What’s on at The Riverside Centre
The Riverside Centre is host to a wide range of functions and social events for groups, clubs, organisations and societies of all shapes and sizes, from all across the island.
You can find more information here about events we are hosting. Only events that are open to the general public, or that are ticketed, or are welcoming new members are included here. Please follow the links and contact the individual organisations for more information. Our Facebook page also has a weekly post of all events on that week that are open to the public.
Private events, i.e. workshops, meetings or training days are not listed here.
february
02feb10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
02feb10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
03feb2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
February 3, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
05feb2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles. Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles.
Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear works, how to use your natural flinch response, how to set boundaries with confidence, and how to apply simple, effective self‑protection skills in real‑life situations.
No experience needed, just a willingness to learn, move, and build confidence in a supportive environment.
This event is for women only.
- Thu, 5 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 12 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 19 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 26 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
Bfit4life with Krysia – Booking by Bookwhen
more
Organizer
Bfit4life with Krysia
Empowering women through MMA Fitness, Boxing, Resistance Training, Fight Fit Dance & Self-Defence.
krysialp82@gmail.com07391 215415
The Riverside Centre
07feb10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventHeadway | Brain Injury Support GroupMonthly Group Meeting
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre. Headway services Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury. Headway helps
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre.
Headway services
Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury.
Headway helps brain injury survivors come to terms with their new circumstances, re-integrate into family and community life, and maximise their opportunities and choices. It also provides practical and emotional support for families and carers, recognising that they too are coping with new and demanding responsibilities that can leave them feeling isolated and inadequate.
more
Time
February 7, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Headway
Brain injury can challenge every aspect of your life – walking, talking, thinking and feeling – and the losses can be severe and permanent. It can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were. We all think ‘it will never happen to me’, but every year around 350,000 people are admitted to hospital with an acquired brain injury. That’s one every 90 seconds. A brain injury can happen to anyone, at any time. When it does, Headway is here to help.
helpline@headway.org.uk0808 800 2244
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available. The group is formed
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available.
The group is formed of female patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The women find support talking amongst themselves to help each other through treatment as well as dealing with the personal and intimate aspects of breast cancer. This can be at any time during the cancer journey; from diagnosis through treatment and afterwards.
A different topic of interest is introduced at each meeting to help patients to understand and manage their cancer. Health professionals as well as therapists and other speakers, will help patients to stay active, to have a healthier life, as well as giving them confidence in living with breast cancer.
more
Organizer
Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group
Support and help patients on the Isle of Wight who have breast cancer, as well as their family and friends.
info@applegate.care(01983) 534562
The Riverside Centre
08feb4:45 pm4:45 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight SocietyMonthly Talks
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm - 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm – 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Organizer
Isle of Wight Society
The Society was formed in 1969 by concerned residents in response to poor planning decisions, unsympathetic architectural design and mediocre construction of new developments. One of the first activities was to fight the Government over proposals to site a nuclear power station on the Solent coastline. The Isle of Wight Society is an amenity and conservation organisation, registered with the Charity Commission, number 276986, and affiliated to the national organisation Civic Voice.
eastcowesheritage@gmail.com01983 280310
The Riverside Centre
09feb10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
09feb10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
10feb2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
February 10, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
12feb12:30 pm2:30 pmRepeating EventHASAG Coffee MorningCoffee morning - everyone welcome
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the South of England, the South East, London or the Home Counties who have been affected by asbestos.
Our free services include:
- Home visits
- Information about asbestos-related diseases
- Help and advice on benefits and compensation
- Monthly support group coffee mornings
Come along and meet us at one of our HASAG coffee mornings for a chat, information and advice. It is free to attend. Attendees are made up of a variety of people including patients, family and friends – all are welcome. Also present will be specialist nurses and solicitors to offer you their support.
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Organizer
The Riverside Centre
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles. Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles.
Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear works, how to use your natural flinch response, how to set boundaries with confidence, and how to apply simple, effective self‑protection skills in real‑life situations.
No experience needed, just a willingness to learn, move, and build confidence in a supportive environment.
This event is for women only.
