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Events: Find out what’s going on
Forest Fables at Mottistone Manor
Island events
Autumn Suppers
Date: Every Friday Venue: Ventnor Botanic Garden, Ventnor
Visit the edulis Restaurant to enjoy seasonal produce with live music from 5.30pm. Email marketing@botanic. co.uk for more information or find tickets available at botanic.co.uk.
Dimbola Museum & Galleries Exhibitions
Date: 3rd October–31st December Venue: Dimbola Museum & Galleries, Freshwater
Marilyn Stafford – A Fashion Retrospective. From haute couture to ready-to-wear – from ‘50s Paris to ‘70s swinging London. A stunning exhibition by pioneering female photographer Marilyn Stafford. Andrea Muendelein- Polaroids. London based photographer and university lecturer, Andrea Muendelein, showcases her Polaroid originals in the Charles Hay Cameron gallery at Dimbola Museum & Galleries. It is strongly advised to book tickets in advance for general admission to the museum by visiting dimbola. arttickets.org.uk
I Love Wight Pop-Up Christmas Shop
Date: 19th November–23rd December Venue: The Garlic Farm, Newchurch
I Love Wight will be returning this year to the Garlic Farm with their pop-up Christmas shop filled with exclusively Isle of Wight made gifts and crafts. For more information, visit thegarlicfarm.co.uk.
Forest Fables
Date: Previews: 4th–10th December, Main: 11th–24th December Venue: Mottistone Manor
Forest Fables at Mottistone Manor is an indoor, site-specific show to ignite the imaginations of children. Imbued with Isle of Wight folklore, Mottistone Manor is ready to be explored. You’ll come across captivating, clever and curious creatures ready to impart their tales in this promenade piece of theatre. For more information, visit forestfables.co.uk.
Santa Specials
Date: 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th & 22nd-24th December Venue: Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Havenstreet
There’s always such a lovely festive atmosphere at Havenstreet station, with Christmas music and lots of entertainment. Meet Santa and relax in your cosy steam-heated compartment as the majestic steam locomotive hauls your train on a 10-mile round trip through the Island’s winter landscape. For more information, visit iwsteamrailway.co.uk.
Outdoor British Yoga Wheel with Mark
Date: Every Friday Venue: Ventnor Botanic Garden, Ventnor
A friendly class with the aim of finding harmony and wellbeing by balancing relaxation with postures, and breath with a range of movements. For more information, visit botanic.co.uk.
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EXPERIENCE A LITTLE Christmas magic THIS DECEMBER
Robin Hill’s winter woodland event returns for its second instalment this December; so you can enjoy a magical evening of Christmas delight at POLAR on selected dates from 12th – 23rd
Beautifully illuminated woodland and immersive walk-throughs combine with wreath-making, a local market and delicious food to provide the festive cheer we all need this year. Plus, the event’s star character, Pippa the polar bear, will be joined by special guests from
Blackgang Chine!
Take a starlit stroll
The park’s ancient woodland lends itself perfectly to evening illuminations.
As you wander under the stars and treetop canopy, you’ll be greeted by a wonderful array of twinkling Christmas light displays, sure to ignite a little festive excitement. Get crafty Limited spots are available on decoration workshops taking place throughout each evening so you can try your hand at mini wreath making. Refreshments and all crafting materials are provided and it’s the perfect activity to get the kids involved. Plus, you’ll be heading home with a lovely little keepsake. Support local New for this year’s event, the POLAR Market will feature an exciting mix of local traders and crafters with unique hand-made items. As well as a selection of the finest festive delights, you’ll have the chance to browse for perfect gift ideas and stocking fillers too. Indulge with festive treats On your journey through the park, you’ll want to take a rest at the POLAR Village. Here you can enjoy heart-warming tastes of Christmas alongside a mulled drink or decadent hot chocolate; all accompanied by live music from the Christmas Carolettes.
Meet Pippa! The start of the show, Pippa the polar bear, will be hiding out in the POLAR Hollow. However, all is not as it seems in this interactive walkthrough; toys come to life and you never know who you could meet along the way. Tickets are limited. Find out more and book online at robin-hill.com/POLAR
Receive an extra 5% off already discounted group tickets! Enter code ‘PolarStyle’ at checkout to redeem an additional 5% discount on existing group saver tickets. Full T&Cs can be found at robin-hill.com/POLAR
A home with history
SHALFLEET HOUSE, SHALFLEET
Write the next chapter in the history of this imposing former vicarage in sought-after Shalfleet…
It is understood that in the early 1870s the Simeon family of Swainston Manor gifted a large plot of land, close to the church, to the parish to build the new vicarage. It is believed that the Simeons helped fund the construction.
Now, having served three generations of the same family, this significant house is available to the market for the first time since 1956. The spacious and well-positioned house offers extensive accommodation over three floors and is positioned in an exceptional location within the Area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty (AONB) and a stone’s throw from the breath-taking Newtown Nature
Reserve. The house retains a wonderful array of period features and would now benefit from modernisation.
This is a perfect family home with characterful yet flexible accommodation and well-proportioned rooms. The gardens are particularly impressive with a croquet lawn area, orchard, hard tennis court, formal lawns, and quality outbuildings.
