Food and Music IOW Podcast – Episode 2
The second full episode of the podcast FoodandMusicIOW is now available on Spotify, Apple, Google and Amazon… You can listen to the voice only version on all of them and the voice and music version on Spotify only. Episode 2 - Get the Wight Meat! The Isle of Wight Meat Company The Isle of Wight is a UNESCO Biosphere which enjoys a wealth of natural, historical, culture, and art which is available to the local inhabitants & the millions of visitors to the island over the years. Nammet means a light meal; originally a farm worker's lunch to be eaten in the
Ticket to Ryde is back! Free community event on Ryde Seafront this early May Bank Holiday Weekend
After a successful run over Easter with thousands of people in attendance, Ticket to Ryde is returning again for theweekend. The event will take place on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th April on Ryde seafront, and is free for everyone to attend. Organised by the Jack Up Events with the support of Ryde Town Council, the event takes place on Eastern Gardens, opposite the harbour. With a range of activities and entertainment for all ages, it’s is the perfect way to kick off the summer season. Visitors can expect a variety of food and drink stalls, offering delicious treats from local vendors.
Original American school bus arrives on the Isle of Wight from Texas
Retro Staycations is delighted to announce the arrival of a beautifully converted American school bus all the way from Texas, which will be available for guests to stay in throughout 2023. Spectators couldn’t fail to miss the big yellow bus making its way to the Island via Red Funnel ferries on Friday, April 21st. Freshly retired from the highways of Houston, this is an iconic split-screen bus – known as a ‘skoolie’ by all US school kids, and is the only one of its kind on the Island. Texas once carried up to 71 loud / nerdy kids to and from
Come visit the Award-Winning ‘Donkey Sanctuary’ this Spring
They rescue homeless and unwanted donkeys, giving them a loving and forever home in the beautiful Wroxall valley on the Isle of Wight. With Free entry and Free Parking, their charity relies entirely on donations, adoptions, and fundraising from the public. Without you, they would not exist. As Spring is underway, they celebrate World Donkey Day on the 8th May, so it is a fantastic opportunity to mention their Equine Clinic Appeal. The Isle of Wight does not have an equine clinic and they are determined to provide the best care and facilities for the donkeys & their vets to use. They are
Events at Osborne House fit for a KING
Osborne House have plenty of events in the upcoming months, with fun for the whole family. From open air movies during the Coronation weekend, to May half term activities, there is a lot to be seen and explore at Osborne House this spring
isleofwight.com nominated for Micro Business of the Year
We are very proud to announce that isleofwight.com has been shortlisted for Micro Business of the Year at the Official Isle of Wight Chamber's Business Awards 2023. We are humbled that our hard word since taking over isleofwight.com 3 years ago has been recognised. We have given the company a full overhaul, are going from strength to strength and are not finished yet! Thank you to the team Michael, Rachel, Abi, Ben and James. Congratulations to all the other nominations and we are already looking forward to the glittering ceremony, hosted by Shappi Khorsandi at Cowes Yacht Haven on Friday 12th May!
Ticket to Ryde returns this Easter bank holiday weekend
Ryde Esplanade will once again play host to what has become a Bank Holiday highlight as the free to attend music event, Ticket to Ryde makes a welcome return to Eastern Gardens. Organised by Jack Up Events with the support of Ryde Town Council, Ticket to Ryde is now in its 9th year. Owing to very popular demand, it will once again be returning on each of the Bank Holiday weekends throughout Spring and Summer 2023. Feel-good live music will be provided by some of the Island’s best bands and artists including Now Only, Bethan John, Momentary High, Emelia, The Pact, High
Red Funnel announces vehicle ferry timetable changes in support of essential maintenance
Red Funnel has announced it will be extending its winter timetable into the first few days of April in addition to reverting to winter hours for an 11-day period later in April. The timetable changes are the result of the operator needing more time to carry out essential maintenance to its vehicle ferries as a consequence of unpredictably prolonged and complex engine repair works onboard Red Eagle. Red Eagle’s delayed return means annual maintenance which is legally required to take place on Red Osprey and Red Falcon will also be delayed, resulting in some impact to Red Funnel’s scheduled vehicle ferry timetable. The
Jack Up Summer Party returns for two days of live music, vintage entertainment, and retro-inspired fun
The days are getting longer and the nights are getting lighter. Spring is just around the corner which means Summer is coming soon and that brings Jack Up Summer Party! The Island’s retro-themed boutique gathering returns to Retro Staycations in Ryde over the weekend of 12-13th August. Billed a ‘family-friendly celebration of popular party hits,’ this year’s line-up features a fantastic mix of some of the world’s best tribute acts from the 80s and 90s alongside performances from original artists including, fresh from their recent sell-out 60’s show at Shanklin Theatre, The Zoots ‘Sounds of the 80s’ show, Black Lace, and Island
Decorate your own Easter Tree
You may celebrate Christmas with a decorated tree, with personal decorations and memorable keepsakes, but have you ever thought about creating an Easter tree? You can decorate a tree for every season if you want and Easter is no exception. Easter trees have become a popular Easter decoration as of late, and rest assured, they're not just for one use. They can be brought out year after year, with the chance to make additional decorations every spring with the family. It might be surprising to know that Easter trees aren't entirely new, though. Originating in Germany, the Easter tree tradition initially started