Fun things to do with your little ones this season. We have lots of events being sent into us each day, so check out our 'What's On' page to find out where you can meet Father Christmas, find your local Craft Fair and support small businesses. We have Christmas tree ideas, cooking and arts a […]
Are you stuck for Christmas Present Ideas after a rather difficult 2020? Would you like to give a gift with more meaning, whilst supporting a local charity? If the answer if yes, then how about giving a gift of an adopted donkey at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary? After a difficult year, this is […]
There's no doubt we're beginning to feel Christmas in the air as we keep unpacking new arrivals for our busy Lushington store. If you're starting to shop for the festive season it's a good time to drop by.You'll find our usual mix of design-led brands, gift ideas and interiors inspiration. Bayliss & Booth www.baylissandbooth.co.ukCall 01983 528600Top […]
UKSA was honoured to welcome their Patron, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal to their site in Cowes on the morning of 9th October 2020 for an update on our Building Better Futures campaign. Launched by The Princess Royal in 2017, UKSA is privileged to have the continued support of our Patron, including a reception […]
PICK YOUR OWN PUMPKIN FROM WANDA’S PUMPKIN PATCH (All weather event) Wanda the Witch returns to Tapnell Farm Park this October half term (24th – 31st October) to grow her pumpkins in our magical soil! Accompanied by her trusty and slightly goofy scarecrow friends, Wanda will be there to help you pick your pumpkin! Make […]
The park’s popular Frights & Sprites event returns this year from 19th - 23rd & 26th – 31st October, 11am – 3pm daily. Family-friendly Halloween-themed festivities will take place including a spooky disco, fancy dress competitions and the inventive Rumpus Mansion LIVE; where the residents of the mansion come to life for an interactive walk-through […]
The Early Years sector faced big financial problems before the pandemic, now funding needs a complete re-think to ensure vital nursery staff can continue to teach the nation’s youngest citizens. Stop children being left behind before they even start at school. Cheryl Hadland, Managing Director and CEO of Tops Day Nurseries has raised concerns over […]
The Isle of Wight Council is congratulating young people who have worked hard to achieve their GCSE results, overcoming the difficulties posed in completing their courses as a result of the coronavirus (Covid-19) lockdown. The council has also welcomed the announcement that this year's results will be largely based on teacher assessment and that plans […]
Squash courts at the Island’s 1Leisure Westridge, Ryde are to reopen from the 24th of August. It is the first step in a phased reopening of the popular courts, with new measures in place to keep players and staff safe. Initially courts will open for socially distanced games and practices as set out by Squash […]