Discover Food & Drink During the Isle of Wight Festival 2026 Food and drink are a huge part of the Isle of Wight Festival experience, and the 2026 festival promises an incredible selection of flavours from around the world. Whether you’re craving street food, traditional festival favourites, artisan coffee, or a refreshing pint, you’ll find...
Burns Night 2026 is the perfect excuse to don your tartan, enjoy a warming dram of whisky, and celebrate one of Scotland’s greatest cultural icons – Robert Burns. Whether you’re heading out for a lively Burns Supper on the Isle of Wight or planning a cosy celebration at home, the Island has plenty of ways...
January may be known for fresh starts and slower living, but it’s also the perfect time to celebrate one of Britain’s favourite spirits. Ginuary is a chance to savour quality over quantity, explore new flavours and support local producers, and there’s no better place to do it than the Isle of Wight. Home to award-winning...
The 12 Days of Christmas, also fondly known as Twixmas on the Isle of Wight, traditionally start on the 25th December and last until the 5th January, and are earmarked for spending time with family. It’s a time to have fun and enjoy the festivities; however, most of the time, we find ourselves struggling to...
It’s nearly here! No excuses are needed to imbibe one of our nation’s favourite tipples. To mark World Gin Day on the 14th June 2025, we’ve created a handy guide to gin on the Isle of Wight, featuring local distillers, upcoming events, and delicious cocktail recipes. What is World Gin Day? World Gin Day is...
Crew from The Spyglass Inn, Ventnor, will be turning out to salute a very special visitor on Wednesday 21st May. The ship Santa María will be visiting Ventnor Bay at the request of King Felipe of Spain, after an invitation was extended by local historian David Baldwin. Nao Santa María is a stunning replica of...
With its unique microclimate, the Isle of Wight is the perfect place to grow produce that wouldn’t grow in many other parts of the UK. One of the more famous of these, Isle of Wight grown products, has to be garlic. We even have a whole festival dedicated to this pungent bulb! To celebrate April...
Hardworking mums deserve a treat and with all the options available on the Isle of Wight, you’ll have plenty of ideas for celebrating this Mother’s Day. Whether you’re searching for great restaurants or fun activities, we’ve got some suggestions for you… Isle of Wight Pearl, Brighstone Celebrate Mother’s Day at Isle of Wight Pearl with...
It’s an egg-citing time of year to visit the Isle of Wight. Spring is (well hopefully) in the air as well as the scent of chocolate. We love this time of year, the days are a bit longer, the evenings are drawing out and everyone has a little ‘spring’ in their step. The Island’s attractions...
The Isle of Wight is serving up a season full of festive events for Christmas 2024! From bottomless breakfasts and live music nights to indulgent tasting menus, there’s something to make every celebration sparkle. Here’s your guide to the Island’s must-visit food and drink events for Christmas 2024. The Garlic Farm Christmas Afternoon Tea 9th...
A shout-out to our friends across the pond, or maybe you’re an American living right here on the beautiful Isle of Wight, whichever it is Happy Thanksgiving for Thursday 28th November! Here in the UK, we don’t really grasp this holiday, but it’s always nice to take a few moments to appreciate what we are...
21st November is Beaujolais Nouveau Day 2024, and pubs throughout the Isle of Wight are gearing up to celebrate with their own special events. Read through our guide to discover what’s happening! What is Beaujolais Nouveau Day? Beaujolais Nouveau Day is celebrated in France on the third Thursday of November with a bang – literally!...
