Events taking place in April including a full list of regular weekly, monthly and bi monthly local community meet ups and clubs.
Friday 2nd - Sunday 4th May – Scleroderma & Raynaud’s Charity Fair at Yarmouth Town Hall from 10am – 4pm. A good range of stalls including vintage model buses and cars, fair trade, felt items and hats, jewellery, cushions and much more
Friday 2nd May and Sunday 4th May – Open Day at Cowes Medina Bowling Club from 2pm – 5pm. Go along and have a go at bowls on the bowling green in the beautiful setting of Northwood Park, Ward Avenue, Cowes. A games for all ages and abilities. For more information contact 07553 895 890 or email cowesmedinabc@gmail.com
Friday 2nd May – Coffee Morning at Northwood Cemetery between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm. This month’s theme is “Haberdashery, Crafts and Hobbies”. Hot and cold drinks and biscuits are available free of charge. Everyone welcome – just come through the cemetery gates and you will be given a warm welcome. Hosted by Friends of Northwood Cemetery.
Saturday 3rd May – Newport Craft Market is back at a new destination at Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council, 64 High Street, Newport from 10am – 4pm. Free entry, any donations to Newport Carnival. A great range of stalls (formerly held at Morrisons Newport)
Saturday 3rd May – Binstead Drive Sale Trail from 10am – 3pm. Come and support this great venture. Who knows what you’ll find. Please park with consideration and for more info go to www.facebook.com/binsteaddrivesaletrail
Sunday 4th May – Antiques and Collectables Fair from 10am – 3pm at Royal Victoria Arcade, Union Street, Ryde. Books, jewellery, vintage items, furniture, silver and much more. Free admission.
Sunday 4th May – Rookley Village Gardening Galore event takes place from 10am – 3pm at Rookley Village Hall and Sports Field on Highwood Lane. Free entry and free parking. A wide selection of stalls run by local plant nurseries, growers and gardening suppliers all based on the Island. The hall will be open for homemade cakes and drinks,
Sunday 4th May – Yarmouth Craft Market at Community Hall of Yarmouth & District, St James Street, Yarmouth from 11am – 3pm.
Monday 5th and 19th May - Play Mah Jong at the Porter Club, Lake, PO36 9LE - 1.30pm start. Beginners welcome. On bus routes 2 and 3, own car park
Wednesday 7th May – Sunday 10th May - St. Mary's Church, Cowes is holding a Jigsaw Festival from 10am to 4pm. New and completed used jigsaws, books, clothing. Light refreshments are available all day. Credit and Debit card payments accepted. Free entry.
Thursday 8th May - Cowes is all set to welcome veterans and members of the public as the Town Council hosts a special event to celebrate 80 years since World War II officially ended in Europe (VE Day).The Vectis Corps of Drums will lead the parade from Shooters Hill at 7pm and will proceed through the town to The Parade, where there will be a welcome at the Bandstand. Vectis Corps of Drum display will commence at 7.30pm and Double Take will perform at 8.15pm. At 9.30pm, the lighting of the Cowes Beacon will be part of a global initiative.
Thursday 8th May - VE Day Anniversary event in East Cowes. Please join in at East Cowes Esplanade from 4pm where an evening of live music and the lighting of the Beacon will take place from 9.30pm. Please bring your Picnics and if you are able, dress in 1940s fashion. There will be some deckchairs seating but if you have your own, please bring them.
Saturday 10th May – VE Day 80th Anniversary FREE Opening Day at Wight Military & Heritage Museum (W.M.A.H.M) at Northwood Camp, 490 Newport Road, Cowes, PO31 8QU. 10am – 3.45pm. Free entry to the museum, entertainment and music. Café serving BBQ food with a selection of stall for all the family.
Saturday 10th May – Bembridge Fort Open Day from 10am – 4pm. To commemorate VE Day visitors can explore the historic fort, learn about its role during World War II, enjoy self guided tours, classic cars, food and free entertainment. Adult £2, children free. Bembridge Fort & Downs, Sandown PO36 8QY
Saturday 10th May – East Cowes Community Market at the Town Hall, East Cowes from 10.30am – 2.30pm. A great selection of stalls from local makers including refreshments.