- Thu, 5 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 12 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 19 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 26 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
Bfit4life with Krysia – Booking by Bookwhen
more
Organizer
Bfit4life with Krysia
Empowering women through MMA Fitness, Boxing, Resistance Training, Fight Fit Dance & Self-Defence.
krysialp82@gmail.com07391 215415
The Riverside Centre
Event Details
Registration at The Riverside Centre on Saturday 14th Feb 2026. Hot & cold drinks from our fully licensed bar, hot snacks, sausage rolls, bacon baps Cornish Pasties... Parking for organizers and rally
Event Details
Registration at The Riverside Centre on Saturday 14th Feb 2026.
Hot & cold drinks from our fully licensed bar, hot snacks, sausage rolls, bacon baps Cornish Pasties…
Parking for organizers and rally crew, on-site toilets, wifi.
Presentation of prizes 6pm Sunday 15th Feb 2026, times TBC
Time
February 14, 2026 8:00 pm - february 15, 2026 6:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Car Club
The Isle of Wight rally was and is revered as one of the best national rallies of the 1960’s and 1970’s era. Voted best rally one year by the much respected Ecurie Cod Fillet motor club, the rally was graced by many renowned faces and cars.
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go through, cancer treatment. We also offer ongoing support following treatment. We meet for informal coffee on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Riverside Centre in Newport, Isle of Wight from 10:30am -12:00pm.
In addition, we also organise informal social activities regularly, usually to take place at the weekends, to enable patients and their families to connect and be mutually supportive and to encourage a return to physical fitness and to encourage positive mental health and wellbeing.
Just come along to our next meeting, or get in touch with us on the details below.
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Organizer
Open Umbrella Cancer Support
Openumbrella23@gmail.com01983 761 610
The Riverside Centre
16feb10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
16feb10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
17feb2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
February 17, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
19feb2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles. Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles.
Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear works, how to use your natural flinch response, how to set boundaries with confidence, and how to apply simple, effective self‑protection skills in real‑life situations.
No experience needed, just a willingness to learn, move, and build confidence in a supportive environment.
This event is for women only.
- Thu, 5 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 12 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 19 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 26 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
Bfit4life with Krysia – Booking by Bookwhen
more
Organizer
Bfit4life with Krysia
Empowering women through MMA Fitness, Boxing, Resistance Training, Fight Fit Dance & Self-Defence.
krysialp82@gmail.com07391 215415
The Riverside Centre
21feb12:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventVeterans Outreach SupportMonthly drop-in
Event Details
Drop-Ins are welcoming and relaxed places for UK veterans and their direct family members to come for confidential welfare or mental health support, or simply
Event Details
1200 – 1600 all welcome. We will meet, greet and support you to access what you need. We have a number of delivery partners available to support you, quiet areas, clinical triage, social space & a brew, as well as friendly volunteers to chat to.
Who can you see?
VOS Volunteers and Staff are on hand in VOS t-shirts to chat and signpost you.
VOS Clinical Team – you may be able to see the clinical team for triage.
Partner Organisations – we have various partner organisations who regularly attend our Drop-In to coordinate support you may need.
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Organizer
Veterans Outreach Support Group
We support veterans from the UK Armed Forces and Merchant Navy along with their spouses, partners and carers throughout Portsmouth, the Isle of Wight, Gosport, Fareham, and more widely, Hampshire and the south of England.
admin@vosuk.org02392 731 767
The Riverside Centre
22feb2:24 pm2:24 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Prostate Cancer Monthly MeetingCancer Support Group
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.An opportunity to meet
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.
An opportunity to meet with other men who have experienced treatment for Prostate Cancer, and their families and friends, as well as Trustees of our
Support Group.
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Organizer
Isle of Wight Prostate Cancer Support Group
Here to help men and their families through the nightmare of diagnosis, the trauma of treatment and the mental anguish of after care.
secretary@iwpcsg.org07856606197
PSA Testing enquiries: 07568245124
The Riverside Centre
23feb10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
23feb10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
24feb2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
February 24, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles. Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles.
Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear works, how to use your natural flinch response, how to set boundaries with confidence, and how to apply simple, effective self‑protection skills in real‑life situations.
