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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…

LONG-TIME tourism ambassador for the Isle of Wight, Robin William Thornton, has died at the age of 84. Best known for his ownership of Old Park Hotel and Tropical Bird Park in St Lawrence, he was a big supporter of tourism for both the Ventnor area and the whole Island. Mr Thornton and his wife…

Back in March 2020, the government told all accommodation providers to close their businesses to help control the virus with a ‘stay at home, protect the NHS, save lives’ campaign.  Since the, and up to today’s publishing (4th July 2020), all non-essential retailers and holiday businesses had to remain closed, except for minor circumstances. Now…

OFFER EXTENDED… Now expires 30th June 2019! Our friends over at Red Funnel are offering a 25% saving on ferry travel when you visit the Isle of Wight between 18th May and 30th June 2019. You must book before the 29th of June for the discount to qualify. This offer is good for any duration…

The day started off with storm Hannah passing through with 60mph winds beating the island, but come mid-afternoon, and the hail had passed, the sun shone through the clouds. Here are some photographs of how the garden is looking at the moment. Still loads of flower and shrubs to grow and come out in their…