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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 [https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&sqi=2&ved=0ahUKEwjqsfXL66LOAhWLA8AKHWA8BZEQFggcMAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aamcowesweek.co.uk%2F&usg=AFQjCNFouJz0MsS80gBce94DiaVuM9leiQ&bvm=bv.128617741,d.d24] Astoria Cafe [http://www.astoriasandown.co.uk/] David Hoare [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-36987081] Film at Osbourne House [http://onthewight.com/.../osborne-house-location-for-major-feature-film-about-queen-victo...] 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 [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2], follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox! [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2] *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. Want more IOW news? Sign up here. Email Address   First Name   Last Name * indicates required information Don't worry we will not send you any spam nor will we pass your details on. Powered by MailChimp [http://eepurl.com/6Xzz9] The Ultimate Guide to the Isle of Wight Is available to listen online on this website now click here [http://realisleofwight.co.uk/podcast/winter-guide-1/] o

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 [http://www.westwightalpacas.co.uk] Cowes Week [https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&sqi=2&ved=0ahUKEwjqsfXL66LOAhWLA8AKHWA8BZEQFggcMAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aamcowesweek.co.uk%2F&usg=AFQjCNFouJz0MsS80gBce94DiaVuM9leiQ&bvm=bv.128617741,d.d24] Garlic Festival [http://www.garlicfestival.co.uk/] Chale Show [http://www.thechaleshow.co.uk] V-Dub Festival [http://www.v-dubisland.com] Ventnor Fringe [http://ventnorexchange.co.uk/vfringe] Jack up the80's [http://jackupthe80s.co.uk] Classic Isle Festival [http://www.classicisle.com] IOW Scooter Rally [http://www.visualimpact.co.uk%20%E2%80%BA%20Events] Island Steam Show [http://www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk/] Shanklin Carnival [http://www.visitshanklin.co.uk/events] Sandown Carnival [http://www.sandowncarnival.com/] Ryde Carnival [http://www.rydecarnival.com/ryde-carnival-dates-2016/] Ventnor Carnival [http://www.ventnorcarnival.org/] Healing Festival [http://www.healingfestival.co.uk] Yaverland Sandcastle Competition [http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/c2c0367c-4319-44a5-8e60.../pages/details] 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 [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2], follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox! [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2] *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. Want more IOW news? Sign up here. Email Address   First Name   Last Name * indicates required information Don't worry we will not send you any spam nor will we pass your details on. Powered by MailChimp [http://eepurl.com/6Xzz9] The Ultimate Guide to the Isle of Wight Is available to listen online on this website now click here [http://realisleofwight.co.uk/podcast/winter-guide-1/] or on iTunes click here [https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ultimate-guide-to-isle-wight/id1055806543?mt=2].

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 [http://www.isleofwightfestival.com/] Jon Platt - School holidays verdict [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-36277940] Jess Andrews - Rio Olympics [http://onthewight.com/2016/05/23/isle-of-wight-jess-andrews-qualifies-for-rio-olympics/] Yaverland land slip Please vote for us at the UK Podcasters Awards by clicking this link [http://newmediaeurope.com/2016/nmeu-awards-2016-stage-1/] Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here [http://tinyurl.com/p2y3v7p]- 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 [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2], follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox! [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2] *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 [https://www.facebook.com/events/1488397094787707/] Mottistone Manor [http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mottistone-gardens] Barton Manor [https://isleofwight.com/whats-on/barton-manor-garden-fair] Needles Half Marathon [http://southernrunningguide.com/race/needles-xc-half-marathon] Victoria's Fabulous Fete [http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-on/victorias-fabulous--fte-Osb-31-05-2016/] Osbourne House [http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/osborne/] Bembridge Street Fair [http://www.bembridgepc.org.uk/events/Bembridge-Street-Fair-2016-3594.aspx] Festival of Heros Brading Roman Villa [https://isleofwight.com/whats-on/festival-of-heroes-at-brading-roman-villas] Carisbrooke Castle [http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/carisbrooke-castle/] Skintrade [http://skintrade.co.uk/] Please vote for us at the UK Podcasters Awards by clicking this link [http://newmediaeurope.com/2016/nmeu-awards-2016-stage-1/] Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here [http://tinyurl.com/p2y3v7p]- 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 [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2], follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox!

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 [http://www.robin-hill.com/] Priory Bay Hotel [http://www.priorybay.co.uk/] View Cafe St Helens [https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g1537499-d5433160-Reviews-The_View_Coffee_Shop-St_Helens_Isle_of_Wight_England.html] Please vote for us at the UK Podcasters Awards by clicking this link [http://newmediaeurope.com/2016/nmeu-awards-2016-stage-1/] Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here [http://tinyurl.com/p2y3v7p]- 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 [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2], follow the 2 or 3 steps and you’ll soon have your personalised Wight Choice card pop through your letterbox! [http://www.thewightchoice.co.uk/product/the-wight-choice-1-year-membership/?ref=2] *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.