Isle of Wight Observer
Mal Butler
Island bears star in London exhibition
Two rescued bears, from the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, are taking centre stage at a major London exhibition exploring sustainable design.…
Read MoreNational recognition for Vectis volunteers
Vectis RFC are celebrating the recognition of club members, Bex Edmonds and Ben Cooper, at the 2026 Looseheadz Awards ceremony.…
Read MoreA traditional Christmas at Character Inns
The festive season is approaching, and three of the Isle of Wight’s traditional pubs are preparing to welcome families, friends,…
Read MoreDarker tales return to haunt the Island
Ten more spine-chilling tales for younger children, by author Peter Murray, titled ‘The Even Darker Side of Wight’, have been…
Read MoreAn night filled with Nutcracker magic
Crown Ballet will bring The Nutcracker to Shanklin Theatre, on Thursday, November 19, at 7.30pm, as part of Amande Concerts’…
Read MoreCharity dash attracts record Island turnout
A record-breaking crowd of more than 700 took part in the fifth Island ‘Dash in the Dark’, at Robin Hill…
Read MoreRyde unites to defeat the legendary Kraken
Hundreds of people filled the streets of Ryde as Ship of Hope transformed Cross Street into a spectacular celebration of…
Read MoreSea Gels will make a splash
The Isle of Wight’s Sea Gels Shanty Band are heading to Mevagissey Shanty Festival, to perform traditional sea shanties and…
Read MorePink and blue lights remember lost babies
The Isle of Wight Council will light up a memorial chalet at the Crematorium, in pink and blue to remember…
Read MoreCushty night raises cash for Island cats
Cats Protection volunteer, Sarah Burridge, turned Binstead into Peckham last week, by hosting an Only Fools and Horses-themed quiz night…
Read MoreRyde juniors race at Itchen regatta
Junior crews from Ryde Rowing Club competed in Itchen Imperial Rowing Club’s Junior Regatta on Saturday, over a short 450-metre…
Read MoreIsle of Wight planning applications: 9th Oct 2026
See full planning notices and all documents by entering the reference number into the search bar on the planning portal.…
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Read MoreGodshill road works to begin
Island Roads will begin a major scheme to improve the main road through Godshill next month, following consultation with the…
Read MoreBrave the bricks for Mountbatten
Mountbatten Isle of Wight is inviting Islanders to brave the bricks, as the Island’s first Lego Walk comes to Robin…
Read MoreNewport art trail set to leave this month
Island residents are being encouraged to enjoy a major national art exhibition one last time, before it leaves Newport at…
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