Isle of Wight Observer

30/09/2026

A very special evening, where live music, history, and atmosphere come together in the unique setting of the museum, will take place on October 9.

A very special evening, where live music, history, and atmosphere come together in the unique setting of the museum, will take place on October 9. The enchanting programme will feature works by Handel, Mozart, and Lennon-McCartney,

29/09/2026

Vectis Radio is celebrating, after its 4PS Radio Training School won the Community Group Award at the BBC Radio Solent ‘Make A Difference’ awards. The ceremony, held at the Utilita Bowl, near Southampton, honoured organisations making a positive impact across the region.

Vectis Radio is celebrating, after its 4PS Radio Training School won the Community Group Award at the BBC Radio Solent 'Make A Difference' awards. The ceremony, held at the Utilita Bowl, near Southampton, honoured organisations

29/09/2026

Island gymnast, Holly, has been crowned a national silver medallist after an impressive performance at the Independent Gymnastics Association Championships, against gymnasts from across the UK.

Island gymnast, Holly, has been crowned a national silver medallist after an impressive performance at the Independent Gymnastics Association Championships, against gymnasts from across the UK. Holly, who trains with Legacy Elite Gymnastics Academy, in Newport,

29/09/2026

Wartime stories from Islanders, who lived through WWII, are to be brought to life on stage, after Carisbrooke Castle Museum secured £40,000 in funding.

The museum has received the money through an Arts Council National Lottery Project Grant, as part of the ‘Unlocking Collections’ fund, which aims to increase public engagement with museum collections.

Wartime stories from Islanders, who lived through WWII, are to be brought to life on stage, after Carisbrooke Castle Museum secured £40,000 in funding. The museum has received the money through an Arts Council National Lottery

29/09/2026

TG Jones, formerly WH Smith in Ryde High Street, is to close for good next year. The closure of the stationary store on January 9, follows the implementation of a court-approved restructuring plan.

TG Jones, formerly WH Smith in Ryde High Street, is to close for good next year. The closure of the stationary store on January 9, follows the implementation of a court-approved restructuring plan. A spokesman confirmed:

27/09/2026

Brading Roman Villa celebrated the start of autumn, with a fun-filled Apple Day, combining the landscape, harvesting, and living history.

27/09/2026

Residents, staff, and families, at Vecta House care home, have celebrated a 'Good' rating in the latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection.

27/09/2026

Around 1,200 people poured into the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, last Saturday, as the charity marked its 50th anniversary with one of its biggest celebrations to date. Families enjoyed food and drink stalls, live performers, musicians and, of course, the antics of the Sanctuary’s residents - including much‑loved bears Benji and Balu, who proved as popular as ever.

Around 1,200 people poured into the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, last Saturday, as the charity marked its 50th anniversary with one of its biggest celebrations to date. Families enjoyed food and drink stalls, live performers, musicians

27/09/2026

Halls across the Island hosted heritage and historical events, including an open day at Alverstone Village Hall, featuring a collection of photos and artefacts from Nick Rayner, who lived in the village for more than 60 years. The exhibition included details of the railway line and station, from where he caught the train to the local school.

27/09/2026

The croquet season came to an end last weekend, with the very popular Thornton Trophy, which attracted 28 players for a doubles competition.

The tournament requires skilful organisation, as the intention is that, over a five-game round robin, everyone is paired with a different partner in each round and plays against different opponents. Each pairing also features an experienced player alongside a less experienced player.

The croquet season came to an end last weekend, with the very popular Thornton Trophy, which attracted 28 players for a doubles competition. The tournament requires skilful organisation, as the intention is that, over a five-game