Cowes Week 2016

Cowes week 2016 has started with a BANG! The longest running  (and one of the biggest) regattas in the world has set up in Cowes for this years fun.

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• Whats on during Cowes Week
• The different areas in the Town
• What bands will be headlining the main stages
• When you can see the Red Arrows
• What is the best way to view the Fireworks, the culmination of Cowes Week

In the News

Tony tells us about Hollywood moving to the Island to film a new blockbuster, and Ali discusses the recent comments made by David Hoare.

Food and Drink

In this weeks food and drink with enjoy a sandwich and chips (well sort of chips) at the Astoria resturant in Sandown

Links you may find helpful 

Cowes Week

Astoria Cafe

David Hoare

Film at Osbourne House

Our Sponsor for this show is The Wight Choice Card

The Wight Choice is a local loyalty card scheme for the Isle of Wight that rewards you for shopping locally. Show your Wight Choice card when using one of the 50 participating businesses on the Island and receive a discount.

Like us the guys at The Wight Choice believe in supporting local, independent businesses.

The way it works is that you purchase your card online and you will receive a card in the post. Then you show it at one of the participating businesses and you’ll receive discounts from 10 to 50%.

No vouchers, no hassle, and only one yearly fee. If you use our affiliate link to purchase your Card you will get an additional 10% off making the card even better value at £13.50. Considering you could save hundreds of pounds on your day-to-day living cost, we think that’s great value for money.

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Events on the Isle of Wight During August

We are back after our holidays, and super excited!! August (in Tonys opinion) is the the best month of the year for spending time on the Isle of Wight, with tnnes of events scheduled throughout the month. In this weeks episode we look at the very best of what is happening during the summer holidays.

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• Whats on during the month of August
• What not to miss
• Our favourite events on the Island
• All the dates for the key festivals and events
• Top tips in where and how to get the best vantage point.

In the News

Due to it being our returning episode the New is a bit of a cheat and we discuss the wedding of the year which took place on the Island in July.

Food and Drink

In this weeks food and drink with enjoy a coffee and cake with some unusual creatures at West Wight Alpacas

Links you may find helpful 

West Wight Alpacas 

Cowes Week

Garlic Festival

Chale Show

V-Dub Festival

Ventnor Fringe

Jack up the80's

Classic Isle Festival

IOW Scooter Rally

Island Steam Show

Shanklin Carnival

Sandown Carnival

Ryde Carnival

Ventnor Carnival

Healing Festival

Yaverland Sandcastle Competition

Our Sponsor for this show is The Wight Choice Card

The Wight Choice is a local loyalty card scheme for the Isle of Wight that rewards you for shopping locally. Show your Wight Choice card when using one of the 50 participating businesses on the Island and receive a discount.

Like us the guys at The Wight Choice believe in supporting local, independent businesses.

The way it works is that you purchase your card online and you will receive a card in the post. Then you show it at one of the participating businesses and you’ll receive discounts from 10 to 50%.

No vouchers, no hassle, and only one yearly fee. If you use our affiliate link to purchase your Card you will get an additional 10% off making the card even better value at £13.50. Considering you could save hundreds of pounds on your day-to-day living cost, we think that’s great value for money.

What are you waiting for! 

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The Isle of Wight Festival 2016

It's that time again where we give you the low down of the first (and arguably) one of the best festivals of the calender year, the Isle of Wight Festival 2016

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• the best band to see at this years festival
• What are the areas at this years festival
• Added extras for staying at the festival
• Food and drink purchases in and around the festival site

In the News

Tony talks about an Island resident who took the council to court and won in relation to taking his children out of school for a family holiday, and a former resident who has qualified for the Olympics in Rio. Ali discusses the most recent landslip in Yaverland.

Links you may find helpful 

Isle of Wight Festival

Jon Platt - School holidays verdict

Jess Andrews - Rio Olympics

Yaverland land slip

Please vote for us at the UK Podcasters Awards by clicking this link

Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here - Tickets cost £200 with the booking fee

Our Sponsor for this show is The Wight Choice Card

The Wight Choice is a local loyalty card scheme for the Isle of Wight that rewards you for shopping locally. Show your Wight Choice card when using one of the 50 participating businesses on the Island and receive a discount.

