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Cowes Capers brings back fond memories

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 15, 2026

A new exhibition celebrating Cowes’ colourful past will bring back memories of pram races, bath races, carnivals, and New Year’s…

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Spooky half-term fun at Newport museums

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 15, 2026

Families can enjoy a spooky journey through history this October half-term, with themed trails, creative workshops, and hallowe’en activities at…

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Island Theatre: There’s some wonderful shows to cheer those autumn evenings…

Isle of Wight Observer Oct 6, 2026

by Maureen Sullivan Get ready for mystery, mayhem, and murder, when CAODS brings comedy thriller, Tiptoe Through the Tombstones, to…

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Discover Newport’s past at free heritage events

Isle of Wight Observer Sep 10, 2026

Two of Newport’s historic attractions will open their doors free this month, as part of the national heritage open days…

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Steam fair returns for Bank Holiday weekend

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 27, 2026

The Isle of Wight Steam Railway’s Island Steam Fair Extravaganza returns to Havenstreet this weekend, for four days of entertainment,…

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Traditional crafts headline Wolverton Garden Fair

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 17, 2026

Visitors to the Wolverton Manor Garden Fair will be able to watch traditional countryside skills and live displays, during a…

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Steampunk costume sale helps Islanders prepare for Ryde festival

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 7, 2026

The term ‘Steampunk’ was coined in 1987, by K.W. Jetter in “Mortlock Night”, to describe a genre of fantasy and…

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Dinosaur Isle launches packed summer programme of fossils, family activities and expert talks

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 31, 2026

Families can step back in time this summer, as Dinosaur Isle Museum, in Sandown, launches a packed programme of hands-on…

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Roman Villa’s 100 years

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 25, 2026

by A & S Whitewood. Newport Roman Villa proved a popular venue as visitors celebrated 100 years since its rediscovery…

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Discover hidden life beneath the waves

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 25, 2026

Families can uncover the hidden wonders of the Island’s coastline this summer, as ranger-led rock pooling and fossil hunting sessions…

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Music legends lead Yarmouth fund-raiser

Mal Butler Jul 24, 2026

One of the biggest groups of the ‘Sixties, Herman’s Hermits, will be performing at the annual charity Towers Party in…

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Proms returns with spectacular night of music at Northwood House

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 10, 2026

An evening of classical music under the stars will return to Robin Hill tomorrow (Saturday) as Classic Isle presents Proms…

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Isle of Wight choirs unite for charity concert supporting St Mary’s children’s emergency department

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 3, 2026

Two Isle of Wight choirs are joining forces for a charity concert in Cowes next week. The NHS Nightingales and…

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Win weekend tickets to Dancing Queens & Boyband Dreams at Retro Staycations

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 30, 2026

Retro Staycations, the Island’s award-winning glamping retreat and vintage camp-site, will host Dancing Queens & Boyband Dreams, on Friday, July…

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125 years of the Royal Isle of Wight County Show celebrated at landmark event

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 25, 2026

It’s the 125th Royal Isle of Wight County Show this year – a milestone that reflects a history shaped by…

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Isle of Wight Cat Centre to mark 65 years with open day

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 10, 2026

The Isle of Wight Cat Centre will celebrate 65 years of helping cats, with a special open day later this…

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