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  • Summer Fair

    04/07/2009 11:00 am - 04/07/2009 3:00 pm

    Godshill Primary School

    Godshill Primary Summer Fair. A lovely local and traditional summer fair with lots to do and see for all the family. Everyone welcome. Outside...

  • Ovingdean Singers Concert

    04/07/2009 7:00 pm - 04/07/2009

    The Church of St. Mary & St. Rhadegund, Whitwell

    Come along to the Ovingdean Singers Concert in Whitwell, its £5 a ticket, incl. refreshments. contact jenny beven 731541

  • Hospice Charity Cricket Match

    05/07/2009 11:30 am - 05/07/2009 7:30 pm

    Newclose Cricket Ground, Newport

    The Hospice All Stars Eleven v The Newclose Select Eleven. Contact Newclose Cricket Club for tickets and further information. 11.30am-7.30pm match...

  • Welcome Event

    06/07/2009 1:00 pm - 06/07/2009 9:00 pm

    Newclose County Cricket Ground, Blackwater Road, Newport. PO30 3BE

    Two seminars 1.00pm. to 4.00 p.m. with cream tea, and 6.30pm. onwards with a buffet. FREE OF CHARGE! Find out about the benevolent work we do, the...

  • Ryde School Play: Sweeny Todd

    05/07/2009 7:30 pm - 07/07/2009 10:00 pm

    The Venue @ Ryde Theatre

    The rare instance of a musical thriller, Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s chilling, suspenseful, heart-pounding masterpiece of murderous...

  • Jazz Concert

    07/07/2009 2:30 pm - 07/07/2009 4:00 pm

    Ventnor Bandstand

    Deben High School Jazz and String ensembles will be performing jazz and pop numbers, such as Thriller, Play that Funky Music, Soul Bossa nova and...

  • Jazz and Pop Concert

    08/07/2009 8:00 pm - 08/07/2009 9:30 pm

    All Saints Church, Queen's Road

    Deben High School Jazz and String ensembles will be performing jazz and pop numbers, such as Thriller, Play that Funky Music, Soul Bossa nova and...

  • Open-Air Theatre: The Three Musketeers

    08/07/2009 7:00 pm - 08/07/2009

    All for One; One for All! Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos, Porthos and Aramis as a Musketeer of the King’s Guard. But are his...

  • BrightMed Roadshow

    07/07/2009 9:30 am - 09/07/2009 4:30 pm

    Newport FC

    Year 12 students thinking of studying medicine at university are invited to apply for a place on the first BrightMed Roadshow, hosted by Brighton...

  • The Stranglers

    09/07/2009 7:30 pm - 09/07/2009 11:30 pm

    The Venue @ Ryde Theatre

    First forming in 1974 the band's straight talking approach gave them the reputation as aggressive and confrontational, with their notoriety later...

  • Jazz Cafe - The Tony Woods Project

    10/07/2009 8:00 pm - 10/07/2009 10:30 pm

    Quay Arts, Sea Street Newport, PO30 5BD

    Jazz Cafe - The Tony Woods Project The Tony Woods Project kicks off its Jazz Services tour at Quay Arts with an eclectic programme of accessible,...

  • Jazz Cafe - Tony Woods

    10/07/2009 8:00 pm - 10/07/2009 11:00 pm

    Quay Arts Cafe Bar 6:30pm onwards

    Jazz Cafe presents the Tony Woods Project, an electronic programme of accessible, folk/jazz/rock/world influenced originals from the new album...

  • Arts Blast 2009

    10/07/2009 1:00 pm - 10/07/2009 3:00 pm

    Medina High School

    Face Painting – learn some quick, easy and very effective face painting techniques for your next children’s or dress up party! Martial Arts – a...

  • Old King Cole - Live outdoor show

    10/07/2009 7:00 pm - 12/07/2009 10:30 pm

    Appuldurcombe House, Wroxall

    "Will the courageous Cyril defeat the weedy Baron Wadd and win the hand of Princess Daphne? Or will his heroic efforts be thwarted by the...

  • Ryde Regatta

    10/07/2009 6:00 pm - 12/07/2009 11:00 pm

    Eastern Gardens

    Friday night Jazz & Blues Music from 7pm Sat: Arts Parade in afternoon, mixed music in evening with the usual massive firework display. Sun:...