Like us the guys at The Wight Choice believe in supporting local, independent businesses.

The way it works is that you purchase your card online and you will receive a card in the post. Then you show it at one of the participating businesses and you’ll receive discounts from 10 to 50%.

No vouchers, no hassle, and only one yearly fee. If you use our affiliate link to purchase your Card you will get an additional 10% off making the card even better value at £13.50. Considering you could save hundreds of pounds on your day-to-day living cost, we think that’s great value for money.

What are you waiting for! 

It’s easy! Simply click here, follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox!

*Please note we will receive a commission for any cards that are purchased using the link in our website. It will not cost you any extra, in fact it actually costs you less if you use our links.

May Bank Holiday 2016

In this weeks episode discuss all the great thinks that are happening on the Isle of Wight during this years May Bank Holiday.

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• what events are happening
• Where is the best place to enjoy your extra day off
• Our top tips for a fabulous bank holiday

In the News

Tony talks about a former Island resident who helped Leicester win the premier league, and an article written by the super famous Anneka Rice. Ali discusses the emergence of a sink hole on a Ryde Street.

Food and Drink

In this weeks episode we discuss a small but excellent cafe above Skin Trade in Newport

Links you may find helpful 

Isle of Wight Lambretta Day

Mottistone Manor

Barton Manor

Needles Half Marathon

Victoria's Fabulous Fete

Osbourne House

Bembridge Street Fair

Festival of Heros Brading Roman Villa

Carisbrooke Castle

Skintrade

Please vote for us at the UK Podcasters Awards by clicking this link

Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here - Tickets cost £200 with the booking fee

Our Sponsor for this show is The Wight Choice Card

The Wight Choice is a local loyalty card scheme for the Isle of Wight that rewards you for shopping locally. Show your Wight Choice card when using one of the 50 participating businesses on the Island and receive a discount.

Like us the guys at The Wight Choice believe in supporting local, independent businesses.

The way it works is that you purchase your card online and you will receive a card in the post. Then you show it at one of the participating businesses and you’ll receive discounts from 10 to 50%.

No vouchers, no hassle, and only one yearly fee. If you use our affiliate link to purchase your Card you will get an additional 10% off making the card even better value at £13.50. Considering you could save hundreds of pounds on your day-to-day living cost, we think that’s great value for money.

What are you waiting for! 

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Robin Hill Country Park

In this weeks episode we take you on a journey through Robin Hill country park and all that it has to offer

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• What you will find in the park
• Hidden Gems to keep your eye out for
• Our Top Tips for a fantastic day
• Our highlights of the park
• what's new in the park
• the best way to get around Robin Hill

In the News

This week in the news Tony talks "Bin Gate 2" with the revelation that the new bins are not compatible with the rubbish trucks. Ali talks about the potential sad closure of Priory Bay Hotel and the exciting news of the up coming Pod Cast Awards!!

Food and Drink

In this weeks food and drink with enjoy a coffee and cake in a Cafe with an amazing view! Aptly named the view cafe in St Helens

Links you may find helpful 

Robin Hill

Priory Bay Hotel

View Cafe St Helens

Please vote for us at the UK Podcasters Awards by clicking this link

Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here - Tickets cost £200 with the booking fee

Our Sponsor for this show is The Wight Choice Card

The Wight Choice is a local loyalty card scheme for the Isle of Wight that rewards you for shopping locally. Show your Wight Choice card when using one of the 50 participating businesses on the Island and receive a discount.

Like us the guys at The Wight Choice believe in supporting local, independent businesses.

The way it works is that you purchase your card online and you will receive a card in the post. Then you show it at one of the participating businesses and you’ll receive discounts from 10 to 50%.

No vouchers, no hassle, and only one yearly fee. If you use our affiliate link to purchase your Card you will get an additional 10% off making the card even better value at £13.50. Considering you could save hundreds of pounds on your day-to-day living cost, we think that’s great value for money.

