Events

The countdown is on to a ‘Rocket Week’ at the National Trust’s Needles New Battery on the Isle of Wight. The activities are to celebrate the anniversary of the launch of Prospero, the first British satellite launched after rocket testing...

Get hands on with history this half term, with photo hunts and free craft activities from the council’s Newport Roman Villa to keep your little ones occupied. This half term, the villa, at Cypress Road, Newport, will be open for...

For the first time in its 200+ years, Shanklin Chine is transforming into a haven for Halloween ghosts and ghouls this half term. From Friday 15th through to Sunday 31st October the Chine will be offering a spooky experience aimed...

A series of pop-up cafes will be held at libraries across the Isle of Wight this autumn and winter, offering the opportunity to watch StoneCrabs' Our Stories Matter documentary. Our Stories Matter, filmed on the Isle of Wight as part...

Blackgang Chine and Robin Hill have you sorted for entertainment this October half-term! Join in the spooky fun at Blackgang Chine with their family-friendly Halloween event, Frights & Sprites from 11:00- 15:00 on 18th-22nd and 25th-29th October. Get gooey in...

Local author and filmmaker Felicity Fair Thompson will celebrate 80 years of Cowes Library this weekend, with readings from her new children's book inspired by The Needles Lighthouse. Felicity will be reading her latest adventure story called Grandpa’s Dear Old...

With Beer and Buses sadly cancelled for a second year, Quay Arts is excited to welcome the return of their Beer Festival this weekend - on 9th and 10th October. With free entry, exclusive bespoke ales and live music it’s...

For the very first time, Yarmouth will this year welcome visitors to enjoy ice skating in the square - a unique, magical Christmas experience like no other. 'Yarmouth on Ice' is a new venture that is set to bring some...

A special event will be held at the IW Bus & Coach Museum in Ryde this weekend (9th/10th October) to celebrate the centenary of the Vectis Bus Company. It was in October 1921 when the company began operating a small...

A charity football match is set to raise money for a defibrillator project when it takes place on 17th October. Firefighters from the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service are to battle it out on the pitch...