Frequently Asked Questions for Islanders
A handy guide that answers every question people seem to want to know when you mention that you’re from ‘the Island’. Hey there, mainland buddy! So, your new friend has just informed you that they are...
View Article“Girls Don’t Poo”
Don’t they? This was news to me. As I sat there surrounded by teenagers in my high school canteen, I wondered what this could possibly mean. I poo, and I do a lot. Now more than ever. Aged 16 and...
View ArticleThe 12 most Isle of Wight frustrations
1. Missing the Cat or Red Jet… BECAUSE THE TRAIN WAS LATE. Can’t they just talk to each other, and wait five minutes? 2. The last bus to Brighstone / Alverstone / Shorwell / whichever unreasonably...
View ArticleThere’s a video of a 1991 rave on the Isle of Wight and it’s incredible
This is what parties used to look like twenty four years ago. This footage from a rave at Golden Hill Fort in Freshwater on August 17 in 1991 is something else. You need David Attenborough for this...
View ArticleThat awkward moment Americans think the Isle of Wight is in London
When the now infamous Triceratops, Godshilla, roamed the streets of the Isle of Wight last week the story went viral. National and international newspapers picked up on the prank in sleepy Godshill....
View ArticleTen photos that prove the Isle of Wight is the WORST place in the world.
Whether you live on the Isle of Wight or you have travelled across the Solent to visit, we think these photos will sum up all of your disappointment. There are no nice walks to go on: Picture by:...
View ArticleWhich Isle of Wight town is best? Very much Ventnor
After Yoppul paraded the best parts of Cowes two weeks ago, it’s time to take a look at Ventnor’s highlights. Remember the town with the most likes on our Facebook post will be crowned winner. So why...
View ArticleWhich Isle of Wight town is best? Realistically it’s Ryde.
Move over Cowes and Ventnor, the real contender is here… Ryde. Remember to like our Facebook post to see Ryde crowned best town on the Isle of Wight. But why is Ryde so great? Well… The events The...
View Article12 slightly unique things about growing up on the Island
The Isle of Wight is seen as an idyllic place to bring up children. Whether you loved or hated your childhood on the Island, you were definitely #blessed with some unique experiences/tribulations....
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