Saturday 10th May - Abbey Brass in Concert at Newport Minster, St Thomas Square, Newport from 19.30 – 21.15. Abbey Brass present music for all tastes including music from the movies, musicals, pop and classical repertoire. Admission is free with a retiring collection.
Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th May - Cowes Art Group Spring Exhibition. Gurnard Village Hall, 10am to 4pm. Come and enjoy a variety of art by local painters. Some craft tables too. Tea, coffee and homemade cakes for sale.
Saturday 10th May - Isle of Wight Crematorium Open Day. A day of remembrance, connection, and community, Come along from 10am–1pm for a peaceful and informative open day. Take a guided tour through serene woodland paths, explore the newly refurbished chapel. Learn about the compassionate care we provide and meet the Friends groups helping preserve the beautiful spaces. Discover local wildlife and unique memorials. Everyone is welcome. For more details call (01983) 882288. Whippingham, East Cowes PO32 6NJ
Thursday 15th May – Bembridge Craft Market at Bembridge Village Hall from 10am – 4pm. A host of Island makers with unique handcrafted items. Be sure to pop in to see what's on offer.
Thursday 15th May – Mountbatten Quiz Night at John Cheverton, Halberry Lane, Newport. Starts at 7pm prompt. No subjects barred, so we'll have pictures, sounds, puzzles, and all the usual. The cafe will be open for the all important, CAKE! Parking is free! £3 per person, 4 to a team. To book a table email Carl at quizmaster@email.com
Friday 16th – Sunday 18th May – Open Studios at Medina Lodge (Masonic Hall), Cowes. PO31 7QZ from 11am – 4pm. Seven Artists: Carly Groves, Chris Gillies, Brian Marriott, Andrew Saunders, Jill Roe, Susie and Steven Prangnell. Free parking, disabled access and refreshments in aid of Sight for Wight
Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May - RYDABUS 2025. This popular event will be back and even better for 2025. With a wide range of vintage buses on routes from the 60's, 70's & 80's. Programme available to buy online at www.iwbusmuseum.org.uk/shop
Sunday 18th May - Quay Folk Club, Quay Arts Centre, Newport, enjoy both sentimental and comic songs from special guest, singer-songwriter Anthony John Clarke. Doors open at 6.30 pm for the music to start at 7. Free entry, drop a donation into the fez.
Tuesday 20th May - St James Church, East Cowes, are holding a Coffee Morning from 10am in the Church Hall. In aid of Church Funds.
Friday 23rd & Saturday 24th May - Jigsaw Display & Sale at St Saviours Church, Queens Road Shanklin at 10am-3pm. There will also be refreshments and a raffle. Everyone is most welcome.
Friday 23rd to Monday 26th May- Yarmouth Sea Songs Festival 2025. Now in its 7th year, this festival will once again take place on The Green, opposite Yarmouth Harbour over the Bank Holiday. Some 32 acts, which include a range of both island and mainland performers – will take to the stage over the 4 days of the festival – many returning and well-loved regulars and some appearing for the first time – but all of them giving their time for free for this unique festival which celebrates the music and songs of those who earned their living on or from the sea.
Friday 23rd - Monday 26th May - Open Studios at Freshwater Parish Hall, Victoria Road, PO40 9HZ. Group of 8 diverse artists to include paintings, lino prints, cards, porcelain, jewellery, glass, illustrations and much more. Talk to the artists. 11am - 4pm Free entry
Sunday 25th May – Work Wear Island Charity Football Match in aid of Mountbatten at Brading Town Football Club, Vicarage Lane, Brading, PO36 0AR. Football, inflatables, drinks, food, ice cream, music stalls and lots of activities. Support your local businesses. All players are business owners and children from across the Island. Come and cheer them on. From 120m. k/o 2pm
Monday 26th May - Bembridge Street Fair from 11am – 4pm. A great event well supported with a whole range of stalls, entertainment, food and drink. Fun for the whole family.
Tuesday 27th May – Beach Cricket and Party at Appley Beach Ryde. There will be events for men/mixed teams and women’s teams. Bar, BBQ and DJ. Play will start at 12pm
Saturday 31st May – Alverstone Old School Hall Jumble Sale (PO36 0EZ) at 10am. Entrance 50p. Everyone welcome.
