An unforgettable journey into the world of science, conservation, and our planet. Now in its 4th year, FOCAS is set to be bigger and better, growing on from the huge successes of previous years! Explore how you can make a real difference and get hands-on with immersive science experiences that inspire change at FOCAS Fest 2026!

Northwood Allotments, where community, nature, and home-grown food come together in a peaceful and welcoming setting.

We’re opening our gates for an open access visit, inviting you to explore a working allotment site, see what’s growing and learn how local people cultivate fresh fruit, vegetables, and flowers while sharing skills, knowledge, and a love of the outdoors.

Hear from Jan Harper Whale, about her dedicated research into the Wihtwara people, using DNA archeology. Uncover the truth about their lives, here on the Diamond Isle. The Wihtwara were a peaceful, spiritual race of pagan people, who migrated here from Denmark in the late Neolithic times. They worshipped Nerthus, the Earthmother and were guardians of our island.

Jan has uncovered evidence that they were killed for their beliefs, with the major battle taking place in the valley below the Longstone.

Step into a real working Permaculture smallholding and join us for a tour through our evolving systems, where we’ll share how we grow food, care for animals, and harness natural energy.

Visit Holly Maslen in her studio by the sea, to catch a glimpse into the world of sustainable fashion. Browse her exhibition of reimagined, painted clothes or bring along any leather good for a unique, one off piece.

Create a 12-word story about the natural world – animals, rivers, trees, plants, growth, renewal, recycling – the sky’s the limit.

Godshill Wild will be an environmentally focused community event that celebrates the unique nature of the village.

Godshill Wild will be an environmentally focused community event that celebrates the unique nature of the village.

Children aged 4+ can head to Lord Louis Library to make their very own fossils to take home. We think this will be very popular, so booking is essential.

Wihtwara Rainbow presents full ceremony to honour our ancestors the Wihtwara.

Join Jan Harper Whale and Chuck Derby, as they lead you through a traditional ceremony to honour our sacred isle.

An unforgettable journey into the world of science, conservation, and our planet. Now in its 4th year, FOCAS is set to be bigger and better, growing on from the huge successes of previous years! Explore how you can make a real difference and get hands-on with immersive science experiences that inspire change at FOCAS Fest 2026!

Calling all budding young artists on the Isle of Wight, aged 8-12 years. Join expert artists to learn how to bring your imagination to life with a Biosphere themed art activity.

Wihtwara Rainbow and Jan Harper Whale are inviting you to Grammars Wood to take part in an ancient wisdom circle, an opportunity for guided meditation.

Step into a real working Permaculture smallholding and join us for a tour through our evolving systems, where we’ll share how we grow food, care for animals, and harness natural energy.

The Wihtwara Rainbow Tribe are welcoming you into Grammar’s Wood, a place of peace, love and harmony, to experience the Peace Pipe.

Without temptations of the modern world, the ceremony is truly a connection between us and our island.

Experience the gentle healing effects of tree essence. In this group healing session. We’ll work together to explore the essences, working on the etheric body. Connecting with the healing essence of trees.

You might recognise Lucy Lapwing from BBC’s Springwatch. As a self-prescribed nature nerd, she has turned her passion for wildlife conservation and campaigning into wonderfully compelling writing. ‘Love Is a Toad’ traverses meadows, bogs and hedgerows, digging down into our relationship with the natural world.

A free and friendly, adult-only walk from the Isobel Community Cafe in Pan estate, where we’ll also end for a well deserved, free hot drink. Following an easy, suitable pace, this is for anyone that wants gentle movement and social connection.

Visit Holly Maslen in her studio by the sea, to catch a glimpse into the world of sustainable fashion. Browse her exhibition of reimagined, painted clothes or bring along any leather good for a unique, one off piece.

Explore the beautiful wooded landscape of St Lawrence in the Undercliff on this gentle, guided 3-hour walk. Hear about the importance of trees in stabilising the landscape.

For the first time ever, the Isle of Wight will host a UV night walk. Explore, connect and wander with insects. In many species, the UV light causes a natural glowing reaction called ‘biofluorescence’.

Part of the ‘Through the Eyes of Insects’ project, which aims to help communities establish valued connections to the natural world.

Visit Holly Maslen in her studio by the sea, to catch a glimpse into the world of sustainable fashion. Browse her exhibition of reimagined, painted clothes or bring along any leather good for a unique, one off piece.

Step into the Glasshouse and be immersed in a listening and moodling experience. Move between the Pod, outdoor spaces, and the light-filled greenhouse, noticing how your attention shifts and settles in each new environment.

Head out into the rockpools of Bembridge Ledges, on a popular Rockpool Safari, with local marine biologists and underwater photographers; Theo Vickers and Laura McConnell. Discover, explore and record local marine life!

