Welcome to the Isle of Life!

Welcome to the Isle of Life!

So here we are! A hot July is now over and an even hotter-looking August is upon us! We’re so lucky to be having such a fantastic summer - this weather has been beautiful for the best part of 6 weeks now. and it looks as though there’s another 6 weeks of glory ahead of us too!

We’ve decided to be a little ‘different’ in this blog as apposed to what we’ve done previously… We’re writing more from the heart rather than our minds… We want to let you all know what it’s like to be an actual islander here in the summer as there are so many things to do, so many places to go, so many things to see. We’ve decided to list a number of our favourite events that are coming up!

So without further ado, welcome to the Isle of Life:

The Chale Show - 02-03 Aug 2014, Chale Recreation Ground

Being an islander, this is a yearly event that a lot of people make an effort to come to. See it as our own little Royal Garden show, but on a smaller scale. There’s plenty to do for all generations attending, with things such as:

• Island vintage tractors, steam & military vehicles
• Farmers market     
• David Randini Magician
• Children's free creative activity and circus skills area.
• Annual community kids running races
• Fun for all ages with professional Street entertainers, jugglers and circus performances
• Childrens fairground rides

Be sure to check it out if you’re nearby. Bring the family along with you. There’s more than enough to be able to spend a day here then make your way down the road to a lovely pub to enjoy an evening meal in the sun.

For more info, check their website here. (http://www.thechaleshow.co.uk/).

Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week - 02-09 Aug 2014, Cowes/Solent

Picture curtesy of http://www.girlsforsail.com/

Now, alongside the two festivals, Cowes Week has got to be one of the events that really puts the Isle of Wight on the map for things to do. Cowes Week entices around 20,000 people trust the week long event. On the follow Friday there is always fireworks from on the Solent. It is an amazing site to see, so we would recommend that you go down there with the whole family because the atmosphere is incredible!

During the week you will see thousands of boats, meet thousands of people, and enjoy some of the finest islands beer.

But, don't just take our word for it check out the website itself: (http://www.aamcowesweek.co.uk/)

Ventnor Fringe Festival - 12-17 Aug 2014, Ventnor

Well then… Everyone loves the festival don't they? Similar the very famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Ventnor Fringe Festival is the Isle of Wight’s own fancy version. Celebrating all things party and cultural the fringe festival is a fantastic place for people to bring their family along for a day out. 

Simply talking about this will not do it justice, you really should check it out for yourself: (http://ventnorexchange.co.uk/vfringe)

V-Dub Island - Thur 14 to Tue 19 Aug 2014

Own a VW campervan? Not heard of V-Dub? Shame on you! The V-Dub Island weekend is aimed at the VW camper van enthusiasts, Attracting people from all over the world. The plus side to this, is even if you're not a fan per se, you get to explore and see some of the most impressive and well kitted out vans there are. Becoming quite a fashion accessory… the VW Campervan is becoming quite an island icon as of late. This event is fantastic the people of all ages and interests. It's bound to be a fun week! 

Take a look at their website here: (http://www.v-dubisland.com/home.html)

Isle of Wight Garlic Festival - 16-17 Aug 2014, Near Newchurch, Sandown

Unfortunately, only a two day event! The isle of wight garlic festival is one of the most entertaining, fun, family friendly events on the calendar. There is always live music, lots of fun and games, market stalls from Local farmers giving you free tasters of their food, competitions, And some of the best types of beer and annual you will ever taste.

Costing just £9.50 for adults and £5 for children, this event really is a no-brainer: (http://www.garlic-festival.co.uk/).

Isle of Wight Scooter Rally - 22-25 Aug 2014, Ryde

Truly Isle of Wight: the Isle of Wight scooter rally takes place towards the end of August. Again, much like the camper vans, you don't need to be a true fan of scootering around to appreciate and absorb the atmosphere. There are very few places where you can go on the island during this weekend and not see a scooter driving by. Just looking at some of the detail which goes into these guys with their bikes and how they modify them is just phenomenal. It's a really great weekend.

For more details please check out their website here: (http://www.vfmscoot.co.uk/_pages/index.htm).

We hope you've enjoyed our different styled blog, And that you'll come back next month to see Septembers fantastic events. 

Much love, the Niton Barns team!