Every Monday – Chat and Craft. Come along with your favourite craft or unfinished project. Learn something new and get help and inspiration or just share your skills. Held from 2-4pm at Isle of Wight Community Club, Park Road, Cowes, PO31 7NP. Open to everyone and all ages. Entry £2 which includes tea/coffee. For more information call Wendy on 07584600053
Every Monday - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding an Info Point at Christ Church, Broadway, Sandown PO36 9ET from 10am – 12pm. Please drop in if you need any information, guidance or support. 01983 240 732
Every Monday – Pop-Up Pantry by organised by Aspire from 10.30am – 12noon at Shanklin United Reformed Church, in the High Street, PO37 6LA
Second Monday of every month – HASAG Asbestos Disease Support Isle of Wight. Coffee Afternoon at the Riverside Centre, The Quay, Newport, PO30 2GR from 12.30 – 2.30pm.
Fourth Monday of the month - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding a free community drop in session called ‘Wootton Together’ at the Wootton Bridge Community Centre, Brannon Way, Wootton Bridge PO33 4NW from 1pm - 3pm. There will be a range of visiting organisations in attendance to provide information and guidance. Free hot drinks are available. Please call if you would like more details. 01983 240 732
Every Tuesday - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding an Info Point Ryde Library, 101 George Street, Ryde PO33 2JE on Tuesday's from 10am – 12noon. Please drop in if you need any information, guidance or support. 01983 240 732
Every Tuesday - The Buzzy Bean Café, Old School Centre, Wootton from 11am – 3pm. There will be free coffee and cake as well as offering low-cost lunches, a warm space and companionship. There will also be activity afternoons with quizzes, board games and bingo.
Second Tuesday of each month ( except August) - Bembridge Belles WI meet from 2pm-4pm at Bembridge Village Hall, High Street, Bembridge PO35 55N. Talks by varies Speakers or an activity & Refreshments available. For more information contact by email:- secretary.bbwi@gmail.com
Third Tuesday of the month - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding an Info Point at Our Place, West Wight Sports Centre, Moa Place, Freshwater PO40 9XH from 10:30am - 12.30pm. Please drop in if you need any information, guidance or support. 01983 240 732
Fourth Tuesday of the month - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding a Craft Group at St Peters Church, Main Road, Shorwell PO30 3JL from 2pm – 4pm. Please call if you would like more details. 01983 240 732
Every Wednesday - Social Bridge at West Wight Sports & Community Centre. From 2pm to 4pm. Turn up and play for £2. Participants are learners, intermediate and experienced who play noncompetitively.
Every Wednesday - the West Wight Bridge Club meet at at CHOYD, St James Street, Yarmouth for their regular weekly session at 2:00 pm
First Wednesday of every month – Join The Elms & Inver House Monthly Community Coffee Morning at The Birdham Pub & Restaurant, 1 Steyne Road, Bembridge from 10.45am Come along, relax and be part of the friendly community. Enjoy a warm drink, indulge in a delicious slice of cake and share great company.
Every Wednesday - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding a Community Café at Sandown Elim Pentecostal Church, 47 Fort Street, Sandown PO36 8BA from 2pm - 4pm. We welcome outside speakers, play games and have the odd quiz. Please drop in for a cuppa or if you need any information, guidance or support. 01983 240 732 / lweh.org.uk
Every Wednesday – The Cuppa Club at Ryde Methodist Church Hall, Garfield Road, Ryde. Drop-in from 1pm – 3.30pm. A free event for all ages. Part of the Isle of Wight Warm Welcome Space. Refreshments, optional activities, newspapers or just chat over a cuppa.
Every Wednesday - Lake Art Group meet at the Lions Centre Lake from 9.30am until 12. New members always welcome to join our friendly group. Either come along, or phone June 07890948450 or Chris 401530
Every Wednesday and Friday - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding a CAMEO Community Café and static Pantry at the Sandown Elim Pentecostal Church, 47 Fort Street, Sandown PO36 8BA from 10:30am – 12:30pm. Come And Meet Each Other over a cuppa and access free advice, guidance and support. Pay £5 to use the Pantry and receive around £15 worth of food. Everyone is welcome. Please call if you would like more details. 01983 240 732
Second Wednesday of every month - Creekside WI meet at the Methodist Church hall in Wootton at 7.15pm. Come and have some fun. Visitors are always very welcome.
