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Shanklin grand charity sale returns for 2024

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 5, 2024

If you want to grab yourself a bargain, and raise money for good causes at the same time, then make…

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Christmas spirit comes to Ventnor

Mal Butler Dec 15, 2023

This year’s Christmas in Ventnor festivities will take place tomorrow (Saturday) and will be bigger and better than ever. These…

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Christmas tree festival is back

Mal Butler Dec 1, 2023

This year’s Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival starts with a Lights of Love service on Wednesday (Dec 6) at 7pm, in…

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Brian’s vibrant work on show in Cowes

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 1, 2023

Cowes artist and designer, Brian Marriott, is holding his annual solo Christmas Exhibition at the Island Sailing Club, Cowes. Working…

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Step Into Christmas: fun for all the family

Isle of Wight Observer Dec 1, 2023

Get ready for a fantastic Christmas extravaganza at Step Into Christmas tomorrow (Saturday)! This year’s event, organised by the local…

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SPONSORED ARTICLE: A Christmas Cracker at Quay Arts centre

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 24, 2023

The Quay Arts’ annual Christmas Cracker Weekend returns next weekend! Go along to Quay Arts for a festive filled weekend,…

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SPONSORED ARTICLE: Don’t miss the Wight Brainy Bunch’s Christmas market

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Experience the magic of the Wight Brainy Bunch Winter Wonderland Christmas market at Ryde fire station next Saturday (December 2)…

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Ryde Chorus presents an evening of Baroque Music

Mal Butler Nov 24, 2023

An evening of Baroque music is being performed by Ryde Chorus tomorrow (Saturday) at All Saints’ Church, Ryde, at 7pm.…

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Macbeth still has a message for us

Maureen Sullivan Nov 17, 2023

Following their open-air sell-out productions of ‘Hamlet’ last year and ‘Comedy of Errors’ in the summer, Ad Lib Theatre are…

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Nativity! The Musical at Shanklin Theatre

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 17, 2023

Festive family favourite play, ‘Nativity! The Musical’ is playing at Shanklin Theatre from Thursday. This feel good, funny musical, from…

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Island places, people, and literary connections

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Photographer John Bradshaw explores remarkable people, where they lived, and also literary connections associated with the Island. His exhibition is…

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Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Mad, Bad and Dangerous

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 10, 2023

Sir Ranulph Fiennes – ‘the world’s greatest living explorer’ – will be sharing stories from his exploits and adventures and…

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This year’s DECADeANCE hopes to hit six figure mark

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 10, 2023

DJ and Mountbatten supporter, Tony Martin, is aiming to surpass a landmark fund-raising total at this year’s DECADeANCE. The popular…

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Island Theatre with Maureen Sullivan

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It’s hard to believe it’s November already and we’re on the cusp of panto season – oh yes we are!!…

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Salt House at Quay Arts

Isle of Wight Observer Nov 3, 2023

Salt House, a mainstay of the folk music scene, are performing at Quay Arts on Wednesday (November 8). The band’s…

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