Andy was delighted with the thoughtful gifts and clearly touched by the recognition he received.

Almost 300 Santas pulled on their red suits and braved the rain on the first Sunday of December to take part in the much-loved Isle of Wight Santa Dash.

The festive season is here, and the Isle of Wight Council has announced changes to waste, recycling, and garden collection services over Christmas and New Year.

The Brighstone Christmas Tree Festival is back, bringing festive lights, music, and community cheer to the village from 4th–7th December. The celebrations kick off on Wednesday 3rd December with the Mountbatten Hospice Lights of Love Carol Service at 7pm in St Mary’s Church, with the lights switched on from 6:45pm. Across the four main festival days, visitors can explore over 150 decorated Christmas trees at eight venues, including St Mary’s Church, Brighstone Methodist Churc

The RSPCA Isle of Wight has launched its “Time to Give Back” Christmas campaign, urging Islanders to help protect vulnerable pets and wildlife through the winter months.

Isle of Wight Tesco shoppers are being encouraged to donate long-life food items to help families facing hunger this Christmas.

Islanders are being urged to support Mountbatten Isle of Wight this Christmas, with donations set to be doubled for one week only.

Ryde will glow once again this winter as Merry & Bright: Festival of Light returns.

The heart of Cowes will be bursting with festive spirit later this month as the town hosts its much-anticipated Christmas Celebration Day on Saturday...