• Cowes Week 2016 : Episode 66
    Aug 9 2016
      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%.

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    33 mins
  • August on the Isle of Wight : Episode 65
    Aug 2 2016
    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 AugustWhat not to missOur favourite events on the IslandAll the dates for the key festivals and eventsTop 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!  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. 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 The Ultimate Guide to the Isle of Wight   Is available to listen online on this website now click here or on iTunes click here.
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    24 mins
  • The Isle of Wight Festival : Episode 64
    May 31 2016
    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

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    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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    37 mins
  • Things to do on the Isle of Wight During May Bank Holiday
    May 17 2016
      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.

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    26 mins
  • Robin Hill Country Park : Episode 62
    May 10 2016
     

    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

     

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    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.

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    25 mins
  • Things to do for Dog Owners : Episode 61
    May 3 2016
    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.

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    25 mins
  • An interview with Will Darling: Episode 60
    Apr 26 2016
    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

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    26 mins
  • Whitecliff Bay: Episode 59
    Apr 19 2016
    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

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    19 mins