Visit Holly Maslen in her studio by the sea, to catch a glimpse into the world of sustainable fashion. Browse her exhibition of reimagined, painted clothes or bring along any leather good for a unique, one off piece.

Follow in the footsteps of famous, historic island photographer, Margaret Cameron. On a 2-hour guided walk around the coastal town that inspired her, Freshwater Bay.

A 2-hour guided walk to find out how to create a mini wildflower meadow in your own garden. Pick up tips and tricks on planting your own wildflowers, maintaining them, and the new visitors you might attract to your garden.

Be inspired by the incredible work of the Wight Nature Fund in preserving our island’s Biosphere. Hear about a beautiful managed site South of Yarmouth, traditional hedge laying, and the island’s Tree Warden Network.

Whether you’re passionate about wildlife, interested in local history, or simply curious about the natural environment around you, this promises to be an inspiring and informative event.

Join us for an open day at the Gift to Nature Community Tree Nursery, a growing hub for local biodiversity, conservation, and community action.

This free, family-friendly event offers a chance to explore how locally sourced native trees are grown from seed and prepared for planting across the Isle of Wight. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or simply curious, there’s something for everyone.

Visit Holly Maslen in her studio by the sea, to catch a glimpse into the world of sustainable fashion. Browse her exhibition of reimagined, painted clothes or bring along any leather good for a unique, one off piece.

Join us for a “Ryde Growing Spaces Walk & Talk” to explore the community spaces of Ryde.

End the walk & talk by contributing to the Network Ryde eco art project - ‘Wild Waste’

Join the Island Storytellers as they take you on storytelling journeys that begin under one of Rylstone Garden's magnificent trees.  

Spend the evening enjoying a brilliant medley of folk tales about trees. The stories may branch out to many times and many countries, but all will have their roots deep in the ground, connecting nature and humanity.

Join Esprit Freedivers and Theo Vickers for a marine conservation talks and tapas evening focussing on our local marine life and coastal waters.

Your ticket includes a selection of tapas and refreshments, with all proceeds supporting vital marine conservation charities.

Join Tanya Hendy for a deeply nourishing yoga experience on the wild and beautiful shores of Compton Bay, Isle of Wight — where sweeping cliffs, open skies and the rhythm of the sea create the perfect space to reconnect with our beautiful land and seascape.

Join Esprit Freedivers for an underwater freediving safari

Join the Earth Museum as they share Air We Breathe - their global learning programme designed to teach 7 - 14 year olds about the past, present and future of air pollution and clean air.

The Morris sides are performing before the new carnival Mardi Gras procession with their Folktastic theme.

This event is to allow the Islands Morris teams to showcase their prowess in Morris dancing and the different styles that they perform.

Join Fishbourne Parish Council on a walk through the woodland and ancient ruins of Quarr Abbey

Bring your children to Freshwater Library where they can pot up some sunflowers to take home and enjoy.

Step into a real working Permaculture smallholding and join us for a tour through our evolving systems, where we’ll share how we grow food, care for animals, and harness natural energy.

Visit Holly Maslen in her studio by the sea, to catch a glimpse into the world of sustainable fashion. Browse her exhibition of reimagined, painted clothes or bring along any leather good for a unique, one off piece.

Bring your children along for a special ocean-themed story time and then enjoy a craft session making jelly fish.

Join Cyclewight for a family friendly cycle from Merstone station to Shanklin and back.

This slow paced cycle has multiple points to join, so everyone can get involved!

Join the Earth Museum as they create a photographic exhibition and digital learning resource to tell stories about people - past and present.

Translating Frequencies: 639 returns to Calbourne Church by popular demand, following a hugely well-received installation last year.

Created by Isle of Wight artist Nathan Holt, this unique immersive sound art experience weaves together field recordings and 639hz frequency to transform the ancient resonant space of the church into a living instrument.

Bonchurch Open Gardens is a much-loved annual event inviting visitors to explore a collection of 15+ private gardens across the historic village of Bonchurch on the Isle of Wight. For two afternoons, garden gates are opened to reveal everything from cottage-style planting and wildlife-friendly spaces to established coastal gardens with sea views. 

Of Wool and Words is a creative writing workshop which will explore the ancient traditions of livestock farming, spinning and weaving, and celebrate the combination of nature, people and place.

Participants will be encouraged to consider pastoral poems, the interaction between humans and nature, and how farming is portrayed within literature.

Children can drop in to this fun FREE session and create painted leaf print pictures of trees to take home and display.

Children can join in with making their own Island creatures at Cowes library.

Step into a real working Permaculture smallholding and join us for a tour through our evolving systems, where we’ll share how we grow food, care for animals, and harness natural energy.