What are you waiting for! 

It’s easy! Simply click here, follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox!

*Please note we will receive a commission for any cards that are purchased using the link in our website. It will not cost you any extra, in fact it actually costs you less if you use our links.

Information for DogOwners on the Isle of Wight

In this weeks episode we answer a listeners question about whereis the best place to enjoy the Isle of Wight whilst walking yourdog .

What we will tell youabout in this episode:

• How to bring your dog to the Isle of Wight
• What beaches are open to dogs all year
• Where you can stay with your dog
• What attractions allow dogs in

Inthe News

This week in the news Tony talks about the latest IslandRandonee and the clothing choices of two specific participants. Alidiscusses a new crowd funding scheme set up by Bebe'cinno inNewport to raise funds for a new soft play area.

Foodand Drink

In this weeks food and drink with enjoy a coffee and cake in aVictorian setting, in Ryde's Royal Esplanade hotel

Linksyou may find helpful 

Randonee

Bebe'cinno

Esplanade Hotel

Accommodation for Dogs

Open Beeches for Dogs

Attractions open to Dogs

Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here -Tickets cost £200 with the booking fee

Our Sponsorfor this show is The Wight Choice Card

The Wight Choice is a local loyalty card scheme for the Isle ofWight that rewards you for shopping locally. Show your Wight Choicecard when using one of the 50 participating businesses on theIsland and receive a discount.

Like us the guys at The Wight Choice believe in supportinglocal, independent businesses.

The way it works is that you purchase your card online and youwill receive a card in the post. Then you show it at one of theparticipating businesses and you’ll receive discounts from 10 to50%.

No vouchers, no hassle, and only one yearly fee. If you use ouraffiliate link to purchase your Card you will get an additional 10%off making the card even better value at £13.50. Considering youcould save hundreds of pounds on your day-to-day living cost, wethink that’s great value for money.

What are you waitingfor! 

It’s easy! Simply click here, follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soonhave your personalised Wight Choice card pop through yourletterbox!

*Please note we will receive a commission for any cards thatare purchased using the link in our website. It will not cost youany extra, in fact it actually costs you less if you use ourlinks.

An Interview with the co-founder of the Wight Choice Card

This week we interview Will Darling, an Isle of Wight entrepreneur and co-founder of the Wight Choice card, a loyalty card promoting local Island Businesses.

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• What is the Wight Choice Card;
• How did it start and what is the purpose of the card;
• How you can purchase your own card;
• Some of the businesses where you can receive a discount;
• Exciting news with the upcoming one year anniversary;
• Whats next for the Wight Choice Card;
• Will's top tip for Coffee and Cake;
• Will's tips for new visitors including his best beach.

In the News

This week in the news Tony brings two exciting stories regarding a new helicopter landing pad in Arreton and the announcement of the first official Isle of Wight day. Ali brings you news on "Marathon Man", Mike Russell and his epic 36 hour podcasting event.

Links you may find helpful 

Wight choice card

French Franks

Caffe Isola

Blackman power bikes

The Fighting Cocks, Arreton

Mike Russel's 36 hour podcast

Official Isle of Wight day

Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here - Tickets cost £200 with the booking fee

Another Hidden Gem on the Isle of Wight

This week we visit one of the hidden beaches on the Isle of Wight which really takes some effort to find but is well worth it.

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• How to find the beach.
• Why you should make the effort to head down to Whitecliff Bay.
• What facilities you will find there.
• Where to park.

In the News

This week in the news Tony brings two very different decisions from the planning department about the Ferry Companies on the Isle of Wight and on a (some would say) more interesting note the Isle of Wight features in the Rough Guide's Top 30 places to visit in the world with children.

Ali has some news of a public art project in East Cowes with the development of an archway made with chains from the floating bridge. You can see for yourself at the official opening on the 23rd April at the East Cowes Business Association Free Family Fun Day.