First and Third Wednesday of the month - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding an Info Point at the Pyle Street Pantry, Newport Congregational Church, Newport PO30 1UH from 10:45am - 12:30pm. Please drop in if you need any information, guidance or support. 01983 240 732
Every Thursday - Friendly Cribbage group meet at The Isle of Wight Community Club, Park Road, Cowes – 6.30pm. Come along and enjoy an evening playing cards and make new friends in the process. If you don’t already play, just give Wendy a ring on 07584600053 and she will arrange some beginner’s lessons to get you started. Entry is just £1.00 first session is free.
Every Thursday - Table Tennis at Freshwater Methodist, Brookside Road. From 6pm to 7:30pm. Beginners welcome. A fun, social place for non-competitive games. Free activity, with donations towards light refreshments. Please contact David 01983 760063 for further details.
Every Thursday - Short Mat Bowls from 1pm to approx. 4pm at Freshwater Memorial Hall. Beginners welcome- bowls available to borrow. For details contact: Stuart Sanford on 01983 754725. Tea/coffee and biscuits at half time. Open to everyone.
Second Thursday of the month - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding an Info Point at The Apex Church, main Church building, St Faith's Road, Cowes PO31 7HH from 10:30am – 12noon. Please drop in if you need any information, guidance or support. 01983 240 732
Third Thursday of the month - Whippingham WI Meet at Whippingham Community Centre, Alverstone Road, Whippingham at 1.30pm .Come along to enjoy a speaker, friendship and fun.
Last Thursday of the month - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding a Craft Group at Brighstone Social Club, Main Road, Brighstone PO30 4AJ from 10am to 12noon. £2 to take part. Please call if you would like more details. 01983 240 732
Every Friday - Al Anon Family Group (family and friends of alcoholics) meet at a warm, friendly location in High Street, Newport from 11.45- 1.15. If alcohol is in any way affecting your life this is the safe place to meet; your anonymity is protected at all times. Further details ring (01983) 638198.
Every Friday – Isle of Wight Age UK Dementia Care offer a drop-in session from 11am – 1pm @ Parklands Dementia Resource Centre, Park Road, Cowes, PO31 7LZ. Offering advice and support to you or someone you know who is experiencing memory problems.
Every Friday - Freshwater Market from 8.30am-12noon at the Memorial Hall. Homemade cakes, plants, books, jewellery, fresh eggs, original artwork, crafts, bric-a-brac, café, handcrafted liqueurs and much more.
Second Friday of the month - The Living Well & Early Help Service will be holding a free community drop in session called ‘East Cowes Together’ at The East Side Curve (community library), York Avenue, East Cowes PO32 6RU from 10am – 12noon. There will be a range of visiting organisations in attendance to provide information and guidance. Free hot drinks are available. Please call if you would like more details. 01983 240 732
Third Friday of the month - Wootton Afternoon Townswomen's Guild meet at the Methodist Church, Station Road, Wootton Bridge, from 2pm to 4pm. Free parking in Steam Railway car park opposite. We are a friendly group, and hold talks and go on outings etc.
Every Saturday and Sunday – Pawsome Bargains Charity Shop at Isle of Wight Cats Protection, Marlborough Road, Ryde. Open from 1 – 3pm. Great bargains with all money going towards to the cats.
Every Saturday until the end of September – Colwell Common Totland Bay Car Boot Sale. Sellers from 8.30am and buyers from 9am. Midday finish and weather permitting. Cars £5 – Vans £7.
First Saturday of the Month - Headway Isle of Wight support Group at the Riverside Centre, Newport from 10am – 12pm. All Brain injury survivors, carers and family are welcome.
Second Saturday of the month – Community Coffee morning at Ryde United Reform Church, Haylands from 10am – 12 noon.
Third Sunday of the month – Café Style worship at Ryde United Reform Church in Haylands. This more informal setting allows people to explore issues of faith in a relaxed environment and enjoy some breakfast together. All are most welcome to drop in and join us at 10.30am.