  • FOLKStation

    10/07/2009 5:00 pm - 12/07/2009 11:00 pm

    Isle of Wight Steam Railway

    Folk music and dance festival

  • Hipshaker

    11/07/2009 9:00 pm - 12/07/2009 2:00 am

    The Venue @ Ryde Theatre

    Back again with the best 60s club night on the isle. Resident Djs and Guest DJs playing the very best in 60s Soul,funk & R'n'B

  • Spider Ride & Jumping

    12/07/2009 11:00 am - 12/07/2009 4:00 pm

    Stables in Hulverstone Lane

    Charity Spider Ride with Clear Round Jumping from 11am then Jumping Show from 1pm. In aid of Brooke Hospital and Dogs Trust

  • BOOK, POSTCARD & EPHEMERA FAIR

    12/07/2009 10:00 am - 12/07/2009 3:30 pm

    A Book, Postcard and Ephemera Fair at the Village Hall, High Street, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, on Sunday 12th July 2009, from 10 am to 3.30 pm....

  • The Racecourse Bike Ride

    12/07/2009 7:00 am - 12/07/2009 7:00 pm

    Epsom Downs Racecourse

    The Racecourse Bike Ride is an exciting one day sponsored cycling challenge starting and finishing at Epsom Downs Racecourse and meandering...

  • Sunflower Classic Car Run

    12/07/2009 9:30 am - 12/07/2009 4:00 pm

    Start at Osbourne House 9.30am for a 10am start.

    All models and ages welcome. The 2009 Sunflower Classic Car Run. The route will take you around the Isle of Wight from Osborne House and...

  • Winning Business - Winning public sector contracts

    14/07/2009 4:00 pm - 14/07/2009 8:00 pm

    Lakeside Park Hotel Wootton Bridge Ryde IOW PO33 4LJ

    This new event will help you explore the opportunities and find out how you can bid to win new business from local and national publicly funded...

  • St. John's CE SUMMER FETE Thurs 16th July 3pm!

    16/07/2009 3:00 pm - 16/07/2009 5:00 pm

    St Johns CE Primary School

    Our annual summer fete with raffles, face painting, cream teas, games, goal shoot out, toys, bric-a-brac, plant stalls, music and country dancing...

  • Music Event - Quiver

    17/07/2009 8:00 pm - 17/07/2009 10:30 pm

    Quay Arts - The Anthony Minghella Theatre, IOW PO30 5BD

    'Quiver' is a dazzling six piece band featuring musicians from Australia and South America. Composer Casey Greene brings together a unique...

  • Skools Out 80s Disco

    17/07/2009 7:30 pm - 17/07/2009

    Isle of wight community club, park road cowes

    Skool's Out 80s Disco, Fancy Dress: 'Skool Uniform' or 80s icon. Tickets are £5 on the door. Guest Starring: Holly Kirby. For more info call Donna...

  • Barton Manor Open Day Fun Fair

    19/07/2009 10:00 am - 19/07/2009 4:00 pm

    Barton Manor

    Thanks to the owners, they very kindly allow us to have four great days out at Barton Manor. The theme will be a traditional Mid-Summer Fete...

  • Open Studio Weekend, IW Artists South & West Wight

    17/07/2009 10:00 am - 20/07/2009 8:00 pm

    Andrew Dowden designs ceramic plaques and forms and is taking part in the Isle of Wight Artists Open Studio Weekend (South and West Wight). Work...

  • Pat Cruise's Nearly Haunted Live

    20/07/2009 7:30 pm - 20/07/2009 10:30 pm

    New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD

    Join the Nearly Haunted Team for the “scream of your life” in this supernatural thrill-fest. This ground breaking "spoof-tacular" features a live...

  • A Good Night with Dieci

    21/07/2009 7:30 pm - 21/07/2009 9:00 pm

    All Saints Church Ryde PO33 3BG

    Dieci have been ‘wowing’ audiences in Scotland with their unique sound and dynamic performances for the past two and a half years. In December...

  • ZUMBA - Dance Fitness comes to you 5 times a week!

