Isle of Wight News and Events
Planning your Isle of Wight trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Isle of Wight such as events and attractions, to make your Isle of Wight visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Isle of Wight, you’ll find everything you need for your Isle of Wight holiday on Whats On in Isle of Wight.com. Our What’s On Isle of Wight guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Isle of Wight – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Isle of Wight by checking out our Events page.
See what's On in Isle of Wight. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
Whats on in Isle of Wight Local News
Isle Of Wight News 21 February 2026
The delightful Isle of Wight village that boasts a picturesque harbour
Bembridge is a village that can be found on the eastern part of the Isle of Wight, which is known for its picturesque harbour Isle of Wight County Press | News…
Isle Of Wight News 5 February 2026
Red Funnel-owned Hythe Ferry put up for sale
Hythe Ferry’s future remains uncertain as the company behind the historic service is put up for sale in a bid to find a new operator to revive the long‑suspended link. Isle of Wight County Press | News…
Isle Of Wight News 20 January 2026
Crash closes major route in Ventnor
A crash has led to the closure of a major route Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. Isle of Wight County Press | News…
Isle Of Wight News 3 January 2026
Scheduled road closures to be aware of this January
Several road closures are scheduled for the Isle of Wight in January 2026. Isle of Wight County Press | News…
Isle Of Wight News 18 December 2025
Councils asked for views on postponing next year’s local elections
Councils across Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight, have formally been asked for their views on postponing next year’s local elections. Isle of Wight County Press | News…
Isle Of Wight News 2 December 2025
Celebrations as 140 gather on the Island for Diwali festival of lights event
Isle of Wight celebrates Diwali 2025 in style with big party Isle of Wight County Press | News…
Isle Of Wight News 16 November 2025
Travel and traffic updates for the Island on Sunday, November 16
We’re bringing you LIVE traffic and travel updates for Sunday, November 16 Isle of Wight County Press | News…
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Isle of Wight Observer
- Young cyclist Finley races to third placeby Isle of Wight Observer on 5 November 2026 at 3:54 pm
Finley Manser-Grundy produced an impressive performance at Sunday’s Wessex Cyclocross League […]
- Priory Prize Dayby Isle of Wight Observer on 5 November 2026 at 2:49 pm
Pupils, parents, staff and former students gathered at the historic St Mildred’s Church, […]
- Get your Mince Pie Marathon orders inby Isle of Wight Observer on 5 November 2026 at 2:42 pm
The popular Mince Pie Marathon is returning this festive season, with Islanders being encouraged to […]
- Prom plodders raise £375 for Shanklin Age Concernby Isle of Wight Observer on 5 November 2026 at 12:57 pm
A determined group of walkers aged between 65 and 95 proved that age is no barrier to keeping […]
County Press
- Isle of Wight women's groups share reports and photosby loril@iwcpmail.co.uk | Lori Little on 7 November 2026 at 5:00 am
The Isle of Wight's women's groups have been busy.
- Free parking for EV drivers to end in council car parksby rufus.pickles@iwcpmail.co.uk | Rufus Pickles on 5 November 2026 at 6:15 pm
The change will bring Isle of Wight Council EV parking arrangements into line with those applying […]
- Major refurbishment work underway on Hovertravel footbridge in Rydeby Fraser.Simpson@newsquest.co.uk | Fraser Simpson on 5 November 2026 at 6:00 pm
Hovertravel footbridge in Ryde closes for repainting and composite decking, with passengers […]
- Council slammed for "secrecy and exclusion" over new improvement boardby rufus.pickles@iwcpmail.co.uk | Rufus Pickles on 5 November 2026 at 5:00 pm
Cllr Chris Jarman, who leads County Hall’s All for Islanders group, broke ranks after the Isle of […]
- Hovertravel down to one hovercraft until spring as major refurbishment startsby zach.saunders@iwcpmail.co.uk | Zach Saunders on 5 November 2026 at 4:50 pm
Hovertravel to run one hovercraft between Ryde and Southsea, while Solent Flyer undergoes […]

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