Isle of Wight Radio

17/01/2026

A view over Culver Cliff on the Isle of Wight on a summer's day.
(c) Melanie Hobson

17/01/2026

A legal challenge over the controversial West Acre Park housing development has cost the Isle of Wight Council more than £150,000.

A legal challenge over the controversial West Acre Park housing development has cost the Isle of Wight Council more than £150,000, councillors have been told.

17/01/2026

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17/01/2026

The event, taking place from 23–25 January 2026, is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey.

The RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch returns later this month, giving Isle of Wight residents the chance to help track how garden birds are faring across the UK.

16/01/2026

We haven't done a picture quiz in a while, but this time we've done it a little differently...🥹
We've twirled this image of an Island location - can you guess where it is???

16/01/2026

A major affordable housing development in Newport is beginning to make a difference for Island families, with the first homes now handed over at the Three Oaks site.

Once finished, the site will include 87 homes for social rent and 58 available through Shared Ownership.

16/01/2026

Sunset glistening on water beside the Military Road.
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16/01/2026

The Isle of Wight Council was successful in securing funding for projects across The Bay and three additional Island locations.

The Isle of Wight Council is stepping up efforts to support biodiversity and improve green spaces.

16/01/2026

Isle of Wight Pearl has appointed Mark Wyatt as the new Head Chef at its recently revamped Pearl Café.

16/01/2026

The leader of the Isle of Wight Council has warned the authority could face a £13.4 million reduction in government funding over the next three years.

The council’s own financial assessment shows a projected budget gap of £22.7 million in 2026/27, rising to £44 million by 2028/29.

16/01/2026

The album features contributions from Island-born Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons and Isle of Wight artist Trudie Wilson.

Isle of Wight stars Jeremy Irons and Trudie Wilson have contributed to the EP.

16/01/2026

Fundamentum, led by Mr R Freeman, will convert The Fernside at 30 Station Avenue into a facility featuring 12 en-suite bedrooms, an office, and communal spaces.