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New Isle of Wight Walking Festival-“IsleWalk17” – April 29th to May 2017

Take part this spring in the Island’s new walking festival IsleWalk17 which has been created by Visit Isle of Wight  to fill the (walking) boots of the popular Isle of Wight Walking Festival which was run by the IW Council for 18 years. IsleWalk17 has a packed programme of over 80 walks including long standing favourites; Walk the Wight and the Isle of ... read more

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL WITH GIRLGUIDING.

There are always numbers of opportunities for members of Girlguiding to travel to other countries with trips to the 146 countries where there is Girlguiding or Girl Scouts. Chances to travel the World arise for members within INTOPS (International Opportunities) with each Region of Girlguiding selecting members to undertake the trips. In the recent past ... read more

HIGH SHERIFF’S AWARDS 2017.

Describing the IW High Sheriff’s Awards 2017 as the highlight of his year in post, Robin Courage MBE said he had two weeks left to serve. While welcoming guests to the Awards Ceremony, Robin said he was pleased to be giving awards to some very special young people. He also introduced his successor Ben Rouse, ... read more

IW Festival Dragon Boat Race 2017 at Island Harbour

The Isle of Wight Festival is hosting the Dragon Boat Race on Thursday 27th, in partnership with Stand Up To Cancer. This is the third time a race of this kind has taken place on the island, with national and local companies competing on the water in a series of races and enjoying a day ... read more

March News

Here is some news from Girlguiding IW members of events that have taken place in March. If your Unit has any news it would like to share with the World please contact Suzanne via this website ‘Contact Us’. AMBER GAINS QUALIFICATION  Amber Corbett (14) was presented with her Young Leader Qualification by Island Commissioners Lesley Clifford ... read more

10th anniversary for Cowes Classics Week

Cowes Classics Week is back once again in July 2017 with a newly branded sponsor title- Charles Stanley Direct- a new division of Charles Stanley. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Charles Stanley Direct Cowes Classics Week is expecting up to 180 yachts to attend the event for some spectacular Solent racing.  The Royal London Yacht Club ... read more

FIRST OFFICIAL VISIT TO ISLAND FOR REGION CHIEF.

Region Chief Commissioner for Girlguiding South West England Carole Pennington took the opportunity to introduce herself and her three deputies, Liz Brown, Sarah French and Diane Bouault to Island members of Girlguiding over the weekend at two events. Island dignitaries and members of the Island’s business community attended the first event, a reception held at ... read more

Two new partners/sponsors for Cowes Week 2017

Cowes Week Ltd are delighted to announce Yachts & Yachting, the leading performance sailing magazine, as the Official Media Partner for the regatta with immediate effect. Commenting on the new partnership, Simon Temlett, Publisher, said, “2017 is a special year for Yachts & Yachting as we celebrate its 70th anniversary. One of the world’s oldest ... read more

The Isle of Wight Festival 2017 announces 18 new acts

 Added to the bill are: The Pretenders, The Kooks, Imelda May, Razorlight, Alison Moyet, Starsailor, Space, Melanie C, Scouting For Girls, Tom Chaplin, Alex Francis, Lucy Spraggan, Bang Bang Romeo, Paradisia, Wild Front, The Slow Readers Club, Showhawk Duo and Victoria. Of the exciting new additions to the bill, John Giddings says: “This makes it one ... read more

Cowes Week 2017-Update

Cowes Week Ltd are delighted to announce another addition to their family of supporting sponsors as ELEMIS joins  Cowes Week as the Official sponsor of Ladies Day. ELEMIS is the leading British skincare and spa brand. Their successful combination of powerful, natural ingredients and cutting-edge formulations proven with clinical trials has enabled ELEMIS to be ... read more