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HOVERTRAVEL OFFERS NEW TRIPS TO THE MAINLAND

May 18, 2012 by

 

Hovertravel has teamed up with established travel operator Lucketts Travel to offer day trips and short breaks on the mainland and in Europe. In addition, Hovertravel is offering a 20% discount on crossings when purchased with a Lucketts Travel booking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loretta Lale, Marketing Manager at Hovertravel, explains, “This partnership will allow Hovertravel to provide an extensive choice of excursions for our Island customers – just in time for the summer season.”

 

For the first time Lucketts Travel coaches will be stopping at the Hovertravel Terminal on Clarence Esplanade in Southsea. It means passengers can transfer from the hovercraft to a coach with the minimum of fuss.

 

Ian Luckett of Lucketts Travel said, “We’re always looking at ways of making it easier for people to enjoy an excursion or short break. Teaming up with Hovertravel makes sense for both companies, allowing customers to book ferry and coach tickets in one place. The deal opens up a world of travel opportunities for people living on the Island, and hopefully will allow us to expand our business too.”

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Hovertravel launches first ever island I-Spy book for the Isle of Wight

May 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Hovertravel launches first ever island I-Spy book for the Isle of Wight

Hovertravel has launched a new version of a classic children’s activity book: I-Spy .  The I -Spy series was re- launched by Michelin in 2009 and the team at Hovertravel has created an edition dedicated to the Isle of Wight.

Bringing together two truly iconic activities: I-Spy and hovercraft travel, a daycation to the Isle of Wight can now be a hands-on, real experience which engages children with the environment and involves the family in a simple fun game. The classic picture riddle format easily involves children in learning about   Hovertravel  and the multiple attractions of the Isle of Wight. Priced at £2.50, this pocket-sized book is the only I-Spy dedicated to an island and is the first in the series history to feature hovercraft.
With over 40 pages and 200 pictures, which children have to ‘I-Spy’.  The books are an educational way for children to understand what they see by completing the visual riddles and collecting points.
With 50 titles and 1,000,000 books printed, why not make this the first in the series. When 1,000 points are collected, you can join the I-Spy club to receive a certificate of achievement.
I-Spy’s appeal is its timeless charm, which taps into the inquisitive and curious nature of children, and gives a trip to Isle of Wight a whole new dimension. Children can look back on their day, and re-live the things they saw.  By working together with Hovertravel, this new book will introduce the Island to a new generation of I-Spy fans. For more information go to http://www.hovertravel.co.uk/

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Live Theatre with Red TIE youth theatre at The Quay Arts…..

May 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

RedTIE Youth Theatre Showcase

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sat 12 May 5:30pm Doors 4:30pm & 8.30pm Doors 7.30pm£7 / £5 (student concession)

Red TIE youth theatre present four short contrasting productions showcasing RedTIE’s talent for producing serious drama, comedy and educational theatre.

Freak! is a tragic story of a young girl who struggles to find acceptance because of her appearance.
Carpe Diem is a devised piece inspired by the philosophy of the late Steve Jobs.
Help2Grieve and STOP! are theatre in-education pieces, highlighting the issues young face in our modern world.

To book tickets Quay Arts, Sea Street, Newport Harbour, Isle of Wight PO30 5BD
Telephone: 01983 822490 www.quayarts.org

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Scottish Borders Holiday Homes have a special offer !

May 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Booking a holiday in the Scottish Borders then take a look at Scottish Borders Holiday Homes this house is great for families and large groups. If you book you before the end of June you  can get 10% off your booking if you tell them you found the information on Wightblog…….. so book your holiday now.

 

St Kilda is a new build detached holiday home in the Scottish Borders. Finished to a high standard and situated within this idyllic Berwickshire village of Auchencrow. St Kilda enjoys  wonderful open views, the 5 bedroom house in Auchencrow offers incredible space with flexible accommodation over two levels. So great for families or large groups with plenty in the surrounding area to see and do during your stay in Auchencrow.

 

You will find peaceful countryside with the Lammermuir Hills not far away, yet only an hour’s drive you can be in the city of Edinburgh or south to Newcastle upon Tyne. The house has easy access to all amenities, Auchencrow has a traditional village pub called The Craw Inn which you can walk to, serving real ales, beer and food. Post office, shop and coffee shop you will find about 2 miles away in Reston. St Kilda is a great holiday home perfect for, walking, cycling, golfing  holidays and also for  exploring  the beaches and the Scottish Borders. Discover the freedom of the vast skies and this peaceful countryside. Dogs welcome as we have some great walk right on the door step. For more information and booking go to www.scottishbordersholidayhomes.co.uk

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Bodster Equine Assisted Learning Centre Adult Learners Week