    08/07/2009 6:30 pm - 22/07/2009 7:30 pm

    Carisbrooke High school - Mondays and Wednesdays 6.30pm. Classes in Ryde Tues/Thurs/Friday - see www.freewebs.com/bodysmart for more details or give me a call!

    Dance style fitness class suitable for all ages & levels of fitness, no previous experience needed. Get fit and have fun whilst listening to...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY SUNSETTER BBQ

    23/07/2009 5:00 pm - 23/07/2009 9:00 pm

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Special late night opening of the Needles Old Battery with a BBQ starting at 5pm. So come along after work, relax and watch the sun go down over...

  • Open Air Theatre - Alice in Wonderland

    24/07/2009 6:00 pm - 24/07/2009

    Outdoor theatre performed by Quantum Theatre productions. Gates open 1 hour before performances for picnics. Please bring your own rugs or...

  • Harbour Light up a Life

    25/07/2009 8:00 pm - 25/07/2009

    Ventnor Harbour

    Will you remember your loved ones this July and light a candle for them around Ventnor Harbour? For full details please call the fundraising team...

  • sport4kids

    14/06/2009 11:30 am - 26/07/2009 12:00

    Totland Bay Bowling Club The Broadway Totland Bay

    An opportunity for 9-16year olds to try out the game of lawn bowls, all equipment needed will be supplied and there will be two qualified coaches...

  • ART EXHIBITION BY EDNA COATSWORTH

    12/07/2009 2:00 pm - 26/07/2009 5:00 pm

    Newtown Old Town Hall, Newtown PO30 4PA

    The Old Town Hall is hosting an exhibition of figures and still life by local artist Edna Coatsworth. Open 2pm - 5pm SUNDAYS TO THURSDAYS.

  • School Disco

    25/07/2009 9:00 pm - 26/07/2009 2:00 am

    The Venue @ Ryde Theatre

    Bagel Wrap brings you 'Summer School Disco' Playing the best hits from 60s/70s/80s/90s and today with Live music from X-Directory

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : BATTLE DRUMS!

    26/07/2009 12:00 pm - 26/07/2009

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Meet our Victorian military drummer and discover how commands were conveyed by drum on the battlefield. Demonstrations at 12 noon, 1pm & 2.30pm....

  • Lifeboat Open Day

    26/07/2009 10:00 am - 26/07/2009 4:00 pm

    Lifeboat Station Freshwater Bay

    See Lifeboat and crew training, also fundraising stalls, and refreshments

  • Nia Classes in Cowes

    01/07/2009 6:00 pm - 29/07/2009 7:00 pm

    St Andrews Community Hall

    Fusion fitness dance class suitable for all ages and abilities.

  • MOTTISTONE MANOR GARDEN FAMILY FUN DAY

    29/07/2009 11:00 am - 29/07/2009 4:00 pm

    Mottistone Manor, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join in the fun at Mottistone Manor Garden with a special family day of activities. Gardens open as usual 11am - 5pm (last admission 4.30pm).

  • Dance Summer School

    27/07/2009 9:30 am - 31/07/2009 4:30 pm

    Nodehill Middle School

    Dance Summer School led by Island professional dancer Carrie-Louise Knight. Come and learn new skills in Jazz, Street and Stage dance this...

  • Live & Local:Live

    31/07/2009 8:00 pm - 31/07/2009 11:30 pm

    The Venue @ Ryde Theatre

    The final Live & Local this season... Bands: Tan Hauser Gate, The Chancers & Sun Down

  • open studio

    01/08/2009 10:00 am - 01/08/2009

    rollzart studio high street cowes Isle of wight

    art studio open to the public also collectaballes forsale

  • MOTTISTONE MANOR GARDEN: MAGICAL PUNCH & JUDY

    04/08/2009 11:30 am - 04/08/2009 12:00 pm

    Mottistone Manor, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy Show' suitable for children of all ages. Gardens open as...

  • Tennyson Bicentenary

    06/08/2009 2:00 pm - 06/08/2009

    Farringford, Freshwater

    Afternoon tea and lectures by the world renowned Tennyson experts Professors Leonee Ormond/Marion Shaw. Profits to be donated 50% to the Earl...

