Famous People & the Isle of Wight: Episode 49

Famous People who are associated with the Isle of Wight We tell you every week about why we love the Isle of Wight and why you should visit and we are not alone, throughout the years there have been a number of famous people who have been born here, lived here or famously visited. What we will tell you about in this episode Famous people born on the Isle of Wight including; Bear Grylls Jeremy Irons Phil Jupitus Anthony Minghella  Famous people who live here now & in the past; Melvyn Hayes Alan Titchmarsh Ellen McArthur Queen Victoria Famous people in history who have visited the Isle of Wight Winston Churchill Oliver Cromwell Lord Nelson  Mahatma Gandhi Infamous people detained on the Isle of Wight Famous Star Spotting including; Robert Pattinson Kirsten Stewart Benedict Cumberbatch Martin Freeman In the News Ali's news covers a topic which may or may not have been covered before! A brand new attraction coming to East Cowes, Random Rooms - Escape Rooms. Get padlocked into a room with a handful of your closest friends and try to find your way out. In a rather slow news week Tony brings Gull Proof recycling bag news. Food & Drink  In the food and drink segment we were really impressed by the service at Dimbola Lodge in Freshwater Bay. Also a great selection of cakes and very good coffee. Links you may find helpful  Islebuy.co.uk Dimbola Lodge  Buy your tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival 2016 here - Tickets cost £200 with the booking fee.  

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A full, frank and funny guide to all things Isle of Wight. We are two young(ish) entrepreneur types who love living on the Isle of Wight, spending time at local events and enjoying all of the great attractions. We take all there is to do on the Island (and there is a lot) and we review it for you. Lots of great information about where to go, where to stay, what to eat and all the insider tips that will help make your visit or day out on the Island great. The Isle of Wight is fast becoming the place to go with two fabulous music festivals, the Isle of Wight festival in June and Bestival in September, as well as Cowes Week, Isle of Arts and much more you. If you want to know the Islanders view, the insider tips and hints, all the best places the locals go, as well as the best spots for free parking, souvenirs and much more this is the Podcast for you. As well as great information you can be entertained with our light hearted humour and passion for the real gem of the UK.