No experience needed, just a willingness to learn, move, and build confidence in a supportive environment.
This event is for women only.
- Thu, 5 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 12 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 19 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 26 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
Bfit4life with Krysia – Booking by Bookwhen
more
Organizer
Bfit4life with Krysia
Empowering women through MMA Fitness, Boxing, Resistance Training, Fight Fit Dance & Self-Defence.
krysialp82@gmail.com07391 215415
The Riverside Centre
27feb8:00 pm5:00 pmBetter Health Day - PhysiotherapyMSK | Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Event Details
An MSK (Musculoskeletal) Better Health Day is a community health initiative, primarily in the UK's Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS area, designed to rapidly clear NHS waiting lists for joint, muscle,
Event Details
An MSK (Musculoskeletal) Better Health Day is a community health initiative, primarily in the UK’s Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS area, designed to rapidly clear NHS waiting lists for joint, muscle, and bone problems by bringing patients and various healthcare professionals (therapists, specialists) together in one place for same-day assessments, advice, and treatment planning, helping people with pain like back or foot issues get faster help.
This service is by appointment only, for enquiries please telephone 01983 534 274.
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Organizer
The Riverside Centre
march
02mar10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
02mar10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
03mar2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
March 3, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
05mar2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles. Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear
Event Details
A practical, trauma‑aware 4‑week self‑protection course for women and girls (18+) based on Tony Blauer’s SPEAR System and Know Fear® principles.
Across four 1.5‑hour sessions, you’ll learn how fear works, how to use your natural flinch response, how to set boundaries with confidence, and how to apply simple, effective self‑protection skills in real‑life situations.
No experience needed, just a willingness to learn, move, and build confidence in a supportive environment.
This event is for women only.
- Thu, 5 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 12 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 19 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
- Thu, 26 Feb ’26 6pm – 7:30pm
Bfit4life with Krysia – Booking by Bookwhen
more
Organizer
Bfit4life with Krysia
Empowering women through MMA Fitness, Boxing, Resistance Training, Fight Fit Dance & Self-Defence.
krysialp82@gmail.com07391 215415
The Riverside Centre
07mar10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventHeadway | Brain Injury Support GroupMonthly Group Meeting
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre. Headway services Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury. Headway helps
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre.
Headway services
Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury.
Headway helps brain injury survivors come to terms with their new circumstances, re-integrate into family and community life, and maximise their opportunities and choices. It also provides practical and emotional support for families and carers, recognising that they too are coping with new and demanding responsibilities that can leave them feeling isolated and inadequate.
more
Time
March 7, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Headway
Brain injury can challenge every aspect of your life – walking, talking, thinking and feeling – and the losses can be severe and permanent. It can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were. We all think ‘it will never happen to me’, but every year around 350,000 people are admitted to hospital with an acquired brain injury. That’s one every 90 seconds. A brain injury can happen to anyone, at any time. When it does, Headway is here to help.
helpline@headway.org.uk0808 800 2244
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available. The group is formed
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available.
The group is formed of female patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The women find support talking amongst themselves to help each other through treatment as well as dealing with the personal and intimate aspects of breast cancer. This can be at any time during the cancer journey; from diagnosis through treatment and afterwards.
A different topic of interest is introduced at each meeting to help patients to understand and manage their cancer. Health professionals as well as therapists and other speakers, will help patients to stay active, to have a healthier life, as well as giving them confidence in living with breast cancer.
more
Organizer
Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group
Support and help patients on the Isle of Wight who have breast cancer, as well as their family and friends.
info@applegate.care(01983) 534562
The Riverside Centre
08mar4:45 pm4:45 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight SocietyMonthly Talks
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm - 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm – 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Organizer
Isle of Wight Society
The Society was formed in 1969 by concerned residents in response to poor planning decisions, unsympathetic architectural design and mediocre construction of new developments. One of the first activities was to fight the Government over proposals to site a nuclear power station on the Solent coastline. The Isle of Wight Society is an amenity and conservation organisation, registered with the Charity Commission, number 276986, and affiliated to the national organisation Civic Voice.
eastcowesheritage@gmail.com01983 280310
The Riverside Centre
09mar10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
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The Riverside Centre
09mar10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
10mar2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
March 10, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
12mar12:30 pm2:30 pmRepeating EventHASAG Coffee MorningCoffee morning - everyone welcome
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the South of England, the South East, London or the Home Counties who have been affected by asbestos.
