At Your Leisure
Whether you like to spend your down time crafting, reading, socialising or going for local walks, we know where it's all happening.
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Puzzle Page Solutions - March 2022
Here are the solutions to the Puzzle Page problems in the March edition of the magazine – how well did you do?
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The Wight Strollers Are Back With Dick Whittington
Join The Wight Strollers as they journey to London Town with Dick Whittington and his cat, in a fun-packed tale full of laughter, live music, and panto magic!
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Sunday Night At Shanklin Theatre: Concert Remembers Isle Of Wight's Beloved John Hannam
A night of live music at Shanklin Theatre tonight (Sunday) will pay homage to legendary Isle of Wight journalist and broadcaster, John Hannam.
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Puzzle Page Solutions - February 2022
Here are the solutions to the Puzzle Page problems in the February edition of the magazine – how well did you do?
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Boxing Day: Little Mix Star Leigh-Anne Pinnock's Christmas Movie Debut
The singer makes her film debut in the upcoming Christmas movie Boxing Day, which was written and directed by her co-star Aml Ameen.
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Interactive Puzzles
You can now enjoy a range of interactive puzzles online! Test your brain with fun equalisers, crosswords, crosscodes and sudoku regularly...
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Wightlink Warriors Return to the Track
Speedway is back at Smallbrook Stadium in Ryde.
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British Book Award Winners Announced – But Are You In The Mood For A Cry Or A Page-Turner?
A good read for every occasion.
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Puzzle Page Solutions - September 2021
Here are the solutions to the Puzzle Page problems in the September edition of the magazine – how well did you do?
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Coming Soon to Cinemas: Dream Horse
Based on the incredible true story of Dream Alliance, starring Toni Collette and Damian Lewis.
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Game Of Thrones prequel House Of The Dragon starts production
It will star Paddy Considine and Matt Smith.
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What to Watch at Home this Weekend
Fancy a movie night? How about one of these popular new releases, available to watch via most streaming services.
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Walking the Island: The Warrior Trail
The Warrior Trail is a stunning walk bursting with history, forest strolls and sea views. Its name comes from famous war horse, Warrior, who fought in World War One alongside General Jack Seely – and incredibly, its path forms the shape of a horse head.
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15 Fascinating Places You Can Explore Virtually
Love exploring new places and really missing that sense of adventure in your life while we're in lockdown? We've found 15 fascinating places that you can explore from the comfort of your own home instead.
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Made in Italy, with Liam Neeson, comes to Amazon Prime
Heart-warming comedy, Made in Italy, is set in glorious Tuscany. Bohemian London artist Robert (Liam Neeson) who returns to Italy with his estranged son Jack (Michael Richardson) to make a quick sale of the house they inherited from his late wife. Neither expects to find the once beautiful villa in such a state of disrepair...
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Unscramble the Isle of Wight Road Names
Think you know the Isle of Wight like the back of your hand? We're going to put you to the test by giving you ten Isle of Wight road names to unscramble.
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Yes Day arrives on Netflix this Friday
Always feeling like they have to say no to their kids and co-workers, Allison and Carlos decide to give their three kids a Yes Day — where for 24 hours the kids make the rules.
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Netflix and Thrill: Six Shows to Binge at Home This Week
Feel like you need a new series to get you through the next few weeks in lockdown? Here's the lowdown on six of the most talked about shows on Netflix this week.
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Book Review: Away with the Penguins by Hazel Prior
A beautiful story about a feisty 86-year-old, desperate to embark on one final great adventure.
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TV Drama You'll Want To Watch This Winter
There's plenty of TV drama to get stuck in to while we're indoors this winter. Here's our list of what's on and when.
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Book Review: You Should Have Known, By Jean Hanff Korelitz. Now re-made as HBO thriller, The Undoing
Over Christmas, due to the lack of a Sky subscription and the need to find out what was getting everyone so worked up in the office, I devoured the book behind HBO's latest television thriller, The Undoing.
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How to entertain the kids during lockdown
Want to keep the kids entertained during lockdown? Hanna Prince offers some suggestions with these family-friendly indoor activities.
