved to be blessed, it is Qu...
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Isle of Wight County Press Robert Thompson, Michelin starred chef leaves the Isle of Wight
Top chef talks about decision to leave
By Emily Pearce
Friday, April 12, 2013
Chef Robert Thompson, who is leaving the Isle of Wight.
MICHELIN-starred chef Robert Thompson has sa...
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Duke Durmont boards HMS Bestival 2013
Number One chart star Duke Dumont boards HMS Bestival
This week's number one chart star Duke Dumont has been added to the line-up for September's Bestival, appearing on a soon-to-be announced brand...
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Walk the Wight 2013
Walk The Wight 2013
For the fifth year running, Isle of Wight Radio is proud to be the official media partner of Walk The Wight - and registration is now OPEN!
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Isle of Wight Festival News
New treats for Festival-goers
By Ross Findon
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
ISLE of Wight Festival-goers looking for something a bit different are in for a treat this year.
There will be a...
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Marine Conservation Zones for Isle of Wight
Wildlife trust blasts Marine Conservation Zone decision
The short snouted seahorse can be found around the shores of Bembridge on the Isle of Wight
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Isle of Wight girl Daisy Morris has flying prehistoric beast named after her
Isle of Wight girl Daisy Morris has flying prehistoric beast named after her
The newly discovered creature is called Vectidraco daisymorrisae
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See us on the television...
You may be aware we recently took part in the Channel 4 television series 4 in a bed.
To see how we got on have a look at the video:
http://youtu.be/mz0q-Bj8YLg
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Channel 4 Four in a Bed
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Bestival Acts announced
Bestival acts announced
By Matthew McKew
Friday, February 28, 2014
Chase & Status will be playing on The Port Stage on Sunday night.
BIG NAMES have been announced for The Por...
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