Meet the Maker – Alicia French

Meet the Maker – Alicia French

This article first appeared in the July/August 2023 edition of Style of Wight magazine. Words by James Rayner. Photography by Sam French (@samfrenchphotography). Since first catching sight of Alicia’s impressive under-the-sea-themed sculptures in a pop-up exhibition...

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Following the Herd: 100 Years at Briddlesford Farm

Following the Herd: 100 Years at Briddlesford Farm

This article first appeared in the July/August 2023 edition of Style of Wight magazine. Words by James Rayner. Photography by Julian Winslow. Stretching from the rippling waters of Palmer’s Brook, south to Blacklands Lane and north to the old railway line that once...

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Meet the Illustrator – Thea Welsford

Meet the Illustrator – Thea Welsford

This article first appeared in the May / June 2023 issue of Style of Wight magazine. For many a year, we’ve seen the distinctive and playful designs of local illustrator and designer Thea Welsford springing up all over the place — from the stylish Ventnor Fringe...

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Meet the Furniture Maker – Kate Sanger

Meet the Furniture Maker – Kate Sanger

This article first appeared in the September/October 2023 issue of Style of Wight magazine. Words by James Rayner. Photography by Julian Winslow. On her days in the workshop, Kate Sanger leaves behind the breaking waves and circling seagulls of her home in Freshwater...

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Over 1,000 people attend 2023 Homes & Interiors Show

Over 1,000 people attend 2023 Homes & Interiors Show

It couldn't have been better. The Style of Wight Homes & Interiors Show on Sunday 15th October was a palpable hit with exhibitors and visitors alike. Ellie Tuffrey of Bembridge Flower Shop The sun shone down on this, the second year of the show. Some were new...

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The Return of Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair for 2023

The Return of Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair for 2023

A day-long Festival of Folk & Blues set in the stunning grounds of Wolverton Manor, Shorwell, Isle of Wight PO30 3JS on Saturday 13th May 2023. 11.30am to 8.00pm. From the successful launch in 2011, the family-friendly festival has been gaining...

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Harp on Wight International Festival

Harp on Wight International Festival

28th October - 1st November 2022 Harp on Wight international have a very impressive and diverse line-up for their ninth annual festival, including the first appearance at the event by Catrin Finch from Wales, Affectionately known as the 'Queen of Harps, Catrin is...

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Introducing the Isle of Wight Homes & Interiors Show 2022

Introducing the Isle of Wight Homes & Interiors Show 2022

Sunday 23rd October, East Afton Farm House 10 am to 4 pm Introducing the Isle of Wight’s very first Homes & Interiors Show - a unique event, hosting a curated collection of hand-picked brands and quality exhibitors, set in the stunning, natural countryside of West...

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