Amber Heat Health Alert 18 – 23 June 2026
Posted in behalf of the Isle of Wight Council ⚠️ AMBER HEAT HEALTH ALERT ⚠️ The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office have issued an amber heat-health alert for the Southeast, including the Island. The alert is in place between 12noon on Thursday 18 June 2026 and 8pm on Tuesday 23 June 2026 🟠Amber alerts are […]
Sandown’s ‘Heritage Hero’ James Dore featured as 13 hidden Island stories win funding
Past Futures funding has been awarded to 13 community organisations across the Isle of Wight for its second round of grants. This major initiative, a partnership between Creative Island, HIWCF, and The National Lottery Heritage Fund, delivers vital investment to safeguard and celebrate the Island’s unique, everyday histories. A remarkable era of The Bay is […]
Football Foundation PlayZone opens in Sandown to boost grassroots sport
A Football Foundation PlayZone was officially opened by The High Sheriff Nigel Hartley at Sandham Gardens in Sandown, thanks to a £250,000 investment from the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation. After netting a £250,000 grant from the Football Foundation, work began on the site in October 2026 Football Foundation PlayZones are […]
Sandown Town Council Launches Community Survey on Future of Ocean Hotel Esplanade Site
Sandown Town Council has opened a new community survey to help shape the future redevelopment of the land in front of the Ocean Hotel, adjacent to the Esplanade. The site offers a major opportunity to create a welcoming and accessible public space, and the Council is asking residents, visitors, and local groups to share their […]
Invitation foe Expressions of Interest – Beach Safety Service
SANDOWN TOWN COUNCIL INVITATION FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Notice is hereby given that potential suppliers are formally invited to submit expressions of interest as outlined below. If your company is interested in being considered for this contract, please contact the Council for the tender documentation. Description/object of the contract: Provision of Beach Safety Service in Sandown […]
The Broadway Centre Marks World Parkinson’s Day 2026
The Broadway Centre Marks World Parkinson’s Day 2026 with New Monthly Parkinson’s Nurse Clinic. The Broadway Centre is proud to mark World Parkinson’s Day on Saturday 11 April 2026 with a dedicated Parkinson’s Awareness Display available for the community to visit throughout April. The display brings together clear, accessible information about: The Isle of Wight […]
Sandown Town Council response to Recent Incidents at Sandham Grounds
Recent local reporting about the facilities at Sandham Grounds has highlighted a number of negative incidents at the new PlayZone. While we do experience occasional graffiti, more serious cases of criminal damage — such as the recent CCTV camera being smashed — remain rare. In relation to the 2G MUGA, it is well used and […]
Popular Rainbow Park Zip Wire Replaced Ready for Easter.
Families visiting Sandham Grounds Rainbow Park this Easter will be pleased to hear that the popular zip wire has now been fully replaced and is ready for use. The upgraded equipment has been installed in time for the busy holiday period, ensuring children can safely enjoy one of the park’s favourite attractions. The new zip […]
Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Police Recruitment Roadshow
Shared in support of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary: Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Police Recruitment Roadshow Join Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary at the Isle of Wight Police & Careers Event! Explore roles, meet the teams and start your journey in policing. On Saturday 25 April 2026 between 10am – 2pm […]
Discover a Career in Policing Webinars
Shared in support of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary: Discover a Career in Policing Webinars Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Police excited to share details of our new ‘Discover a Career in Policing’ webinars: These interactive online sessions are designed to provide a detailed insight into our Officer recruitment process, explain the different entry routes and […]