Island News – Girlguiding Isle Of Wight

SKY- new sponsor for IW Festival & Virgin Radio UK join the party with Neon Jungle Theme.

Organisers of the IW Festival are thrilled to announce that Sky will be the headline sponsor of the Isle of Wight Festival, in a multi-year deal. The exclusive partnership, that confirms the event as Sky’s first major festival partner, will see content from the festival broadcast across three Sky TV channels, as well as immersive and ... read more

New walks added and headline sponsor announced for Spring I.W. Walking Festival.

A second wave of walks have been added to the Spring Isle of Wight Walking Festival, to be held between 10 and 18 May. This event, now proudly sponsored by Outdooractive, invites walkers of all abilities to explore the breathtaking landscapes, charming villages and stunning coastline. With 68 walks to choose from, this event promises ... read more

Isle of Wight “Mums” Get Free Travel.

On Sunday 30th March, Red Funnel is offering all Mums free foot passenger travel between Cowes and Southampton on its Hi-Speed Red Jet service, when Mum is travelling with a paying “child”. Whether you are a child aged 5 years old or 50 years old and travelling with your Mum, a Step-Mum or a motherly ... read more

FURTHER ACTS ANNOUNCED FOR THE ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL 2025

With around 100 days to go until the gates open, BRIT Award nominees, hotly tipped talent, musical legends and 2025 Eurovision contenders have been added to the line up for the 2025 Isle of Wight Festival, taking place over the weekend of 19th – 22nd June. Razorlight, Yard Act, English Teacher, Midge Ure, Pale Waves, ... read more

NEXT-GENERATION IW ELECTRIC FERRY.

Red Funnel Ferries and Artemis Technologies are delighted to announce the successful completion of the first phase of their partnership, announced in July 2024. Completion of this milestone, marked by the signing of agreements between the companies, now means that the partnership enters the construction and delivery stage of the programme. Crew training will begin ... read more

EFFE SEAL FOR IW CULTURAL FESTIVALS.

Creative Island is delighted to announce that the Isle of Wight has officially been awarded the prestigious EFFE Seal for its commitment to cultural festivals. This achievement celebrates the Island’s remarkable contribution to cultural and artistic excellence,elevating its vibrant festival scene to a global stage.The EFFE Seal, a hallmark of quality for Europe’s most distinguished ... read more

Supporting Isle of Wight Residents.

Red Funnel has announced that Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) will be the company’s Charity of the Year for the duration of 2025. This announcement follows the results of a vote by the Isle of Wight community, Red Funnel colleagues and customers. Wessex Cancer Support IOW and The Wight Brainy were ... read more

New IW map – ideal for camp sites & hikes.

Outdooractive, Europe’s largest outdoor activity and tourism digital platform, has announced the release of its latest UK map update. This update includes work enabled by cooperation with Isle of Wight Council and Visit Isle of Wight to deliver the best interactive outdoor activities map for the Isle of Wight. Outdooractive’s new UK map is set ... read more

Zeb from Wildheart Animal Sanctuary up for Award.

Zeb Fisher who has helped to arrange and support Girlguiding IW visits to the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Sandown is up for an award. Incredible Zeb has been shortlisted for a national VisitEngland Tourism Superstar award. When Girlguiding IW members were undertaking the Day and Night with Tigers Badges Zeb invited everyone to the attraction at ... read more

Red Funnel invites customers and the Island community to vote for its next Charity of the Year.

Red Funnel has opened the public vote for it’s annual Charity of the Year programme. Three charities all contending for the 2025 title have been shortlisted by Red Funnel following an internal review and staff vote. Making the shortlist: Since beginning its Charity of the Year programme back in 2015, Red Funnel has invited local ... read more

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