  • NATIONAL TRUST : BUTTERFLIES ON CULVER DOWN

    07/08/2009 2:00 pm - 07/08/2009 3:30 pm

    Meet in Culver Battery car park at the end of Culver Down SZ 636 856.

    An easy stroll with a National Trust warden looking out for butterflies. If sunny the chalk hill blues can be spectacular. About 1 km. Gentle...

  • DidgHeadRadio Music Festival

    07/08/2009 12:00 am - 09/08/2009 0:00 pm

    Calbourne Mill

    This unique music festival is the showcase for the best of contemporary didgeridoo playing from the UK and abroad.  If you have never heard the...

  • RSPCA IW BRANCH GALA DAY

    09/08/2009 11:00 am - 09/08/2009 4:00 pm

    RSPCA Animal Centre Bohemia Corner Godshill

    Various stalls, raffle, tombola, dog show and agility, live music, refreshments, ice cream, barbecue. Reflexology by Pat Godden.

  • Freshwater Golf Club day

    09/08/2009 9:00 am - 09/08/2009

    Freshwater Golf Club

    Freshwater Golf Club Charity Challenge, in aid of the Hospice@Home team. Its 18 holes Stableford, entrants handicap must be a maximum 28 for men...

  • Hospice Horse and Dog Show

    09/08/2009 9:00 am - 09/08/2009

    Northwood Showgrounds

    There will be classes for everyone, country themed stalls and a beer and refreshments tent. Horse classes will include Welsh, Hunters, Riding...

  • MOTTISTONE MANOR GARDEN: MAGICAL PUNCH & JUDY

    11/08/2009 11:30 am - 11/08/2009 12:00 pm

    Mottistone Manor, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy Show' suitable for children of all ages. Gardens open as...

  • MOTTISTONE MANOR GARDEN FAMILY FUN DAY

    12/08/2009 11:00 am - 12/08/2009 4:00 pm

    Mottistone Manor, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join in the fun at Mottistone Manor Garden with a special family day of activities. Gardens open as usual 11am - 5pm (last admission 4.30pm).

  • Outdoor Arts & Crafts

    12/08/2009 10:00 am - 12/08/2009 4:00 pm

    Freshwater Library

    Arts & Crafts to enjoy and buy. Refreshments available. Activities for children.

  • Ventnor Carnival

    12/08/2009 2:00 pm - 12/08/2009 5:00 pm

    Ventnor Children's Carnival parading through the town from Pier Street, via Church Street and Belgrave Road to Ventnor Park in Park Avenue for the...

  • DRAW IN THE HALL

    13/08/2009 2:00 pm - 13/08/2009 4:00 pm

    Newtown Old Town Hall, Newtown PO30 4PA

    An afternoon of drawing activities for children based on the history of the Old Town Hall. Materials will be provided.

  • NATIONAL TRUST: SHALFLEET SUMMER BUTTERFLY WALK

    14/08/2009 11:00 am - 14/08/2009 1:00 pm

    Meet at Shalfleet Parish Council Car Park, Shalfleet Quay Road SZ414896

    A fabulous walk with a National Trust warden near the conservation headland at Newtown estuary and around countryside stewardship farmland to spot...

  • Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Festival

    10/08/2009 10:00 am - 15/08/2009 4:00 pm

    St James Church, Church Path, East Cowes

    Over 300 completed jigsaw puzzles on display for sale. Display is constantly updated as puzzles are sold. Both old and new puzzles are available.

  • Ventnor Illuminated Carnival

    15/08/2009 9:00 pm - 15/08/2009 10:30 pm

    Ventnor Carnival's Illuminated Parade starting at Pier Street, then High Street, Victoria Street, Albert Street , Pier Street, Church Street,...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : A FLAVOUR OF THE 40s

    15/08/2009 12:00 pm - 15/08/2009

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Join Harry & Edna from the Home Front Friends for a flavour of life in the 1940s. Talks at 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. The Battery will be open as...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : A FLAVOUR OF THE 40s

    16/08/2009 12:00 pm - 16/08/2009

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Join Harry & Edna from the Home Front Friends for a flavour of life in the 1940s. Talks at 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. The Battery will be open as...

