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Isle of Wight’s first Inflatable Rainbow Run a sell out

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 18, 2018

The Island’s first Inflatable Rainbow Run has sold out, with 1,000 people taking part. The event, in aid of Wessex…

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9 Fabulous family activities to enjoy at the inaugural Osborne Horse Trials

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 18, 2018

Something new is coming to the Isle of Wight, bringing with it fun for all the family. On 25th &…

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Have you got your Southern Vectis ‘ticket To Pride’?

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 11, 2018

Southern Vectis is proud to be supporting UK Pride on the Isle of Wight and to celebrate they’re offering a…

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Red Funnel extends relationship as Cowes Week Supplier

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 10, 2018

Cowes Week Ltd, organiser of the prestigious sailing regatta and highlight of the British Sporting Summer, is delighted to announce…

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2019 Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 10, 2018

Following one of the festival’s most successful weekends to date, The Isle of Wight Festival has announced that next year’s…

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NHS70 Thanksgiving Service Postponed

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 10, 2018

Following discussions with a range of people organisers have decided to postpone the NHS70 Thanksgiving Service which was scheduled to…

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High Potential wins 2018 Gold Roman Bowl

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 10, 2018

In what will probably be regarded as one of the most challenging on record, the 87th edition of the Round…

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The round the Island countdown has officially began

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 6, 2018

With less than 24 hours to go before Katie Schuhster – representing the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust – fires the…

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Policing plan for a safe Isle of Wight Festival 2018

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 21, 2018

A dedicated policing plan is in place to ensure residents and visitors stay safe on the Isle of Wight during…

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Festival 2018 – Shuttle Bus Times and Fares

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 20, 2018

Whether you’re coming to enjoy the whole weekend, or even just for the day, Southern Vectis have got your Isle…

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Council service changes due to Isle of Wight festival

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 18, 2018

While the Isle of Wight Festival is taking place from Friday 22 June to Sunday 24 June, some council services…

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Appley Tower to reopen for Appley Day

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The Isle of Wight Council is to reopen Ryde’s famous landmark, Appley Tower, for one day only as part of…

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Bicycle Island: From the Island to beyond

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 12, 2018

The Island is leading the way with innovative research it is hoped will inspire travel behaviour change across the UK.…

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Festival traffic plan to ensure traffic flows smoothly

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 12, 2018

It’s that time of year again as the Island prepares to welcome thousands to the Isle of Wight Festival. The…

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Medina IOW parkrun to mark NHS 70th birthday

Isle of Wight Observer Jun 4, 2018

Medina IOW parkrun at the Appley course will be one of hundreds of ‘parkruns’ around the UK to host a…

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Thought about becoming an Oxfam Festival Volunteer?

Isle of Wight Observer May 25, 2018

Fancy joining a community of people who love festivals and want to give something back? Volunteering with Oxfam is a…

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