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Isle of Wight Festivals and Events

Isle of Wight Events 2006

2015


January 2015

 

 


February 2015

Spirit of the Orient

Date: 14/02/2015 to 23/02/2015
Location: Robin Hill

Celebrate the coming of Chinese New Year with a special series of openings of Robin Hill and the Electric woods during this February half term, 14th-23rd Feb 2015, a memorable day and evening out for all the family.

Web: www.robin-hill.com


Half Term Open week

Date: 15/02/2015 to 20/02/2015
Location: IW Steam Railway - Havenstreet

Take a stroll around Havenstreet Station, and see the restoration work being carried out in the carriage and wagon workshop. A great opportunity to enjoy Havenstreet Station and to take a ride on a diesel-hauled train

Web: www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk


March 2015

Mothers Day Specials

Date: 15/03/2015
Location: IW Steam Railway - Havenstreet

Give Mum a relaxing treat on Mothering Sunday and go for a special day out. With spring in the air it's a wonderful time to take a steam train journey through the countryside followed by lunch.


Web: www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk


Spring Nature Trail

Date: 28/03/2015 to 12/04/2015
Location: Bembridge Windmill

Make the most of your visit to the windmill with our free family nature trail "Looking for Spring."


Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk


Isle of Wight Grand National & Ashey Scurry

Date: 29/03/2015
Location: West Ashey Farm, Ryde

The Isle of Wight Grand National and Ashey Scurry is a series of amateur horse races over cross country, post and rail and natural hedges.

Web: www.iw-scurry.co.uk


Kids Go FREE and Easter Fun

Date: 29/03/2015 to 12/04/2015
Location: IW Steam Railway - Havenstreet

Kids Go Free over the Easter holiday period from 29th March to 12th April inclusive. Enjoy a great day out with the children at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway and over Easter take part in the Easter Treasure Hunt.


Web: www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk


April 2015

Cadbury Easter Egg Trail

Date: 05/04/2015
Location: Mottistone Manor Gardens

Find the clues hidden round the garden then solve the puzzle to claim your chocolate egg.


Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk


Memorial Ploughing Match

Date: 12/04/2015
Location: New Wolverton Farm

The Isle of Wight Traction Engine Club held the first Memorial Ploughing Match at Mottistone Manor Farm by kind permission of Todd and Jackie Carder on Sunday 5th April 2009. The event was organised to remember four members who sadly all passed away in 2008, all keen ploughman.

Web: www.memorialploughingmatch.co.uk


May 2015

Isle of Arts Festival

Date: 01/05/2015 to 04/05/2015
Location: Ventnor Town

A special 3 day festival to celebrate music, film, drama, art, photography and so much more. Dotted all around Ventnor Town there's a chance to see everything you want to see at this festival.

Web: www.artsisle.org


Real Ale Festival 2015

Date: 02/05/2015 to 04/05/2015
Location: IW Steam Railway - Havenstreet

With Beers sourced from local island brewers, as well as around the country, what better place to relax and enjoy a steam train ride whilst relaxing with your favourite tipple, or maybe trying something new?

Web: www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk


Isle of Wight Walking Festival

Date: 02/05/2015 to 17/05/2015

The Island has over 500 miles of well- maintained and signposted footpaths around 30 miles of Heritage Coastline, while more than half of the Island is recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Web: www.isleofwightwalkingfestival.co.uk


Walk The Wight 2015

Date: 10/05/2015

From humble beginnings in 1991, Walk the Wight is now regarded as the largest annual fund-raising event on the Island. Every year, thousands of walkers journey from one end of the Island to the other in aid of the Earl Mountbatten Hospice. With several walks to choose from, this event is accessible to all, whether you are an experienced hiker or looking for a fun-filled family day out.

Web: www.iwhospice.org


Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair

Date: 16/05/2015
Location: Wolverton Manor

The fifth annual Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair will take place in the stunning grounds of Wolverton Manor, Shorwell, IW on Saturday 16th May 2015. 11.30am to 8.00pm

After a sell-out successful launch in 2011, the festival has been gaining momentum with fantastic bands/artists each year along with locally produced food, children's activities, tea tent and not forgetting the Real Ale tent!

