Red Funnel continues Remembrance Sunday commemorations with free travel for UK Armed Forces
Monday 2nd November: In recognition of the dedication and sacrifice of the UK Armed Forces, Red Funnel is offering past and present serving UK military personnel free foot passenger ferry travel this Remembrance Sunday weekend and Armistice Day on 1th November. The offer will be available on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November to mark Remembrance Sunday, and again on Wednesday 11th November for Armistice Day, with free foot travel available in either direction across both Red Funnel’s Red Jet and vehicle ferry services. The free travel offer follows Red Funnel's partnership with the Royal British Legion, which saw the first poppy
Solent maritime community comes together for symbolic Poppy Appeal crossing
Photo caption: (Left to right) Higel Hartley, Isle of Wight High Sheriff, Cllr Stuart Ellis, Cowes Town Mayor, Fran Collins, Red Funnel CEO, Cllr Tracy Reader, East Cowes Town Mayor, and Cllr Karl Love, East Cowes Deputy Mayor The Solent maritime community has come together with the Royal British Legion to mark the Poppy Appeal with a symbolic crossing to the Isle of Wight ahead of Remembrance Sunday. The first remembrance poppies made their journey across the Solent aboard Red Funnel’s Red Osprey to the Isle of Wight on Thursday 22 October, bringing the local maritime and military community together in a
Vectis Business Link names Alzheimer Café Isle of Wight as its sponsored charity
Vectis Business Link is a fast-growing network of Isle of Wight businesses built on trusted relationships, word-of-mouth referrals and collaboration. Established for 12 years, the group welcomes one representative per trade or profession, so there is no competition in the room and members can focus on supporting each other. Members come from a wide range of sectors, including legal and financial services, property, trades, health and wellbeing, media, hospitality and funeral care. The group meets every fortnight from 7.30am to 9am at the Ryde Castle Hotel to share referrals, celebrate wins and work through challenges together, with a shared commitment
51,000 votes cast supporting coveted Isle of Wight tourism awards
More than 51,000 public votes have been cast across 203 entries for the 2026 Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards. 38 businesses entered the awards for the first time this year, with 15 newcomers reaching the top three in their categories. 19 awards recognise the Isle of Wight’s tourism businesses across Food & Drink, Places to Stay and Things to Do, with winners to be announced on 12 November. Wednesday 14th October: The countdown is on to the 2026 Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards, with more than 51,000 public votes cast across 203 entries and a new generation of Island
Bonfire Night on the Isle of Wight: Stay Safe and Enjoy the Sparkle
There’s something rather magical about Bonfire Night on the Isle of Wight. As the evenings draw in and the autumn air gets colder, towns and villages across the Island come alive with glowing bonfires, spectacular fireworks and plenty of opportunities to wrap up warm and enjoy an evening outdoors. Whether you’re heading to an organised display with the family, watching fireworks from a distance or enjoying a bonfire at home, Bonfire Night is a fantastic autumn tradition. But with fire, fireworks and crowds involved, it’s important to put safety first. Here’s our guide to enjoying Bonfire Night safely on the Isle of
ROBIN HILL SPOOKTACULAR: HALLOWEEN FUN COMES TO THE WOODS THIS OCTOBER
Three nights of trick or treating, spooky surprises, music, colour and Halloween mayhem are coming to Robin Hill Adventure Park this October. The Park is getting ready to celebrate Halloween with its three-night Spooktacular event, taking place on 28th, 29th and 30th October from 5pm to 9pm. Families are invited to dress up and head into the woodland after dark for an evening packed with Halloween fun, frights and surprises. At the heart of the event is Robin Hill’s Trick or Treat Scare Trail, taking visitors deep into the darkened woods where Halloween characters, spooky lighting and sound effects will be
Tapnell Farm Park looks to the future as much-loved wallabies prepare for their next adventure
Tapnell Farm is taking an exciting step forward in the evolution of its Farm Park, with plans to further embrace its roots as a real working British farm and create even more interactive and educational experiences for families. As part of this new direction, the Isle of Wight attraction will be saying a fond farewell this September to some much-loved members of its animal family, including the wallabies that have called Tapnell home for the past decade. The wallabies originally arrived at Tapnell in 2016, when they were rehomed following the closure of Seaview Wildlife Encounter. Since then, they have become
Solent Swim 2026: 76 Swimmers, 76 Stories of Courage and Determination
On Saturday 25th July, 76 incredible swimmers will take on West Wight Sports and Community Centre's annual Cross Solent Swim. Every participant has their own personal reason for accepting this extraordinary challenge, making this event about so much more than simply crossing the Solent and raising essential funds for the charity that runs the Centre. Among this year's swimmers are three dedicated West Wight Swimming Club coaches - Lottie James, Bethany Williams and Jack Pickford - who continue to inspire the next generation of swimmers both in and out of the pool. Lottie James, West Wight Swimming Head Coach One of the many
50th Anniversary Celebrations at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
This September, Wildheart Animal Sanctuary are marking 50 years of conservation, compassion and connection with an unforgettable celebration event taking place on Saturday, 19th September. Join them for an evening full of family entertainment, including: Bubbleology displays from The Lovely Bubbly Show Live acoustic music from Ruby Glitter face painting Performances from Melodic Choir Animal talks and feeds Roaming performances from The New Carnival Company Cocktail bar Barbecue and other local food stalls An epic, Wildheart-themed drone show finale from LumaNation! The details: Location: Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Isle of Wight Date: Saturday, 19th September Times: 5pm to 8:30pm Tickets: Adults £16.50, Child £13.50, Under 3s FREE More information
Experience Sunrise Breakfasts and Sunset Safaris at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary
Sunrise Breakfasts The popular Sunrise Breakfasts are returning to Wildheart Animal Sanctuary this summer! They will be opening the doors to the Sanctuary from 8:30am, so you can have a delicious breakfast with them while enjoying a rare early morning encounter with their rescued animals. Numbers are restricted, giving you extra space to enjoy the grounds and spend time with their animals when the Sanctuary is at its quietest. Your ticket includes access to the Sanctuary from 8:30am to 10am and a delicious freshly made grab ‘n’ go breakfast and hot drink*. Please make your food selection when booking your tickets so they