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FEATURE: A feast for the senses: Garlic Festival this weekend!

Observer Features Aug 15, 2025

Now in its 42nd year, the Isle of Wight Garlic Festival returns this weekend with its signature blend of country…

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FEATURE: Independent Living Show returns for its third year

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Next Saturday (July 5) sees the return of the Independent Living Show (formerly the Older Person’s Good Living Show), sponsored…

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SHOP LOCAL FEATURE: Local food is the best!

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Looking to support local rural businesses while enjoying a fantastic meal? The Island offers a wealth of options that not…

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FEATURE: Celebrate World Book Day today by visiting your local bookshop

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World Book Day is the annual celebration that book-lovers and parents alike eagerly look forward to — a day to…

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Prepare for an action-packed weekend, as the annual Chale Show returns to the Chale showground Saturday and Sunday. This year…

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The IW Observer and Jack Up Events have teamed up to give away two pairs of adult weekend tickets for…

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VENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Wyrd Wight Tales

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The Tide Nor Time Players presents Wyrd Wight Tales, a spellbinding production that dives into the Island’s folklore. This series…

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VENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Place of Safety

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Go along to see Place of Safety – this year’s art installation at the shelter in La Falaise car park…

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VENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Murder, She Didn’t Write

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After years of selling out at the Edinburgh Fringe, ‘Murder, She Didn’t Write’ will be at Ventnor Fringe this year.…

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VENTNOR FRINGE FEATURE: Two Shows, One Man, One Van!

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As part of a UK tour, actor Mark Stratford is bringing his two 5-star reviewed solo shows to the Ventnor…

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FEATURE: More than 9,500 people Walked the Wight for Mountbatten

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On Sunday, under radiant spring sunshine, more than 9,500 people Walked the Wight for the Island’s Mountbatten hospice, each step…

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FEATURE: Staycations – Getting away from it all, on the Island

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The current economic climate has impacted everyone, and, while hearts yearn for a change of scenery, wallets might not agree.…

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FEATURE: Technology and web design – Harnessing the power of technology for your business

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