Very pleased to announce our very special guest at Wolverton Folk & Blues this year...DAVE KELLY

One of the very best blues vocalists and slide guitarists this country has ever produced, Dave is well known for his 20+ years with The Blues Band with umpteen band albums and almost as many solo albums to his name. From the beginning, he's played with some of the greatest blues artists in the world – Howling Wolf, John Lee Hooker, Son House & Buddy Guy. He's had his own Dave Kelly Band on and off, for over 20 years as well as performing solo and touring an acoustic blues duo show with Paul Jones – this man simply lives and loves the blues and will be appearing at Wolverton on his UK Solo tour.

With an IW real ale beer tent, BBQ, Tea Tent, children's activities, Circus Skills and Morris Dancing, The Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair looks set to be a great opportunity to enjoy top live music and great festival food, set against the backdrop of the beautiful West Wight scenery.

In aid of Leukaemia Research and Brighstone School.

Ticket Information: £6 (£9 on the gate). Children under 12, Free

Advance tickets available from: The Village Shop, Brighstone,
                                              Shorwell Shop,
                                              Briddlesford Farm Shop,
                                              Brighstone School,
                                              Waterstone’s bookshop, Newport.

Web: www.wolvertonmanor.com


Festival of Transport

Date: 17/05/2015
Location: IW Steam Railway - Havenstreet

Featuring an array of railway and road vehicles of all shapes and sizes, the focus will be on transport from the last 60 years. Every vehicle on display is someone’s pride and joy, and they want to show it off to you. If you just love cars and heritage transport come and see them all displayed!

Web: www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk



Yarmouth Old Gaffers Festival

Date: 30/05/2015 to 01/06/2015
Location: Yarmouth

Yarmouth's picturesque harbour will be filled with life and colour with more than 100 visiting traditional sailing, steam and motor vessels, including the cream of the Old Gaffers fleet.

Web: www.yarmoutholdgaffersfestival.co.uk


Newport Jazz Weekend

Date: 28/05/2015 to 31/05/2015

Now in its fourth year, Newport Jazz Weekend will take place from 28-31 May 2015. The programme has been finalised and discounted "early bird" tickets are now available on line and from the Isle of Wight County Press Shop.

Web: www.newportjazzweekend.co.uk


June 2015

Isle of Wight Music Festival

Date: 11/06/2015 to 14/06/2015
Location: Seaclose Park, Newport

Newports Seaclose Park is transformed every year into the biggest event on the Isle of Wight. Attracting some of the biggest names in pop, with 2015 set to be no exception, people of all ages and places visit for this spectacular weekend! This years favourites include Fleetwood Mac, Prodigy and Pharell with a third headlliner still to be announced!

Web: www.isleofwightfestival.co.uk


Festival of the sea

Date: 22/06/2015 to 29/06/2015
Location: Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight Festival of the Sea will take place across the Island over seven days in June. During that period there will be a wide range of activities, events and promotions taking place, all revolving around the theme of the sea. These events will include musical events, art displays, fishing, cookery displays and food-tasting, opportunities to charter boats, open days and talks.


The Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society County Show

Date: 27/06/2015
Location: Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society Show Ground, Northwood

The Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society supports, and raises awareness of, agriculture and the natural environment on the Isle of Wight. They host the Royal Isle of Wight County Show that dates back to the reign of Queen Victoria. It's a traditional county show with entertainment for all!

Web: www.riwas.org.uk


JP Morgan Fleming Round the Island Yacht Race

Date: 27/06/2015
Location: Cowes

Round the Island race sets sail from Cowes and races around the Island and back to the start line, where over 1,700 boats take part. You can catch the race from most coastal places, but some great local spots can be found at Fort Victoria in Yarmouth or Ventnor Seafront.

Web: www.roundtheisland.org.uk


July 2015

Cowes Classics Week

Date: 20/07/2015 to 24/07/2015
Location: Cowes

Cowes Classics Week is for all Metre boats, Classic Racing Dayboats and One Designs, Classic Cruisers and Old Gaffers.

Web: www.cowesclassicsweek.org


V-Dub Festival

Date: 23/07/2015 to 27/07/2015

A special themed festival for all V-Dub enthusiasts. A chilled, laid-back weekend full of music, entertainers and fancy dress, and a drive out over the weekend, its fun for all enthusiasts.

Web: www.v-dubisland.com


America's Cup World Series

Date: 23/07/2015 to 26/07/2015
Location: off Ryde

The new foiling AC45s catamarans are going to be faster and even more exciting than ever before and will provide an awesome viewing experience – come and cheer them on!