  • KING & QUEEN OF POP

    16/08/2009 8:00 pm - 17/08/2009 1:00 am

    The Studio, Newport

    THE KING & QUEEN OF POP with Navi is the worlds No1 Michael Jackson impersonator. & Debbie Nunn the undisputed queen of tributes, and the UK...

  • MOTTISTONE MANOR GARDEN: MAGICAL PUNCH & JUDY

    18/08/2009 11:30 am - 18/08/2009 12:00 pm

    Mottistone Manor, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy Show' suitable for children of all ages. Gardens open as...

  • Ventnor Carnival and Fireworks Display

    12/08/2009 7:00 pm - 19/08/2009 10:30 pm

    Ventnor Carnival's Main Parade starting at Pier Street, then High Street, Madeira Road, St Catherine's Street, Victoria Street, Albert Street ,...

  • Ryde Carnival Dates

    19/08/2009 2:45 pm - 19/08/2009 4:00 pm

    Ryde Town

    Ryde Carnival Children's Procession 19th Aug Main Procession 22nd August Illuminated Procession 5th September

  • Cowes Main Carnival

    19/08/2009 7:00 pm - 19/08/2009

    Various streets of Cowes

    Cowes main carnival starting in Ward Ave at 7pm then going across Park Road into Victoria Rd/Mill Hill Rd/Birmingham Rd/Shooters Hill/High St/Bath...

  • Paranormal Evening

    19/08/2009 8:30 pm - 20/08/2009 2:00 am

    Languard Manor, Shanklin

    Join international psychic medium’s Lorraine Ash & Laura Martin’s night time investigation of Languard Manor. Lorraine and Laura, supported by...

  • Elsie and Norm's 'Macbeth'

    01/08/2009 8:15 pm - 22/08/2009 10:15 pm

    Shanklin Theatre

    Two's Company present this comedy every saturday at Shanklin Theatre. Elsie and Norm, fed up with playign Trivial Pursuit and watching X-factor...

  • Niton and Whitwell Villagers Fair

    22/08/2009 11:00 am - 22/08/2009 2:00 pm

    White Horse Inn Whitwell

    Niton and Whitwell 1940's Village Fair. With traditional 1940's stalls, games and period fancy dress. A fun day for all.

  • NATIONAL TRUST: HEATHER BLOSSOM ON LUCCOMBE DOWN

    23/08/2009 2:00 pm - 23/08/2009 4:30 pm

    Meet at Smugglers Haven car park SZ 580 789

    A steady stroll with a National Trust warden around Luccombe Down when the heather hopefully will be giving a spectacular show. Steep hill up and...

  • The Secret Lives of Henry and Alice

    03/08/2009 8:15 pm - 24/08/2009 10:15 pm

    Shanklin Theatre

    Two's company present this hilarious comedy every monday at shanklin theatre. The play portrays the exotic daydreams of Henry and Alice as they...

  • MOTTISTONE MANOR GARDEN: MAGICAL PUNCH & JUDY

    25/08/2009 11:30 am - 25/08/2009 12:00 pm

    Mottistone Manor, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join island magician David Randini in the orchard for a special 'Magical Punch & Judy Show' suitable for children of all ages. Gardens open as...

  • Cowes illuminated Carnival

    29/08/2009 8:45 pm - 29/08/2009

    Various streets of Cowes

    Cowes Illuminated carnival starting in Ward Ave at 8.45pm then going across Park Road into Victoria Rd/Mill Hill Rd/Birmingham Rd/Shooters...

  • Sandown Sandcastle Competition

    29/08/2009 11:00 am - 29/08/2009 12:00 pm

    Sandown beach in front of the Sandringham Hotel

    Sandcastle competition for children aged up to 14

  • MY GIRL

    23/07/2009 7:30 pm - 30/08/2009 5:00 pm

    Ventnor Winter Gardens, Pier Street, Ventnor

    'MY GIRL' is an exciting new musical set in the 1960’s, telling the story of the lives and loves of fictional characters involved with an old...