May 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Adult Learners Week

Free taster 2 hr session at Bodster equine assisted learning centre 

Tuesday 15th May 10am til 12 noon

Description
Bodster Equine Assisted Learning Centre offers a unique opportunity to enjoy fantastic interaction on the ground with gentle ponies in beautiful surroundings on the Isle of Wight. Under full instruction and supervision you will soon be learning how to communicate with ponies and develop your self-esteem and self- confidence. Based on the Isle of Wight, interactions with our ponies at Bodster is a unique and exhilarating activity guaranteed to provide you with fun, adventure and a great sense of achievement. Our sessions are safe, exhilarating and eco-friendly. There is no riding involved but work includes leading ponies safely, completing team building exercises, learning how to have a horse follow you in a round pen because it wants to be with you and developing an understanding of Natural horsemanship where you can enjoy tasks either on your own or with your family. Spend an ideal family morning or afternoon in a peaceful setting here at Aldermoor farm, Upton Road, Ryde. We work with anyone aged 6 years to 60 years of age and can help anyone build self esteem and confidence. you do not need to have had anything to do with ponies before. The session is for 2 hrs and involves working with the ponies on the gorund. No riding involved.
Special instructions
wear old clothes and warm clothing and sensible footwear it is outside event.
How to book
Ring us on 07790305108 Jo Boddington

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Visual Art at Quay Arts in Newport

May 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Piers & Bridges

The West Gallery FREE ENTRY Sat 5 – Sat 26 May 

 

Riverfest / Drop-In: Sat 19 May 10am-3pm FREE

We begin our Standpoint season by examining man’s fascination with piers and bridges. We explore them through their architectural and environmental qualities but also in a more metaphorical way. The project coincides with Newport’s Riverfest event in Newport and the work of British photographer Simon Roberts and his latest project Pierdom. A large-scale pier and bridge installation in The West Gallery by artists Tim Johnson and Chris Jenkins encourages us to consider these man-made structures that connect us to the coast, sea and land.For more information go to Quay Arts, Sea Street, Newport Harbour, Isle of Wight PO30 5BD

Telephone: 01983 822490 http://quayarts.org/home.aspx

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Nearly New Sale’s Fundraising Success For Departing NCT Isle of Wight Volunteer Organiser

May 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Isle of Wight’s latest Nearly New Sale has raised almost £4500 for the national parenting charity NCT.The twice-yearly sale took place this April 2012 when charity fund-raisers welcomed 283 people through the doors of the Riverside Centre in Newport.
The Nearly New Sale of pre-loved baby, children’s and maternity clothes and equipment is the Isle of Wight branch of the NCT’s biggest fundraiser. It takes place twice a year and the next sale will be held in October.
This time around, Nearly New Sale Organiser and Wootton mum-of-one Liz Traill is waving goodbye to the role that she’s held since 2011. During her time as a volunteer, she’s organised four sales, broken local fundraising records, expanded the sale to include a second room packed with bargains, and helped win the branch a coveted NCT Gold Award.
Nearly New Sale Organiser Liz Traill says, “It’s been a huge challenge but I’ve really enjoyed the role. I am handing over to Danika Barber from this time next year and we’ll jointly run our popular October sale while Danika learns the ropes.”
“This time around I must say a huge thanks to the Riverside Centre and Artigiano for all the support.
Mum-of-two Danika Barber from Newport, says, “I recognised how important this sale is to the branch’s ability to deliver support to new parents on the Island. I can’t wait to get my teeth into organising the event and expanding it even further.”
To learn more about the NCT email chair@wightnct.org.uk, visit our Facebook page (NCT
Isle of Wight), find us on Twitter (@WightNCT), or visit www.wightnct.org.uk.

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Hovertravel helps you get to Gatwick Airport this summer !!!!

May 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment

GETTING TO GATWICK

Hovertravel, the quickest ferry to the mainland, has launched a new offer to help make travelling to the airport even easier. Working with Airport Cars, an independent taxi firm specialising in trips to Gatwick Airport, Hovertravel customers can now book their travel from the island through to the airport.

Loretta Lale, marketing manager at Hovertravel, explains: “Going on holiday can require detailed planning when arranging how to get to the departure from the Island. We wanted to create a hassle-free offer which brought together the speed of the hovercraft with the personal service provided by our taxi partner.

Including help with luggage, direct to terminal delivery and the flexibility of having a dedicated driver, a taxi to the airport is one of the best ways to ensure your holiday gets off to the right start.”

Prices vary depending on the number of passengers and the departure/arrival time of flights but start from £110 for two people catching a lunchtime flight from Gatwick and there is a 20% discount on all standard adult and child Hovertravel fares.

This latest taxi offer from Hovertravel is part of their range of onward travel promotions with partners such as South West Trains and National Express.

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