Web: www.americascup.com


RYS Bicentenary Regatta

Date: 25/07/2015 to 31/07/2015
Location: off Cowes

Come and watch the magnificent J-class yachts, old classics and modern flyers competing in the prestigious Royal Yacht Squadron Bicentenary regatta

Web: www.rys.org.uk


August 2015

Cowes Dinghy Week

Date: 01/08/2015 to 05/08/2015
Location: Cowes

Cowes Dinghy Week is a bit of an adventure for the visitor. One of the major attractions of sailing at Gurnard is that it rarely fails to be exciting and challenging. With good sea breezes, a strong tide and choppy water it’s always a rewarding sail.

Web: www.gurnardsc.org.uk


Jack up The 80s

Date: 08/08/2015 to 09/08/2015
Location: Newchurch

back for a third week, Jack Up The 80s is a perfect family friendly festival. This festival is the perfect opportunity to reminisce about the 80s, don your fluorescent clothing and dig out your leg warmers!

Web: www.facebook.com/JackUpThe80s


Cowes Week 2015

Date: 08/08/2015 to 15/08/2015
Location: Cowes

Cowes Week is a fusion of many exciting elements, with its great mix of competitive sailing and social activities.

Web: www.aamcowesweek.co.uk


Ventnor Fringe Festival

Date: 11/08/2015 to 16/08/2015
Location: Ventnor

The Isle of Wights very own answer to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Ventnor Fringe Festival attracts artists and performers from all over the world to perform in around around the Ventnor Town Centre.

Web: www.ventnorexchange.co.uk


Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

Date: 15/08/2015 to 16/08/2015
Location: Fighting Cocks Crossroads Sandown

With over 300 stalls, music, events and attractions, and of course the main theme of garlic, one of Britains best food festivals returns for another year.

Web: www.garlic-festival.co.uk


Yarmouth Carnival Week

Date: 15/08/2015 to 22/08/2015
Location: Yarmouth

A week of events held around Yarmouth town, for all ages to get involved in.

Web: www.yarmouthcarnival.org.uk


The 40th Island Steam Show

Date: 22/08/2015 to 25/08/2015
Location: IW Steam Railway - Havenstreet

Bursting with surprises, the 40th Island Steam Show is your Special Summer Holiday Family Day Out! Ideal for families with children of all ages, it is packed with plenty of displays, train rides and events for all the family!

Web: www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk


Ryde Carnival

Date: 27/08/2015
Location: Ryde

Ryde Main Carnival is the second of the carnival’s that Ryde Carnival Association stage. On a warm summers evening locals and visitors line the streets to get a taste of what’s to come, friends old and new meet and have fun.

Web: www.rydecarnival.com


September 2015

Wolverton Manor Garden Fair

Date: 05/09/2015 to 06/09/2015
Location: Shorwell

The gates open at 10.00 and close at 17.00 with entrance £6.00 for adults and children under 12 are free. There are special price plans for families and two day tickets are availabe. The emphasis is on the visiting nurseries alongside the wonderful Island nurseries with all the associated activities of a genuine Garden Fair with every sort of entertainment for every sort of person.

Web: www.gardenfair.org.uk


Isle of Wight Cycling Festival

Date: 05/09/2015 to 27/09/2015

Each day of the festival offers cyclists the opportunity to sample different cycling routes that will take in the most picturesque areas of the Island as well as local landmarks.

Web: www.sunseaandcycling.com


Bestival

Date: 10/09/2015 to 13/09/2015
Location: Robin Hill Country Adventure Park Newport

The multi-award winning Bestival marks the end of the major festival season, and it takes place here on the Isle of Wight. With more camping space, the addition of a vintage cinema and the appearance of Orbital, this year is set to be bigger and better than ever before. Along wtih its annual theme, why notget your ticket and your welly boots and start costume-hunting!

Web: www.bestival.net


Little Britain Challenge Cup Regatta

Date: 10/09/2015 to 13/09/2015
Location: Cowes

The Little Britain Challenge Cup is a sailing regatta for the construction industry, and with more than 3000 competitors, makes it the biggest regatta in the UK after Cowes Week.

Web: www.littlebritain.co.uk


October 2015

Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Weekend

Date: 23/10/2015 to 26/10/2015

With more than half the Island recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Autumn Walking Weekend with over 60 walks is a must for visitors and locals alike.

Web: www.isleofwightwalkingfestival.co.uk


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