Business News

After almost 40 years in business, Eyeland Optical in Newport is being forced to close for good because its owner cannot find another optometrist to take his place. Proprietor Michael Tye says he has no option other than to leave...

The Island’s business community is invited to attend the much-anticipated opening of Building 41 in Cowes next week. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore this state-of-the-art facility, ask questions and learn how the project could benefit their business or...

Parkdean Resorts, the UK’s largest holiday park operator, is hiring more than 500 new recruits on the Isle of Wight over the coming months as part of a new recruitment drive for the 2023 season. With 250 different careers available...

Less than 5 years after opening its doors, Ryde-based Island VetCare has been accredited as a hospital by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) under its Practice Standards Scheme. The prestigious accreditation indicates that the practice offers the highest...

There’s less than a fortnight until entries for this year's Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce Business Awards close. Island businesses are being urged not to miss the deadline to enter for the prestigious IW Chamber Business Awards, in association...

Vectis Ventures' Parks Director, Dominic Wray, has been voted onto the The British Association of Leisure Parks, Piers and Attractions (BALPPA) Management Committee. Vectis Ventures is the parent company of Blackgang Chine and Robin Hill.  The company believe the appointment...

Isle of Wight home, DIY and garden retailer W. Hurst & Son has taken the top spot in a nationwide search to find the UK’s favourite local business. A commitment to traditional values has seen a historic Isle of Wight...

Barrow Boys, a popular greengrocer located on Ryde High Street, has announced its closure after more than 10 years in business. The family-run, independent greengrocer has been well known for selling all sorts of quality fruit and veg, alongside extras...

Churchers Solicitors has appointed Hannah Lisseter as Associate Solicitor for the firm’s Wills and Probate team. Hannah, who has joined the team at Churchers’ office in Ryde, qualified as a solicitor in 2006. She joined Churchers in October last year...

The Island School of Yoga recently honoured its 2nd class of yoga teachers as the 5 students successfully completed their teacher training course. Island School of Yoga (ISOY) was established in 2020 and runs yoga and wellbeing courses, including those...