For her late Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June a Tree of Trees was erected outside Buckingham Palace. This work of natural art comprised 350 separate Silver Birch trees. Originally Oak trees were planned to be used but this proved too difficult due to the root growth on the oaks. Councils and municipal authorities …
Two of Girlguiding IWs Commissioners were honoured to be invited by the IW Lord-Lieutenant (Mrs Susie Sheldon) to her Awards Ceremony for 2022. The Royal Yacht Squadron hosted H.M. Lord- Lieutenant of the Isle of Wight Awards and both Linda Stone (Island Commissioner) and Donna Sanders (Assistant Island Commissioner) were very pleased to attend. A …
Girlguiding Isle of Wight leaders from across the Island joined together recently for an Awards Ceremony hosted by Island Commissioner Linda Stone. Proceedings were commenced by Linda welcoming local dignitaries to the event- these included the Honorable Mrs. D. Nicholson DL, Kay Marriott JPThe Island’s High Sheriff and her husband Brian, Claire Critchison, Chair Isle …
On Sunday Newport Minster was the venue for a special commemorative service marking the death of her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll. For members of the public who were unable to be seated in the full Minster the service was relayed to a screen outside in St. Thomas’ Square. Guests included His Majesty’s Lord- Lieutenant …
His Majesty King Charles III was publicly proclaimed as the new sovereign at a historic ceremony at St James’ Palace in London on Saturday 10th September2022. Following a centuries’ old tradition, there were also local Proclamations to announce the accession to the throne of our new monarch. Residents were invited to join the High Sheriff …
Floral tributes have been laid by IW High Sheriff, Kay Marriott JP and by the Chairman of the Isle of Wight Council, Councillor Claire Critchison as a mark of respect to Her Late Majesty, The Queen. Each laid a posy of white lilies and roses at Church Litten, in Newport, where many residents have paid …
Girlguiding statement on the death of Her Majesty The Queen “It is with profound sadness that we at Girlguiding have learned today- 8th September 2022- of the death of our Patron, Her Majesty The Queen. Our deepest sympathies are with the Royal Family at this very sad time. Her Majesty The Queen had a long …
This Tour will become the biggest-ever sporting event to take place on Isle of Wight soil when the race finishes here on Sunday 11 September. Stage 8 promises unforgettable experiences for riders and fans alike, owing to the spectacular 150-kilometre route from Ryde to The Needles. Not only will the route showcase the island to a worldwide …
Brownies from the 10th Newport Unit were certainly on top of the World recently when members undertook tree climbing. Following instructions from the team at Goodleaf Tree Climbing which is based in Ryde all the Brownies enjoyed their exploits which took them into the treetops to some 30+metres. Following health and safety instructions which included …
Cowes hosted a four- day celebration of the 50th anniversary of the death of one of the Island’s most colourful characters Uffa Fox. Throughout Thursday various examples of boats designed or built by Uffa were arriving in the town. Some took pride of place on Cowes Parade whilst others were mustered at Shepards Marina. Royal …