Bembridge: making landmarks in history
It has often been described over the years as the biggest village in Europe. One of its most famous inhabitants said it was
How Island lamp post helped plot ‘quakes’
Scientist John Milne, who moved to the Island with his Japanese wife Tone in 1895, actually used an iron lamp post to help
Church tribute to ‘Little Jane’
A model church, which took more than three years to build in the back garden of a house at Queen Bower, provides a lasting
St Helens Old Church
St Helens Duver is one of the gems of the Island. Spreading out to the west and the east there are beautiful walks
The Needles Battery
The Needles Battery sits at the western end of the Island, in a dramatic position overlooking the Needles, the western Solent and the
Victorian Ventnor
By Mark Fox. For me Ventnor is one of the great towns of the Island. With its own climate, a vibrant community, good
IW Brownies celebrate 100 years
The Island has always been a stronghold for Girl Guides and Brownies, so it was appropriate that many youngsters joined together to mark the
The art of helping others…
In 2010 she was awarded an MBE for her 31 years’ work as a youth worker, and her devotion to young people. In
The Hoy Monument
I first came across the Hoy Monument over 30 years ago when I was walking with my parents across St. Catherine’s Down up to
St Thomas Church
Mark Fox, continues his review of Island Churches by visiting St Thomas Church, Newport. This is the last in the series on Island churches.
Historic Islander is still taking shape
A group of enthusiasts are continuing their painstaking quest to restore a genuine piece of Island history. The project they have undertaken is
Making a massive difference
A group of 15 Islanders are among several hundred volunteers nationwide who have immersed themselves in working holidays with a difference. For them it