Isle of Wight to trial new & improved coronavirus app
The Isle of Wight is once again being asked to trial the NHS’ coronavirus test and trace app, which is said to now be ‘new and improved’. Over the coming days, starting from tomorrow (Friday), Islanders will receive a unique code through the post which will enable them to download the app, preventing people from […]
Round the Island yacht race cancelled for 2020 – 2021 date announced
The Island Sailing Club has announced the cancellation of the 2020 Round the Island Race. Since first announcing the postponement of the 2020 event from May to September, the club has been exploring every avenue with all relevant authorities to keep the 2020 race alive. However, running the race to guarantee COVID-19 compliance to protect […]
Isle of Wight List of Eat Out to Help Out near Ford Farm House
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We have compiled a list of venues that are taking part in the Eat Out to Help Out scheme by the Government. **Correct at time of publishing** From 3 to 31 August, get a 50% discount when you eat in at restaurants that are registered with the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme. Use the […]
Isle of Wight hottest day on record with 36.1°c
Super smashing great! A staggering 36.1c was recorded on the Isle of Wight today (Sunday) – breaking yesterday’s record of 35.4c. If you’ve been thinking that it was hotter today than the past 48 hours then you’d be right with IW Met Service’s weather station in Lake recording 36.1c, closely followed by 36c in Ryde. […]
Visit Isle of Wight advertisement for Sky launched for 2020
The Isle of Wight will be shown to targeted audiences across the south of the UK following a new TV advertisement. You can watch the video below. The new campaign has got underway in a new approach from the Island’s destination management organisation, Visit Isle of Wight. The advert will be shown to target audiences […]
Summer Firework Finale returns to Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight in August 2020
Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight is to hold their annual Summer Firework Finale during August 2020 over 3 evenings. The event is due to take place between 17:00 and 21:30 on Wednesday 12th, 19th & 26th August. Blackgang Chine’s park will be open through to 21:30 on Summer Firework Finale dates and guests […]
The Isle of Wight’s first aqua park opens at Tapnell Farm
The Isle of Wight’s first aqua park is now open at Tapnell Farm where many water activities await. Despite a stalled opening and working around the clock to get all the boxes ticked to get the park safe and ready to open to the public – they can now say that they are as of […]
The Cheeky Monkeys return to Robin Hill for a summer of fire shows
The lovable Cheeky Monkeys who’ve wowed Robin Hill’s summer audiences for the past 2 years are returning to the park on the Isle of Wight for an epic run of evening shows! Fire Shows will take place on the following Tuesdays & Saturdays throughout August: 11th, 15th, 18th, 25th & 29th Watch the incredible Fire […]
Sky High Night Glow returns to Robin Hill for 3 nights in August 2020
The sky’s the limit this summer as magnificent hot air balloons float back to Robin Hill for a three-day extravaganza! Sky High Night Glow, in association with T&K Masks, will run daily from 5pm – 10pm between 20th – 22nd August. After previously cancelling the event planned for May due to Government restrictions, the Robin […]
DIAMOND RACES: The Isle of Wight to host motorcycle race event in 2021
On an island known for its remarkable coastline and just two hours from London door to door, the Diamond Races is set to take place on a 12.4 mile-long course that boasts winding roads through picturesque villages and a 5-mile coastal stretch along the military road. Information about the event can be found below from […]