  • Lifeboat Open Day

    30/08/2009 10:00 am - 30/08/2009 4:00 pm

    Lifeboat Station Freshwater Bay

    See Lifeboat and crew training, also fundraising stalls, and refreshments Also the winners of the Grand Summer Draw will be announced.

  • The Grand Donkey Day Out 2009

    30/08/2009 10:00 am - 31/08/2009 6:00 pm

    The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

    Due to the popularity and positive response of the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary Grand Day Out 2008, we have decided to extend this year’s event...

  • Wolverton Manor Garden Fair

    05/09/2009 10:00 am - 06/09/2009 5:00 pm

    Wolverton Manor Shorwell PO30 3JS

    The most popular Island Garden Fair in aid of Age Concern. A wonderful family outing with interesting and unusual local and mainland nurseries...

  • Medina Antiques Craft & Collectables Fair

    06/09/2009 10:00 am - 06/09/2009 3:00 pm

    Medina Leisure Centre, Fairlee Road, Newport PO30

    Antiques and collectables (and some craft) including vintage jewellery, ceramics, metalware, woodenware, books, ephemera, silver, etc.

  • SUMMER GARDEN TOUR

    08/09/2009 2:30 pm - 08/09/2009

    Mottistone Manor Garden, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join our Head Gardener for an interesting stroll around this delightful garden. Discover how the garden is managed, the plans for the future and...

  • Introduction to Bowls

    24/06/2009 6:30 pm - 16/09/2009 9:30 pm

    Totland Bay Bowling Club The Broadway Totland Bay

    An opportunity to try the game of bowls,free tuition from our coaches,and a warm welcome from our members

  • BOOK, POSTCARD & EPHEMERA FAIR

    19/09/2009 10:00 am - 19/09/2009 3:30 pm

    A Book, Postcard and Ephemera Fair at the Botanic Gardens, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, on Saturday 19th September 2009, from 10 am to 3.30 pm. Free...

  • The Wight Challenge

    19/09/2009 10:00 am - 19/09/2009

    Start: Jersey Camp

    A cycling (20 miles), running (8 miles) and open canoeing (3 miles) challenge in teams of three to have fun and raise money for Wessex Heartbeat...

  • Tall Ship Experience Day

    23/05/2009 10:00 am - 20/09/2009 5:00 pm

    Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

    Experience a fantastic tall ship sailing day with Red Sky Sailing. Sit back and relax or get involved in the sailing of the ship. Dates are...

  • West Wight Triathlon

    20/09/2009 9:00 am - 20/09/2009 1:00 pm

    West Wight Sports Centre and surrounding area

    Triathlon. 600 metre swim; 35 km cycle; 7.5 km run

  • West Wight Triathlon

    20/09/2009 9:00 am - 20/09/2009

    600 metre swim, 35 km cycle, 7.5 km run

  • Fairport Convention

    25/09/2009 7:30 pm - 25/09/2009 11:30 pm

    The Venue @ Ryde Theatre

    Fairport Convention return to the Venue again with their infecious blend of folk rock. Limited seating available With Support from Martin Newnham

  • The Sheringham Shanytmen visit the Isle of Wight

    25/09/2009 8:00 pm - 27/09/2009 8:00 pm

    Christ Church Totland Newport Minster St Marys Church, Brighstone Norton Grange, Yarmouth (adults only) Memorial Hall, Freshwater

    The Sheringham Shantymen will be performing Sea Shanties at various locations in West Wight to raise funds for the Freshwater Independent Lifeboat

  • Island Voices Open Poetry Competition

    08/06/2009 12:00 am - 30/09/2009 12:00 pm

    Submit poems up to 50 lines on any subject to win first prize of £100, with special prizes for poems on the West Wight and to celebrate Tennyson's...

  • Isle of Wight Inter-Island Bowls Tournament

    26/09/2009 10:00 am - 03/10/2009 5:00 pm

    Isle of Wight Indoor Bowls Club, Brading Road, Ryde

    Eleven Islands including the Isle of Wight will be competing in both a men's and ladies tournament

  • EXHIBITION BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT WOODTURNERS

    13/09/2009 2:00 pm - 07/10/2009 5:00 pm

    Newtown Old Town Hall, Newtown PO30 4PA

    Come along to the Old Town Hall where the Isle of Wight Woodturners will have a display of their finished work. Open 2pm - 5pm SUNDAYS, MONDAYS...

