The Fixed Link Debate : Episode 54
Release Date: 03/15/2016
Cowes Week 2016 : Episode 66
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
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...
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August on the Isle of Wight : Episode 65
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
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...
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The Isle of Wight Festival : Episode 64
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
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...
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Things to do on the Isle of Wight During May Bank Holiday
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
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...
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Robin Hill Country Park : Episode 62
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
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...
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Things to do for Dog Owners : Episode 61
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
Information for DogOwners on the Isle of WightIn 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 WightWhat beaches are open to dogs all yearWhere you can stay with your dogWhat attractions allow dogs inInthe NewsThis 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...
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An interview with Will Darling: Episode 60
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
An Interview with the co-founder of...
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Whitecliff Bay: Episode 59
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
Another Hidden Gem on the Isle of Wight ...
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An Interview with Dee Becker: Episode 58
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
Dee's 65 mile round the Island walking challenge ...
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Solent Forts : Episode 57
Real Isle of Wight : Information & entertainment about the sunniest place in the UK. Including all the best things to do and events throughout the year.
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Does the Isle of Wight need a fixed link?
This week we discuss a very emotive subject amongst Isle of Wight residents, it is an issue that has been brought to the forefront again by a local pro-link group.
What we will tell you about in this episode
- The history of the fixed link debate
- Why the fixed link debate has come up now
- What the proposals are for the fixed link
- What the pros are for the fixed link
- What the cons are for the fixed link
- Our opinion on the subject
In the News
In this weeks' news Tony is excited about the possibility of walking the Wight with an alpaca. Great news for Island residents, you can get a free car parking permit for the season and experience the attractions for free for the day at the Needles Pleasure Park, available on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th March 2016.
Food & Drink
In the food and drink segment we bring you a review of the Prince of Wales in East Cowes.
Links you may find helpful
Episode 43: Needles Pleasure Park
Isle of Wight Fixed Link Group
Episode 10: Travel to the Island
Fixed Link Feasibility Study 1998
The Prince of Wales Public House, East Cowes
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