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Kenyan photo-exhibition comes to St Mary’s

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 3, 2018

An exhibition of photographs by Chris Orchin is on display in the Full Circle Exhibition space at St Mary’s Hospital…

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Charity creates accessible walking routes through our beautiful Island

Isle of Wight Observer Aug 2, 2018

The Footprint Trust charity is keen that everyone can get out and enjoy their local environment. They have arranged two…

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Floating bridge extends timetable for Cowes Week

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An extended service will be available on the Cowes floating bridge during Lendy Cowes Week. Extra sailings have been added…

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Tropical party announced for Saturday Eklectica Theme

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 31, 2018

It’s out with the wellies and in with the neon flamingos as Eklectica Festival announces it’s hosting a tropical party…

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Ventnor Fringe returns for ninth year

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 30, 2018

Ventnor Fringe returns for its ninth year – what will you find at the fringe? The Ventnor Fringe continues to…

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Brading Festival of Heroes cancelled

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A fundraising family orientated event has been called off. The Festival of Heroes at Brading Roman Villa will not run…

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Sarah Holmes day two results from final event at Osborne

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 26, 2018

After a scorching two day affair, our Island rider has come 10th at the Osborne Horse Trials. Sarah Holmes, 27,…

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Sarah Holmes show jumping results from day two at Osborne

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 26, 2018

Sarah Holmes has done it again and gone clear in the show jumping. Miss Holmes traversed the course without knocking…

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Hoy, Svennerstål, King: See more photos from day one at Osborne

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 26, 2018

The Island’s first ever eventing competition saw all manner of international and homegrown stars gather to compete. The Osborne Horse…

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See incredible photos of Island’s only rider at Osborne Horse Trials

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 25, 2018

Sarah Holmes, 27, an event rider from Rookley, has placed sixth in her section at the eventing competition in East…

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Sarah Holmes’ Osborne Horse Trial results for day one

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 25, 2018

Island’s only rider has brilliant first day at Osborne Horse Trials. Sarah Holmes, 27, an event rider from Rookley, has…

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Sarah Holmes takes both horses to cross country event at Osborne House

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 25, 2018

Island’s only rider takes both horses into cross country event at Osborne Horse Trials. Sarah Holmes, 27, an event rider…

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Sarah Holmes goes clear in show jumping at Osborne House

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 25, 2018

Island’s only rider goes clear in show jumping event at Osborne House. Sarah Holmes, 27, an event rider from Rookley,…

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Island rider Sarah Holmes in 9th for dressage at Osborne Horse Trials

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 25, 2018

The Island’s only rider is currently in 9th place after the dressage event. The Osborne Horse Trials are underway at…

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HRH The Duchess of Cornwall names Red Jet 7

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Red Funnel hi-speed catamaran named Red Jet 7 by HRH Duchess of Cornwall. The Trinity Landing ceremony was well attended…

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Island’s only horses and rider in Osborne Horse Trials speaks out

Isle of Wight Observer Jul 23, 2018

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