TRUE COLOURS.
Members of Girlguiding IW joined with Scouts for a weekend camp and activities at the IW Scouting camp site at. Corf. Entitled “True Colours” this event enabled members of Girlguiding and Scouting to enjoy time together whilst undertaking a selection of activities. With two nights under canvas the activities included Wide Games and expeditions, some […]
Red Funnel turns back the clock for a165th anniversary voyage.
On Thursday 10th September, Red Funnel transformed Red Falcon’s Signature Lounge into a Victorian first-class saloon, whisking guests back to 1861 – a world of steamship travel. Red Funnel’s connection with the Victorian era runs far deeper than this anniversary voyage. Its story stretches back through the age of steam travel, when the Isle of […]
SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2026.
Being staged between 18th-27th September this year’s Southampton International Boat Show returns to Mayflower Park and the purpose-built show marina which is home to more than 250 boats. This creates an impressive waterfront showcase unlike anywhere else in the UK. Wander through dedicated zones featuring everything from sailing yachts and powerboats to paddleboards and personal […]
CARNIVAL TIME.
With the Isle of Wight Summer carnival season now ended it is time to look back and see how Girlguiding can be promoted by entering a carnival or attending public events. Hundreds of people line routes to witness carnivals and all those taking part in processions catch the publics eye. One such case was this […]
SAILING THROUGH ROYAL HISTORY AT COMMODORES HOUSE COWES.
Girlguiding has been linked with the Royal family over the years. Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother was one of the early leaders. When Queen, she asked that a Guide Company and Brownie Pack were formed at Buckingham Palace so that her daughters Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret- Rose could become members of the Guide Association. […]
ISLAND BUSINESSES AND LOCAL GROUPS SUPPORT COWES WEEK.
Throughout North Sails Cowes Week, away from the sailing, there were plenty of activities for locals and visitors to enjoy. Several local bands and solo artistes performed at the various venues across the town including The Parade, Cowes Yacht Haven, Northwood House Lawn Lounge, Shepards Marina and not forgetting the town’s pubs. In Cowes Yacht […]
NORTH SAILS COWES WEEK-WHAT’S ON SHORESIDE
There is plenty to do in Cowes for the special 200 years regatta. Here is a selection: here seems to be several main venues for regatta events- Regatta Village on Cowes Parade, Cowes Yacht Haven and Shepards Marina. All week The Parade will be home to a wide range of retailers, food stalls, bars and […]
GIRLGUIDNG- NEW UNIFORM.
28th July 2026 Here it is: These are just a selection of what is available. There is a full range from the shop or contact Wendy (IW Commissioner) for detail of how to purchase via the IW Depot and help funds on the Island. 27th July 2026. This has been received from The Girlguiding (national) […]
I W shortlisted for prestigious Wanderlust Award.
The Isle of Wight has, once again, been recognised as one of Europe’s most outstanding island destinations after being shortlisted for ‘Most Desirable Island in Europe’ in the 2026 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards. Now celebrating its 25th year, the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards are the UK’s largest consumer-voted travel awards, with more than 200,000 travellers […]
RED FUNNEL TO SPONSOR AERIAL DISPLAY AT NORTH SAILS COWES WEEK.
Red Funnel are delighted to present a spectacular four plane aerial display at North Sails Cowes Week this year, celebrating 200 years of the iconic sailing event in 2026. Taking to the skies at 7:10pm on Thursday 6 August, the impressive aerial display line up will feature a ‘Yak-52’ and a ‘Pitts Special’ renowned for their aerobatics and […]