Period features and a genteel air characterise the living room The spacious hallway sets the tone
The generously sized country-style kitchen features a traditional AGA Glimpses of Newtown Nature Reserve hint at country walks and natural riches
Contemporary luxury THE PALMS, WHITELEY BANK
A sweeping driveway sets a sumptuous stage for this impressive dwelling
Space and style are the keynotes of this superb contemporary home nestled in the rolling South Wight countryside with a stunning rural outlook
The abundant space is perfect for modern styling The Palms has been completely refurbished to an extremely high standard and at approximately 4000 square foot in area this substantial home offers excellent light and spacious accommodation for a large family or for those who enjoy entertaining on a grand scale. Within the main house there is the potential to remodel to provide a 1-2 bedroom self-contained annexe. In addition to this accommodation an attractive detached dwelling sits within the grounds. The Clock House is a three bedroom property, which has the flexibility of potential offering a secondary income, multigenerational living or a superb space to set up a sizable work-from-home space. The Palms is flooded by natural light, adding to the sense of space. A large family area contains a Breakfast room, Kitchen and Dining Hall which comprise the heart of this home. These open through to a Sitting Area and, on the Ground Floor, three double bedrooms.
A galleried landing provides a large seating area and leads to a substantial Living Room from which you can throw the doors open to both balconies and enjoy stunning far-reaching rural views. Whiteley Bank is ideally located approximately halfway between Godshill and Wroxall, the coastal town of Shanklin and the seaside resort of Ventnor with its rugged beaches and popular eateries. It is a superb location for rural pursuits with the amenities of the town only ten minutes away. A rail link from Shanklin leads to Ryde and provides onward links to the mainland.
Viewings with Hose Rhodes Dickson Country Homes, Newport on 01983 538090
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BEMBRIDGE £825,000
BRADING £500,000
This substantial detached house has undergone extensive renovation throughout, to provide a modern and spacious home with views of the sea from the first floor. Offering 5 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large sitting room and a spacious open-plan kitchen dining room. Gated access to the front leads to a large parking area, whilst to the rear the garden has been relandscaped with a paved patio leading out from the house and onto a lawn which incorporates a fish pond. This is a lovely, well thought out house, ideal for those seeking a spacious family sized home or holiday retreat by the sea.
This unique home has been designed to fully maximise the wonderful sea and countryside views which surround it and can be enjoyed from both the ground and first floors. The flexible accommodation is set over 2 floors, and lends itself for use as a family home or home with a separate annexe on the ground floor. The accommodation comprises 4 double bedrooms, a large kitchen diner, spacious sitting room with stunning views and a balcony, a conservatory, utility room and 3 bathrooms. There is a generous amount of parking to the front with access to a double garage, and a good sized rear garden with patio areas, lawn, planted beds and vegetable beds, all with a countryside backdrop.
A NEW ARRIVAL IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS KEEPING YOUR PETS CHILLED
By Paul James Marshall COTTAGE CANINES
The Dogs Trust’s mantra that a dog is for life and not just for Christmas is an important message around this time of year. Buying a puppy and introducing them to your home at the busiest time of the year is often a recipe for disaster and extremely stressful for the puppy. So always take time and never buy on a whim. That isn’t to say that there won’t be new arrivals this Christmas. Many new owners will be on a waiting list with a breeder or rescue already. And a well-planned puppy or rescue dog can bring a great deal of joy at any time of year! However, if you are bringing a new dog or puppy into your home in time for Christmas please remember that your new arrival may not understand the hustle and bustle that Christmas brings, so be prepared to have a quieter Christmas than usual. With a new arrival I always advise that the first week (for puppies) and often the first few weeks (for rescue dogs) are just your new arrival getting to know you and your family and that you don’t encourage your friends around until your dog is more settled. Remember too that at Christmas there is often food lying around such as chocolates, mince pies and fruitcake – all of which is toxic to dogs. Just keep these nibbles well out of reach or in a cupboard. Of course, a well-planned Christmas is great fun with our dogs. Who hasn’t already thought of what you are going to buy them? I know my five will all be getting new toys – and probably a slice of turkey, too! Enjoy your winter festivities everyone.
By Sharon and David Groves PETS WITH HART
This time of year and onwards until after New Year can be rather problematical for any number of our wonderful pets and I really think it could be worse this year, sadly. Fireworks are already on sale and I don’t think there will be so many organised events due to social distancing requirements, so more people will have them at home. We need to prepare all our pets as best we can if they are spooked or upset by the noises. In the case of your dogs, try walking them early, preferably before dark if possible, then setting them up a snuggly, cosy place that they feel really secure in, be that a den, cage, or some even like a cupboard under the stairs! There is also a great range of calming products available that really help....I know, as I have used Pet Remedy for my dog and it was brilliant! There are many others available. Increasing the volume on your television or radio can make difference too, as well as Thunder coats that swaddle your dog, like you would a baby. Your cats will need to be got in early too, this might be an interesting challenge when you have a cat that likes to come in late! Perhaps tempt them in early by a bit of a treat in the way of food or, if they are that way inclined, a toy that might distract them. All your small furries can be seriously affected too, particularly if they are kept outside. If at all possible try to get them in but just be aware of the temperature change; where most of us have got the heating on now the change in temperature can cause shock. If they can’t come in perhaps cover them up earlier, Pet Remedy now do a small animal calmer, too, which is worth a try for nervous smaller pets. With Christmas around the corner all your local independent pet shops will have a great range of gifts for your wonderful pets as well as all the calming products and high visibility products too.
Paul James Marshall
A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all, Stay Safe, Stay Well.
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