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Island author continues string of success with latest book releases
You may remember Beacon Magazine running a feature on Island author, Crawford Ivin, at the launch of his debut novel The Story of Four Islands.
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Spot the Difference October: The Results
Find out the answers to last month's Spot the Difference competition — and check whether you're one of our lucky winners!
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Book review: Bits and Blogs by Poppy Fields
In need of a little light-hearted humour to pass the next few weeks? Then grab a copy of Bits and Blogs by Island author, Poppy Fields.
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10 Fun Christmas Films to Get You in the Festive Mood
Looking forward to December? Get the fire going, pour yourself a hot chocolate and curl up with these festive favourites...
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Cycling the Island
Earlier in the year, I switched over from a manual bike to an electric, not really knowing what to expect.
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10 Spooky Greats To Watch This Halloween
With current restrictions in place, it may be more difficult to get out trick and treating with the family this year. So make sure you get on the sofa with the blankets ready to hide behind, and check out these classic shows and films as the haunting hour approaches...
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What to Watch at the Cinema and at Home
You might be feeling disappointed at the recent temporary closure of Cineworld, but don't forget you can still head over to Ryde and support your local independent Commodore Cinema, or snuggle up at home for a family movie night.
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Falling for Autumnal Hues and Style
We give our top tips on the colours to wear for the season ahead.
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Spot the Difference September: The Results
Find out the answers to last month's Spot the Difference competition — and check whether you're one of our lucky winners!
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Winter Walks and Local Lunches on the Isle of Wight
We’re making the most of this beautiful Island by getting out into the great outdoors. And what better excuse could there be to gather up the family for a crisp winter walk, than having a finish point with a cosy fireplace, a list of real ales and roast dinners. And this Island has them in abundance.
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Book Review: Whatever It Takes, by Adele Parks
This one starts with a leaving party. Irritatingly perfect Eloise is leaving the bright lights of the London she loves to move to Dartmouth.
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Book Review: The Girl You Left Behind by Jojo Moyes
A tragic tale from 1916 war-torn France, combined with a modern day love story — The Girl You Left Behind is like no book I’ve ever read before.
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Cycling the Island
Safe to say it’s been a strange few months. Locked down, unable to see friends and only able to exercise for an hour a day on your own, because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Spot the Difference: The Results
Find out the answers to last month's Spot the Difference competition — and check whether you're one of our lucky winners!
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10 TV Dramas You Should Be Watching This Autumn
Whether they're acclaimed classics or brand new arriving this autumn, these are the shows you need to be viewing (and where you can find them) as the darker nights draw in...
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BOOK REVIEW: Misfit, by Charli Howard
This is a painfully honest account of an anorexic, who suffered from depression, OCD, bulimia and anxiety.
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10 Summer Feel-Good Movies To Make You Feel Like You're Abroad
With the possibility of jetting off for a summer holiday looking uncertain for many people at the moment, we've picked our selection of films that should give you the feel-good holiday vibe at home
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Get Your Glow On
Healthy, radiant and glowing skin is our number one beauty goal this summer. Thankfully the cosmetics market has us covered.
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Pedal for a medal throughout August
This year’s Osborne Run is the latest Mountbatten event to be hit by the Coronavirus pandemic, but the hospice has organised a new cycling challenge this summer.
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BOOK REVIEW: Our Stop, by Laura Jane Williams
A heartwarming story of missed opportunities, love lessons and second chances.
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Let's Get Physical
Physical wellbeing not only boosts our bodies, but our minds, moods and sleep as well.
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BOOK REVIEW: The Cows, by Dawn O’Porter
Although this book is ostensibly light reading about three women in their thirties, it’s really about the power of social media and the devastating effect one brief clip on YouTube can have on someone’s life.
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Make your own face covering
With the latest updates requesting all customers wear face coverings when entering shops and using transport services, we’ve decided to teach you how to make your own at home.
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West End play 'The Woman in Black' comes to Kings Theatre
Brave theatregoers, with a love of ghost stories, should head over to Kings Theatre this week, while London’s West End production of The Woman in Black is in town.