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Hear the story of the IW volunteer soldiers

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 5, 2024

On Friday, April 12, retired army colonel, Patrick Crowley, will be coming to the Drill Hall, in Newport, to talk…

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Find out the secrets of wildlife in winter with Pink Cow Theatre

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 5, 2024

Pink Cow Theatre, in association with Apollo Youth Theatre in Newport, presents ‘Going South for Winter’ – a perfect springtime…

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Island Theatre with Maureen Sullivan

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Welcome to April’s theatre column. What do we have in store for you from the wonderful Island Amateur Theatre this…

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Hear about life on board the Waverley, the world’s last sea-going paddle steamer

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 29, 2024

The world’s last sea-going paddle steamer, Waverley, will be sailing along the South Coast, including visits to the Island in…

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Enjoy art made from printmakers’ skills

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 29, 2024

In today’s digital age, the term ‘print’ conjures up images of commercial mass production, such as books or newspapers. However,…

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Easter Fun at Tapnell Farm Park

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 28, 2024

Hop into an egg-citing Easter adventure at Tapnell Farm Park, from today (Friday) to April 12, for an all-weather, fun-filled…

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March of the Mods along Ryde Seafront

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There will be a “true March of the Mods” along Ryde Seafront on Saturday (March 30), with some of the…

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New theatre production focuses on the work of the Land Girls during WWII

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 25, 2024

The Apollo Theatre, Newport, is looking forward to welcoming audiences to their production of “Lilies on the Land”, which tells…

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Beatles, Bowie & Me at Shanklin Theatre next month

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 22, 2024

Veteran broadcaster, Nicky Horne, was uniquely privileged to conduct in-depth and profoundly personal interviews with all four members of The…

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Mottistone Gardens honour National Village Hall Week

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 15, 2024

A celebration of village life takes place at Mottistone Gardens next Saturday (March 23), as part of National Village Hall…

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A great family treat for the Easter holidays – the Isle of Wight Spring Art & Garden Fair

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 15, 2024

Are you looking for a fantastic treat for the family this Easter holiday? Then don’t miss the Island’s first big…

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New film club will support theatre

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The newly formed Cowes Film Club (CFC) is based at Trinity Theatre in Cowes. The club has been formed following…

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Competition: Sounds of the sixties live

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Following last year’s sell-out success, Jack Up Events are once again turning back the clock to the most defining decade…

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Freshwater and Totland Archive annual meeting on Tuesday

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Freshwater & Totland Archive Group is holding its annual meeting at the Wesley Hall, Brookside Road, on Tuesday at 7pm.…

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Immerse yourself in a night of soul at Bar 74

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Tomorrow (Saturday), Ryde’s Union Street comes alive at Bar 74 for an unforgettable evening of soul music, which promises to…

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March brings new Island theatre to our stages

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It’s March! Spring is (nearly) here! And so are some wonderful shows. March is all about madness – think March…

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