Pack up a picnic and find somewhere beautiful on the Island to enjoy it with family and friends.
It’s not hard to find somewhere.
Here’s a list of our reader’s favourite picnic spots:
Schools Come Out In Force To Support "Wear What Makes You Happy" Fundraiser For Arlo Lambie
Schools and businesses across the Isle of Wight showed their support for a very special cause on Friday (February 7).
Entertainment Guide: February 2025
Your guide to all the best local events happening near you this month
What to Watch in February 2025
From the return of Bridget Jones to a demonic monkey, here's the best of all the new films and TV shows headed to our screens in February
Island Update: January 2025
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Ryde Rotary Centenary: 100 Years Strong
Ryde Rotary are proudly celebrating their centenary year with a whole host of events and connecting more than ever with their local community, as Sara Whatley found out
Home Style: Scandi Island Life
Fusing calming Scandi style and earthy textures with edgy industrial notes, Olivia and Mark have lovingly restored their Victorian terrace to bring together everything they love
What to Watch in January 2025
Your guide to all the best new films and TV shows coming to screens in January....
Entertainment Guide: January 2025
Your guide to the best local events happening near you this month...
Memorial Held Following Death Of Kezi's Kindness Founder Nikki Flux-Edmonds
The kind-hearted and beloved founder of an Isle of Wight charity has died following a battle with cancer.
Mountbatten Inviting Islanders To Sign Up For 2026 Lapland Husky Trail
This winter, be among the first to sign up for an epic once-in-a-lifetime challenge in support of Mountbatten Isle of Wight — husky sledding in Sweden's Arctic Circle with the Lapland Husky Trail.
Home Style: Winter Wonderland
Designer and builder duo Emma Jane and Steve Betsy, doubled the size of their property to create a spacious family home filled with unique finds
Help Available For Islanders To Cut Energy Bills
Help is available for Islanders to save money on rising energy bills.
Island Update: December 2024
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New Home For Citizens Advice Isle Of Wight
Robert Thompson’s former restaurant in Newport is the new home of Citizens Advice Isle of Wight (CAIW).
The Alternative Guide to Christmas Gifts
You wouldn't find these gifts in a stocking – but they’re sure to brighten up Christmas day. Ethical, fun and brimming with Yuletide spirit, here’s Hanna Prince’s pick of the best alternative presents
Island Family Launches Appeal For Teenage Son With Brain Tumour
A Cowes family has launched a fundraising campaign to help their compassionate, fun-loving 16-year-old son, who has been diagnosed with a rare type of brain cancer.
What to Watch in December 2024
From the return of Feathers McGraw to a new season of Squid Game, here's your guide to all the best new films and TV shows coming in December
A Gardener’s Best Friend: The Story of Bob the Robin
Warm your heart with this remarkable story of friendship between a robin and a gardener, as told to Sara Whatley
Memorial Quilt To Be Displayed On The Island
A Memorial Quilt to raise awareness of people with living experience of suicide and bereavement arrived on the Island today (Monday).
Island Author Celebrating Amazon Number One
“A Christmas Murder”, the latest book by Island author Mary Grand has hit number one in the Amazon kindle best seller list.