  • Newport Street Collection

    10/10/2009 9:00 am - 10/10/2009 5:00 pm

    Would you like to volunteer to help collect vital funds for blind and partially sighted people. If so, please contact Katie - 01491 872446

  • TALK: PUTTIN THE TOWN HALL TO BED

    12/10/2009 10:30 am - 12/10/2009

    Newtown Old Town Hall, Newtown PO30 4PA

    It is nearly the end of the season, so join our Custodian for a talk about the conservation of the Old Town Hall. Find out what she has to do to...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : PIRATE TRAIL

    24/10/2009 10:30 am - 24/10/2009 3:30 pm

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Find the pirates to claim the treasure. The Battery will be open as usual from 10.30am to 5pm(last admission 4.30pm)but arrive earlier to allow...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : PIRATE TRAIL

    25/10/2009 10:30 am - 25/10/2009 3:30 pm

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Find the pirates to claim the treasure. The Battery will be open as usual from 10.30am to 5pm(last admission 4.30pm)but arrive earlier to allow...

  • The BUPA Great South Run

    25/10/2009 10:30 am - 25/10/2009 2:00 pm

    Portsmouth

    The BUPA Great South Run takes place over a 10-mile course in Portsmouth, providing varied scenery coupled with stunning views and passing many...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : CHILDREN AT WAR

    26/10/2009 12:30 pm - 26/10/2009

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JD

    Discover what it would have been like to be a child during he Second World War from one of our talks especially for children. Talks at 12.30pm,...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : SPY TRAIL

    27/10/2009 10:30 am - 27/10/2009 3:30 pm

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Follow the clues around the Battery to solve the puzzle. The Battery will be open as usual from 10.30am to 5pm(last admission 4.30pm)but arrive...

  • MOTTISTONE MANOR GARDEN FAMILY FUN DAY

    27/10/2009 11:00 am - 27/10/2009 4:00 pm

    Mottistone Manor, Mottistone PO30 4ED. On B3399 between Brighstone and Brook.

    Join in the fun at Mottistone Manor Garden with a special family day of activities. Gardens open as usual 11am - 5pm (last admission 4.30pm).

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : DRAWING MAGIC

    28/10/2009 10:30 am - 28/10/2009 3:30 pm

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JD

    Take part in children's drawing activities based on shipwrecks. All materials supplied. The Battery is open as usual from 10.30am to 5pm (last...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : SHIPWRECK STORIES

    29/10/2009 12:30 pm - 29/10/2009

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JD

    Join us for a talk by the Hampshire & Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology about the shipwrecks around the Needles rocks. Talks at 12.30pm, 2pm...

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : BATTLE DRUMS!

    30/10/2009 12:00 pm - 30/10/2009

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Meet our Victorian military drummer and discover how commands were conveyed by drum on the battlefield. Demonstrations at 12 noon, 1pm & 2.30pm....

  • NEEDLES OLD BATTERY : HALLOWEEN TRAIL

    31/10/2009 10:30 am - 31/10/2009 3:30 pm

    The Needles Old Battery, West High Down, Alum Bay PO39 0JH

    Solve our Halloween trail on this spooky day. The Battery will be open as usual from 10.30am to 5pm(last admission 4.30pm)but arrive earlier to...

  • BOOK, POSTCARD & EPHEMERA FAIR

    07/11/2009 10:00 am - 07/11/2009 3:30 pm

    A Book, Postcard and Ephemera Fair at the Parish Centre, Town Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight, on Saturday 7th November 2009, from 10 am to 3.30 pm....

  • Medina Antiques Craft & Collectables Fair

    22/11/2009 10:00 am - 22/11/2009 3:00 pm

    Medina Leisure Centre, Fairlee Road, Newport PO30

    Antiques and collectables (and some craft) including vintage jewellery, ceramics, metalware, woodenware, books, ephemera, silver, etc.

