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
St Andrew’s Church
Mark Fox continues his review of Island churches by visiting St Andrew’s, Chale. St. Andrew’s Church is one of the most beautiful churches on
A bit of island hopping
We visit Guernsey to discover why it remains such a popular holiday escape. Inevitably comparisons are drawn between the Isle of Wight and
Karen Eeles: I’m not retiring just yet!
In an exclusive Island Life interview Karen Eeles looks back on her demanding role as fund raising manager, and her highs and lows,
Remembering V-1 bombings
For the people of Southern England, including the Isle of Wight, the arrival of the V-1 was a stark reminder that despite the
St Mary’s Church
Mark Fox continues his tour of Island churches by calling into the picturesque village of Brighstone. St Mary the Virgin, Brighstone, is a
Alf Allen: life not so ‘royal’
The Royal National Hospital stood in Ventnor for nearly 100 years. Initially opened in 1869 as the National Cottage Hospital for Consumption and