3rd May to 31st May 2013

Make more of your visit to the Needles Old Battery with a short welcome talk. Each Friday in May a member of the Battery team will be on the Parade Ground to talk about the site's history and to answer your questions.

4th May to 19th May 2013

Taking part all across the Isle of Wight the Walking Festival has something for everyone, and members of all ages can take part! Now in its 14th year and winning the Beautiful South Awards for Excellence 2010 for Tourism Best Event, its set to be a fun few weeks here on the Isle of Wight!

5th May to 30th May 2013

A vibrant exhibition of oil paintings of local landscapes and views by local artist Gordon Smith.

13th May to 19th May 2013

The Folk Camp is an informal and relaxed get together at the site of last year’s festival which will give you an opportunity to explore the Island, join in with some of the events that go on regularly round the Island, chill out with old and new friends, and enjoy our entertainment.

18th May 2013

This one day Folk Festival in aid of Leukaemia Research and Brighstone School takes place in the scenic grounds of Wolverton Manor, from 12pm till 8pm. 

25th May to 27th May

Join Osborne House for a right royal day at Queen Victoria's favourite home by the sea. Spectacular equestrian displays, the magnificent parade of the Redcoats, and royal walkabouts bring alive the days of the Empire. Also enjoy the Victorian music, traditional stalls and side shows.

26th May 2013

Admire the workmanship, enjoy the memories and expect to be surprised! Featuring an array of railway and road vehicles of all shapes and sizes, the focus will be on transport from the last 60 years!

27th May 2013

The house is open to National Trust members only on this one special day by kind permission of the family who live there.

27th May to 30th May 2013

In addition to the normal daily country park offering, on these days Robin Hill stays open well into the evening: when it is brought to life by the woodland illuminations, music and live entertainment.

27th May to 30th May 2013

This year Blackgang Chine celebrates its 170th anniversary, making it still the UK’s oldest theme park! There’s everything from exciting competitions to Pirates party games, live music and balloon modelling!

29th May 2013

Bring your favoured medium along and Murray will demonstrate and guide you in a one day painting workshop at this glorious venue. Suitable for artists of all abilities.

31st May 2013

Discover what amazing moths inhabit the night skies of Mottistone. In the evening we will be setting light traps and looking for moths around the garden. Then we'll return the following day at 0830 am to see what has been caught in the light traps and to discover what amazing moths inhabit the night skies of Mottistone

31st May to 2nd June 2013

Come and see Yarmouth's picturesque harbour transformed for the weekend, filled with sailing vessels, street entertainment, live music and markets this is an action packed festival for all the family! 

1st June 2013

This one day Yacht Race sees over 1,700 boats set sail from Cowes and race around the Isle of Wight back to the start line. You can see the race taking place from most coastal places, but some excellent views can be seen from Fort Victoria in Yarmouth, The Needles at Alum Bay, the viewpoint above Blackgang Chine, Ventnor seafront and Culver Cliff between Sandown and Bembridge. So pack a Picnic and enjoy the Race!

13th June to 15th June 2013

The Isle of Wight festival takes place every year at Seaclose Park, and attracts some of the biggest names in music, as well as a number of "Festival Goers." 2012 is set to be no exception, with Bon Jovi, the Killers and the Stone Roses headlining the weekend. Watch this space for more news and acts as they are announed!

16th June 2013

Make dad's day by taking him to the Needles Old Battery where he can enjoy free entry when accompanied by one or more of his children. Then listen to one of our short talks about the Victorian guns on the Parade round and the family that looked after them. Afterwards dads can enjoy a free piece of bread pudding when you make a purchase in the tea room.

21st June 2013

A chance to enjoy a summer evening picnic and stroll down to the beach on a mid summer night's eve at Osborne House

22nd June 2013

This sensational open air jazz festival takes place for one night only, at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway grounds! Take a picnic and relax under the stars at one of the Islands biggest jazz festivals. 

22nd June 2013

The Shorewell Midsummer Fair takes place at our very own Northcourt Manor, starts at 13.30 and is organised by the Shorwell Midsummer Fair committee. The fair raised over £6000 in 2012!

29th June 2013

the Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society Show will take place this year on Saturday 29th June. With plenty of things to do in all areas of agriculture bring the family along for an action packed day!