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Jim Davidson – The Next Chapter, at Medina Theatre

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 7, 2025

Jim Davidson continues to captivate audiences year after year, and, this week, he will be bringing his show ‘The Next…

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Letting sport do the talking with ‘Chippy’ at Strings

Isle of Wight Observer Mar 7, 2025

The man, affectionately known as ‘Chippy’, debuted for his country in the World Rugby Sevens series in 2011, starting an…

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Isle of Wight Observer Feb 28, 2025

Dino Fun Day is just around the corner, taking place on Sunday, between 10am and 4pm, at Dinosaur Isle in…

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There’s just Something About Mondays at the Bugle Inn

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 28, 2025

‘Something About Mondays’ is an Island Celtic-folk-pop-shanty band, who perform covers as well as their own original material. They are…

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American comic icon’s only 2025 UK gig on IW

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Comedy fans on the Island are in for a rare treat, as renowned American comedian, Jeff Dye, prepares for a…

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Catch The Kast Off Kinks this weekend

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Catch the hits of The Kinks, at Shanklin Theatre, on Sunday, February 22, including You Really Got Me, Dedicated Follower…

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Story Festival starts this weekend at Quay Arts

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 21, 2025

A celebrated children’s author, illustrator and TV writer, has been added to the line-up for the 2025 edition of the…

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Steam Trains and Dark Ales open new season

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The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is opening earlier this year for a special ‘Winter Gala & Dark Ales Festival’…

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Isle of Wight Observer Feb 14, 2025

On Sunday, February 23, the team at East Afton Farmhouse will be hosting their biggest Wedding Showcase, with more than…

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Half-term activities at Island museums

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 14, 2025

There will be plenty of opportunity for family activities at two Island museums during February half-term. Visitors to the Museum…

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Enjoy the music from Andy Fairweather Low

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For the first time since 2021, Andy Fairweather Low & The Lowriders will be touring the UK, and he has…

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Learn how to ‘Farm Net ‘Positive” with the Garlic Farm

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Visit The Garlic Farm Shop & Restaurant, in Newchurch, on Tuesday for presentations from industry experts Becky, Jess, and Neville,…

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Taste the Best of British at Luccombe Hall

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 7, 2025

Shanklin’s Luccombe Hall’s ‘Best of British’ evenings are being held on alternate Fridays during February, March and April, with one…

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Comedy Social makes a return at Northwood House

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The Comedy Social is back at Northwood House next Friday, February 7, featuring a variety of comedy gems. Headliner is…

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Going Ghost Hunting with Ad Lib Theatre

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Go Ghost Hunting, with Ad Lib Theatre at Bembridge Village Hall on Sunday, and follow the story of Karen the…

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