Light The South Ferry Offer
You have just two weeks left to complete the Light the South Trail, with over 40 amazing lighthouses to find! Each lighthouse is a whopping 8ft tall, with 35 hand painted original sculptures in Southampton and 5 across Cowes and East Cowes – as well as Little Lights designed by local schools, set of 8 original Little Lights on display at The East Side Curve in East Cowes from 26th August AND a free window spotting trail in Cowes and East Cowes highstreet, with maps available from any Red Funnel terminal. Whether you’re travelling to or from the Island to complete the
All The Queen’s Horses – 20th-22nd August
Join Queen Victoria at Osborne for a day at the races as Her Majesty’s horses charge into view! Place your bets and cheer on your riders against the backdrop of the Queen’s beloved island home. As merry music fills the air, immerse yourself in the thrill and excitement of exceptional horsemanship – who will reign supreme? In between these magnificent displays, enjoy dazzling sidesaddle performances, meet Victoria herself, catch a Punch & Judy show and more! Book online and save 15% here.
Blackgang Chine Season Finale Firework Display
Blackgang Chine is hosting a one-off special event to see the season out with a literal bang as they present what they say will be their biggest firework display ever. Already known for their clifftop firework displays throughout the summer, the team at Blackgang Chine are wanting to put on a show before they close for winter. Park Manager Dan White said, “We know how much people love the evening parties and firework displays of Summer Fest, so we wanted to do one final epic event to see the season out in style. We’ve worked with our pyro team, and inhouse talent
Summer activities at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
Join The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary for a summer filled with exciting activities from July 27th to August 31st 2024. Whether you're a devoted donkey lover or just seeking a fun day out, they have something for everyone, every day of the week. Daily summer activities Donkey Experiences: A favourite activity - a chance for you to get fully immersed at life at the donkey sanctuary for a couple of hours. This really is something special! You'll be with a member of their dedicated and expert team for a unique behind-the-scenes experience of the sanctuary. Find out how they care for their animals, take care
Red Funnel & Isle of Wight Foodbank announce ‘Can Drive for Cowes Week’ challenge and celebrate £14,000 in donations
Red Funnel and its Charity of the Year, the Isle of Wight Foodbank, have announced a can drive challenge to collect 1,000 cans of food by the end of Cowes Week, on 2nd August. Cans can be dropped off at any Isle of Wight foodbank collection bin located inside all of Red Funnel’s four terminals. The Foodbank is most urgently in need of canned fruits and vegetables, though all in-date canned foods are welcome. Red Funnel has also provided a mid-year fundraising update to affirm that thanks to the generosity of its customers and colleagues, the company has collected over £14,000 in
Wight Buggin’ this Autumn with Retro Staycations
This September, get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun and adventure at the Wight Buggin' Family-Friendly Camp Out! From Friday, September 13th to Sunday, September 15th, the picturesque Retro Staycations site on the Isle of Wight will transform into a vibrant haven for families and VW enthusiasts seeking a perfect getaway. Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of the Isle of Wight, Retro Staycations offers the ideal setting for a weekend filled with exciting activities, delicious food, and live music entertainment. Wight Buggin’ promises to be a spectacular chilled-out event with something for everyone, ensuring a celebration of campervan culture and
Let’s Party One Last Time
Dear Jack Up Partygoers, it is with heavy hearts that we announce this year’s Jack Up Summer Party will be our last for now and that we have decided to take a break on our festival journey. However, fear not! Everything is in place to ensure that 2024 will be a fitting celebration of 10 incredible years, please join us if you possibly can! We never imagined that what was originally intended to be a one-off celebration of the 1980’s back in 2013, would capture the hearts of so many and we would like to thank all of our loyal attendees for
Summer in the Farm Park
From Saturday 27th July to Friday 30th August, visitors at Tapnell Farm Park can enjoy a summer packed with additional daily activities and special events to keep the whole family entertained, come rain or shine. MOO-MANIA! - The Island's Ultimate Kids Rave! Every Tuesday from 30th July to 27th August, the Farm Park will be open from 10am – 8pm, so you can enjoy a day of play, then from 4pm, join us for the Island’s Ultimate Kids Rave with MOO-MANIA! Expect dance competitions, magic shows, circus games, live DJ, confetti cannons and much more! This all-weather event is included with Farm
Summer Holiday Activities at West Wight Sports and Community Centre
Every school holiday West Wight Sports and Community Centre put together a jam-packed programme of activities and the summer holidays are no different. They have a variety of sessions running from Monday 29th July to Saturday 31st August for all ages to enjoy. The land-based activities include tag rugby, youth pickleball, dance, soft archery, climbing and youth football. The water related activities include intensive swimming lessons for all abilities, kayaking, diving, pre-sailing skills, mermaid swimming, snorkelling, rookie lifesaving, fun hours and open swim sessions. Sessions start at £4 and vary for each activity, funding is available and can be applied for
BIG Bear Ride
The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is hugely excited to announce their BIG Bear Ride, which is being held on Sunday, 21st July. Two intrepid cyclists, Neil and Rolf, from the London Penny Farthing Club will be cycling across the Isle of Wight on their penny farthing bicycles dressed as BEARS! Yes, you heard that right!! Their endeavours are to help us raise funds for the rescue of Benji and Balu, two European Brown Bears who have spent their lives in a concrete cage at the side of a restaurant in Azerbaijan. The event will start from Albert Cottage in East Cowes at 9am