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An Isle of Wight Spring Adventure...

Put a spring in your step and head out and about to some of the exciting, immersive events in the calendar.

Sandown Sprint

25th-26th March, Culver Parade - Sandown

Sandown Sprint involves 100 cars competing on a specially constructed circuit at Sandown’s Culver Parade. 2022’s fastest lap time was set by experienced Island driver Will Nicholls, who will be returning this year hoping to better his time. Will commented: “The Sprint is a fantastic opportunity to bring motor racing to the Isle of Wight. We had a great crowd to enjoy the first event and I’m sure the competition will be just as close this year. I’ll be entering a car again and looking forward to defending my title.”

Full information & tickets: isleofwightspeedtrials.co.uk

Easter Adventures in Mottistone Gardens

1st-16th April, Mottistone

Manor – Mottistone

Treat the whole family to a world of adventure at the National Trust’s Mottistone Gardens. Hidden around the magical gardens are 10 activities for little explorers to discover. Each one is inspired by an egg-laying animal found near Mottistone, from birds to insects and even dinosaurs. To help you along the way, each trail pack includes a trail map, pencil and bunny ears too.

Further details: Turn to page 96 or for full information visit nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/ isle-of-wight/mottistone-gardens-and-estate

Real Ale Festival

29th April-1st May, Steam Railway Havenstreet

Head to the 18th Isle of Wight Real Ale Festival and choose from a huge selection of real ales; there are even a few ciders for those with a sweeter tooth. You’ll have the opportunity to try local brews from Yates’, Goddard’s, and Island Brewery alongside ales from Yorkshire, Somerset and more - entry to the festival is free!

Full information: iwsteamrailway.co.uk

Breathtaking Spring Landscapes

13th-21st May, Various Routes

Isle of Wight

There’s never a shortage of breathtaking natural beauty to discover and with over 70 miles of stunning coastal path, cliffs, beaches, forests and woodland – we’re spoilt for choice! Whether you’re a keen hiker or curious explorer, save the date and dig out those walking boots as the Isle of Wight walking festival is returning this May!

Full information: visitisleofwight.co.uk

The Wind in the Willows

11th April, Quay Arts – Newport

“Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing –absolutely nothing – half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.” From the peaceful pleasures of Ratty’s beloved River Bank, to the fearful frights and wicked weasels of the Wild Wood, join Ratty and Mole on their marvellous adventures, along with gruff old Badger and magnificent Mr. Toad. A beautiful new adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s much-loved classic, The Wind in the Willows features unique handmade fabric puppets and a charming original score.

Full information & tickets: quayarts.org

Wet Leg - Grammy Award Winners

65th Annual GRAMMY ® Awards in Los Angeles

Wet Leg became the ‘double GRAMMY-winning Wet Leg’ at the 65th Annual GRAMMY ® Awards in Los Angeles, scooping Best Alternative Album for their self-titled debut and Best Alternative Music Performance for their debut single “Chaise Longue”. The Awards are the first wins, and first nominations, for our local Isle of Wight duo Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers.

On collecting their awards, Rhian remarked “This is so funny. What are we doing here? This year has been so surprising, starting this band has been such a surprise and being on the road. We couldn’t have done it without our amazing crew.” Further details: wetlegband.com

The Isle of Wight is becoming part of me. This bit of land, an isle off an island, speaking the many tongues of the world…