Upcoming Events

East Cowes Business Association Family Fun Day to celebrate St George's Day 23rd April 2016 - 11am - 3:30pm. 12 Noon children's fancy dress parade and competition with great prizes, and at 1pm a shield decorating competition for the kids, as well as coconut shy, swing boats and other entertainment.

Links you may find helpful 

Rough Guide Top 30 Places to go with Kids

The Wonky Cafe

 Dee's 65 mile round the Island walking challenge

Reaching the age of 60 is a milestone and as Dee approaches her 60th Birthday she has decided to mark the occasion by walking a massive 65 miles round the Island in one go on the 30th April 2016.

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• What the challenge is all about.
• Why Dee has decided to undertake the challenge.
• Dee's fundraising target of £6,000.
• The charities Dee is supporting.
• Dee's tips when out walking on the Island.
• Why you should enjoy the pace of life on the Island and take your time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
• Dee's top tip for visitors.

In the News

This week in the news Tony tells us about another returning festival in 2016, Riverfest on the 21st of May.

Ali has some more Bake Off News, hot on the heels of Mary Berry's visits to the Isle of Wight Great British Bake off winner Nadiya Hussain booked to attend this years Garlic Festival on the 20th August 2016.

Upcoming Events

East Cowes Business Association Family Fun Day to celebrate St George's Day - 11am - 3:30pm. 12 Noon children's fancy dress parade and competition with great prizes, and at 1pm a shield decorating competition for the kids, as well as coconut shy, swing boats and other entertainment.

Links you may find helpful 

Isle Walk for Miles Justgiving Page

Dee Becker Website

Isle Walk for Miles Facebook Page

Isle of Wight Ramblers

Level, Ryde 

Earl Mountbatten Hospice

My New Hair 

Look Good Feel Better

Hovertravel 

Garlic Festival

Riverfest

 A focus on No Mans Fort

If you have ever wondered what the forts in the Solent are all about or what goes on out there then this is the episode for you.

What we will tell you about in this episode:

• How many forts there are;
• Who owns the forts;
• What you can do on No Man's Fort;
• The history of the Forts in the Solent;
• Which fort was featured in an episode of Dr Who;
• Why they stationed non swimming military personnel at the forts in the Second World War;
• Whether you can canoe to No Mans Fort;
• How to visit the forts.

In the News

This week in the news Tony's news is (as usual!) pretty rubbish...........he tells us all about changes to the bins! Bin austerity on the Isle of Wight.

Ali reports on two fantastic free family events taking place on the Island on Saturday 23rd April 2016.

East Cowes Business Association Family Fun Day to celebrate St George's Day - 11am - 3pm. 12 Noon children's fancy dress parade and competition with great prizes, and at 1pm a shield decorating competition for the kids, as well as coconut shy, swing boats and other entertainment.

Beach Ball at Brown's Family Golf & cafe from 5pm a family disco.

Food & Drink 

In the food and drink segment we bring you a review of lunch at Seabreeze in East Cowes, a great value family run place for breakfast, lunch or afternoon coffee.

Links you may find helpful 

Solent Forts 

Seabreeze Cafe, East Cowes

Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here - Tickets cost £200 with the booking fee

Our Sponsor for this show is The Wight Choice Card

The Wight Choice is a local loyalty card scheme for the Isle of Wight that rewards you for shopping locally. Show your Wight Choice card when using one of the 50 participating businesses on the Island and receive a discount.

Like us the guys at The Wight Choice believe in supporting local, independent businesses.

The way it works is that you purchase your card online and you will receive a card in the post. Then you show it at one of the participating businesses and you’ll receive discounts from 10 to 50%.

No vouchers, no hassle, and only one yearly fee. If you use our affiliate link to purchase your Card you will get an additional 10% off making the card even better value at £13.50. Considering you could save hundreds of pounds on your day-to-day living cost, we think that’s great value for money.

What are you waiting for! 

It’s easy! Simply click here, follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox!

*Please note we will receive a commission for any cards that are purchased using the link in our website. It will not cost you any extra, in fact it actually costs you less if you use our links.