An Evening with Football Legend – Peter Shilton
Isle of Wight ObserverMedina Theatre | Saturday May 30 2026 | 7.30pm One night. One legend. Live on the Isle of Wight. Don’t…
Read MoreBring your garden to life with Thompson’s Garden Centre
No matter the size of your outdoor space – whether it’s a compact balcony, a cosy patio, or a large…
Read MoreGreat British Bake Off Musical comes to Shanklin Theatre this April
Get ready for a deliciously entertaining night at the theatre as The Island Savoyards present The Great British Bake Off…
Read MoreRooms with Character above three Isle of Wight pubs
Character Inns has launched a new collection of boutique bedrooms above three Isle of Wight pubs – The Crab &…
Read MoreIsland writers in the Figlet 5
by Jean G-Owen On Friday, February 6, Independent Arts in Newport buzzed with words, music and conversation, as The Figlet…
Read MoreFish and chips at Quarr
If you fancy a comforting winter treat in beautiful surroundings, Quarr Abbey’s Fish and Chip Event on Thursday (February 12)…
Read MoreSpud and Crumble Night at Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey is hosting a Spud and Crumble Night on Thursday (February 5), at the Abbey Tea Shop. Running from…
Read MoreJourney through Quarr Abbey’s past
Quarr Abbey is inviting visitors to explore the rich, spiritual and architectural heritage, with a special talk, ‘Monastic Journeys of…
Read MoreNew chef for IW Pearl Café
Isle of Wight Pearl has appointed award-winning chef, Mark Wyatt, as the new head chef at its Pearl Café, following…
Read MoreNew year – new purpose discover volunteering
by Sandy Ciccognani – Community Action The start of a new year often inspires people to look for fresh purpose,…
Read MoreChristmas sale of fine IW paintings
A sale of exceptional Isle of Wight oil paintings, watercolours, prints, maps, and books, dating from the 18th century to…
Read MoreIsland Publisher launches Figmentum Books
by Jean G-Owen Two years ago, I founded the Isle of Wight-based press to champion the work of local writers,…
Read MoreIW poet speaks up for neurodivergent adults
Isle of Wight poet, Kathryn Rossati, has released a powerful new poetry collection, Roar/Raw, which is already striking a chord…
Read MoreMeet the legend: Neil “Razor” Ruddock’s life on and off the pitch
Don’t miss an unforgettable evening with football legend Neil “Razor” Ruddock, live on stage for a VIP Meet & Greet,…
Read MoreLearn the full story behind bear rescue
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is inviting supporters and wildlife lovers to a special fund-raising evening, marking six months since the…
Read MoreWin two pairs of tickets to Ronnie, Reggie & Me
For decades they were feared as the ultimate gang lords of the London underworld, but their reign ended in 1969…
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