  • Cowes Christmas Carnival

    19/12/2009 7:00 pm - 19/12/2009

    Various streets of Cowes

    Starting in Ward Ave at 7pm then going across Park rd into Victoria Rd/Mill Hill Rd/Birmingham Rd/Shooters Hill/High St/Bath Rd/Parade

  • BOOK, POSTCARD & EPHEMERA FAIR

    02/01/2010 10:00 am - 02/01/2010 3:30 pm

    A Book, Postcard and Ephemera Fair at the Parish Centre, Town Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight, on Saturday 2nd January 2010, from 10 am to 3.30 pm....

  • Huge Hospice Quiz

    12/11/2009 7:00 pm - 12/11/2010

    Lower Hyde

    Huge Hospice Quiz - the biggest charity quiz on the Island. Now in it's ninth successful year, teams of 4 £20 per team, to register in advance...

  • ZUMBA Comes to Ryde

    02/03/2009 6:00 pm - 31/12/2010 7:00 pm

    Various - see the description

    Mondays @ 6.30pm Zumba (Carisbrooke High School) Combination of fitness and dance moves to a mix of Latin and international music. A fun class ...

  • Fun and Fitness in one class!

    09/03/2009 6:00 pm - 31/12/2010 7:00 pm

    Various - see the description

    Mondays @ 6.30pm Zumba (Carisbrooke High School) Combination of fitness and dance moves to a mix of Latin and international music. A fun class ...

VISITING

Upcoming Major Events

  • Towrags Rally

    03/07/2009 - 05/07/2009

    A motorcycle rally in aid of the national association for bikers with a disability plus an Island charity. Stalls, disco & live music, trike & bike show, rideout, hog road, silly games & raffle

  • 1940's Experience

    04/07/2009 - 05/07/2009

    Every year for one weekend in July, Havensteet station takes a trip back in time as it returns to the 1940's to remember the sights and sounds of this historic era. Enter a world of make do and mend, with soldiers on the street and Land Army girls in the driving seats

  • Brading Day

    05/07/2009 - 05/07/2009

    Annual community village fair, including giant car boot and craft fair, entertainment, side shows & refreshments

  • Arts Festival Parade & Ryde Summer Regatta

    11/07/2009 - 11/07/2009

    Over 1000 performers take part in the Island’s largest mixed arts event. This must-see parade has all the excitement and panache of a flamboyant Mardi gras carnival & marks the start of Ryde Arts Festival, an eight-day program of fun-filled activities set at various locations throughout the town. Both events coincide with Ryde Regatta; an annual three-day fun-packed programme of family entertainment, local bands and DJ sessions staged on the seafront

  • FolkStation

    11/07/2009 - 12/07/2009

    Music, song, dance and steam … FolkStation offers three days of timeless folk, blues, and folk-rock set within the perfect arena of Havenstreet Station. Come along each day, or book a pitch for your tent and stay all weekend. To complement your visit there will be a full-service of steam trains throughout the weekend, plus real ale bar and a wide range of refreshments.

  • Sunflower Classic Car Run

    12/07/2009 - 12/07/2009

    The 2009 Sunflower Classic Car Run raises money for the Island’s Hospice. The route will take a convoy of classic cars around the Isle of Wight from Osborne House and past some of our most beautiful views, finishing at Brown’s Café in Sandown for tea & cakes

  • Newport Main Carnival

    18/07/2009 - 18/07/2009

    Join in with the carnival celebrations throughout Newport

  • Island Motor Show

    18/07/2009 - 19/07/2009

    This show, which is sponsored by the IW County Press & the IW Dealers’ Association, is designed to showcase all that is new on the Island’s motoring scene. The perfect opportunity to see all the latest models from all the major manufacturers on display in one place. Take time out to browse around the cars on show, chat to the local motor dealers, and settle back for a relaxing steam train ride while you decide which new car to buy!

  • County Show

    18/07/2009 - 19/07/2009

    Learn about the finer details of country life; see livestock, equestrian events & enjoy arena events, folk tent entertainment, trade stands, local talent showcases & farmers market. Look out for the poultry tent & horticultural marquee which both contain prize-winning best in show displays to capture the imagination

  • Freshwater Carnival

    19/07/2009 - 19/07/2009

    Join in with the carnival celebrations throughout Freshwater