Lisa’s story I will be walking from Fort William to Aviemore in May this year. I'll be carrying everything I need for the week.... I will be backpacking and wild camping. I have decided to do this to raise money for the Alzheimers Cafe on the Isle of Wight because I've seen the amazing work they do and support they provide. This can be life changing for the people involved. […]

The 4Ps Project The 4Ps Project In addition to the massive programme of highways improvements Island Roads is currently undertaking, the company is committed to supporting the local Island community during its time on the Island. To do this, the company has helped to establish the Isle of Wight Foundation, a registered charitable trust that focuses on combining the skills of Island Roads’ staff, together with financial assistance, to help […]

The 4Ps Project The Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF) is South Western Railway’s programme to support projects that have a community benefit or address an area of social need across our network.Find out more here CCIF is intended to support small and medium-sized projects which can be completed over the course of the year. Across all previous rounds of funding, we have supported over 100 projects with a value […]

The 4Ps Project Move On and Thrive Youth Empowerment Bursary Fund The Move On and Thrive Youth Empowerment Fund 2024 is for young people living on the Isle of Wight, between the ages of 16 and 25, who need a little extra help to ‘Move On and Thrive’! The fund focuses on five key areas: transport costs, health and wellbeing, personal development, digital inclusion, and moving into a new home. […]

Vectis Radio Gig and Events GuideDATE  Friday 21 and Saturday 22 March 2025  EVENT  Sorrel Nation - Lost En Route Vinyl TourVENUE  Ventnor Arts ClubTIME 8 pm - 10.30 pmPRICE £15 plus booking fee.  Call (01983) 857060 or go to www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/live-music-sorrel-nation-in-concert-tickets———————————————————-DATE  Thursday 27th and Sunday 28th March EVENT  The Crucible VENUE  Jenny Kerry Performing Arts Centre, Ryde School TIME  7pmPRICE £9————————————————————————DATE Friday 28th March EVENT Vectis Radio Community Awards 2025VENUE Cafe Isola , Newport TIME […]

Off the back of of the success of The 4PS Radio Training School for young people, we now have funds for adult learning provided by the Isle of Wight Council. The Service supports programmes that encourage disadvantaged adults and communities to enjoy learning and to prepare for employment, self-employment or further training. The course is a programme for adults with disabilities or learning difficulties to become involved in radio production […]

Join The Vectis Radio Team Join Us and Make a Difference at Vectis Radio We Broadcast from The Riverside Centre in Newport, PO302QR There are various exciting ways you can become a part of the Vectis Radio community: 1. Be a Presenter or Co-host - Share your passion and personality as a show presenter. - Co-host with experienced broadcasters. - Explore opportunities in our news team and assist with VoiceOver […]

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TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT Vectis Radio announces the finalists for the 2025 Isle of Wight Community Awards. Once again, Vectis Radio is pleased to announce the list of finalists for the 2025 community awards. This is the third year of these awards and the ceremony, which is sponsored by, and will be held at Caffe Isola, Newport, on Friday, March 28th. The High Sheriff, Graham Biss, will present this year's […]