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 […]
IW COUNTY SHOW- A HOT SPOT FOR 2026.
This year’s IW County Show, presented by the Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society at their Northwood Show Ground was, once again, held on two very hot days. This hot weather means that even greater care has to be given to make sure the animals taking part are comfortable and that visitors to the show […]
North Sails Cowes Week- starts 1st August.
With a special 200 anniversary event this year, North Sails Cowes Week will commence on the 1st August. There will be all the usual sailing and entertainment with on shore events across the town and East Cowes. There really is something for everyone so head “Down Cowes” and have a good time. Special events this […]
Visit to Blackgang Chine.
Members of Girlguiding Isle of Wight, including Brownies, Guides, Rangers, Young Leaders and Leaders recently enjoyed a visit to Blackgang Chine, the Island’s oldest and most established theme park. These members belong to Units in Seaview and East Cowes, and on a bright and sunny day everyone had a very good time. One of the […]