Our free services include:
- Home visits
- Information about asbestos-related diseases
- Help and advice on benefits and compensation
- Monthly support group coffee mornings
Come along and meet us at one of our HASAG coffee mornings for a chat, information and advice. It is free to attend. Attendees are made up of a variety of people including patients, family and friends – all are welcome. Also present will be specialist nurses and solicitors to offer you their support.
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The Riverside Centre
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go through, cancer treatment. We also offer ongoing support following treatment. We meet for informal coffee on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Riverside Centre in Newport, Isle of Wight from 10:30am -12:00pm.
In addition, we also organise informal social activities regularly, usually to take place at the weekends, to enable patients and their families to connect and be mutually supportive and to encourage a return to physical fitness and to encourage positive mental health and wellbeing.
Just come along to our next meeting, or get in touch with us on the details below.
more
Organizer
Open Umbrella Cancer Support
Openumbrella23@gmail.com01983 761 610
The Riverside Centre
16mar10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
16mar10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
17mar2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
March 17, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
19mar2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
20mar8:00 pm5:00 pmNHS Better Health Day - PhysiotherapyMSK | Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Event Details
An MSK (Musculoskeletal) Better Health Day is a community health initiative, primarily in the UK's Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS area, designed to rapidly clear NHS waiting lists for joint, muscle,
Event Details
An MSK (Musculoskeletal) Better Health Day is a community health initiative, primarily in the UK’s Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS area, designed to rapidly clear NHS waiting lists for joint, muscle, and bone problems by bringing patients and various healthcare professionals (therapists, specialists) together in one place for same-day assessments, advice, and treatment planning, helping people with pain like back or foot issues get faster help.
This service is by appointment only, for enquiries please telephone 01983 534 274.
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The Riverside Centre
21mar12:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventVeterans Outreach SupportMonthly drop-in
Event Details
Drop-Ins are welcoming and relaxed places for UK veterans and their direct family members to come for confidential welfare or mental health support, or simply
Event Details
1200 – 1600 all welcome. We will meet, greet and support you to access what you need. We have a number of delivery partners available to support you, quiet areas, clinical triage, social space & a brew, as well as friendly volunteers to chat to.
Who can you see?
VOS Volunteers and Staff are on hand in VOS t-shirts to chat and signpost you.
VOS Clinical Team – you may be able to see the clinical team for triage.
Partner Organisations – we have various partner organisations who regularly attend our Drop-In to coordinate support you may need.
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Organizer
Veterans Outreach Support Group
We support veterans from the UK Armed Forces and Merchant Navy along with their spouses, partners and carers throughout Portsmouth, the Isle of Wight, Gosport, Fareham, and more widely, Hampshire and the south of England.
admin@vosuk.org02392 731 767
The Riverside Centre
21mar7:00 pm10:00 pmAbility Dogs 4 Young People Charity Barn DanceLive Music from The Caulkheads
Event Details
Live music ⭐ All dances are taught, and all abilities are welcome! Advanced tickets: £12.50 Tickets on the door: £15 All proceeds go to Ability Dogs 4 Young People (Registered Charity No. 1154896) Tickets available
Event Details
Live music
⭐ All dances are taught, and all abilities are welcome!
Advanced tickets: £12.50
Tickets on the door: £15
All proceeds go to Ability Dogs 4 Young People (Registered Charity No. 1154896)
Tickets available from: ️ Ability Dogs Charity Shops – Shanklin & Newport Online: Visit Ability Dogs 4 Young People IOW on Facebook or click ‘Donate’ on the website www.abilitydogs4yp.org.uk to pay via PayPal (quote Barn Dance).
Don’t miss out—grab your tickets now!
Organizer
Ability Dogs 4 Young People Isle of Wight
Ability Dogs 4 Young People is an Isle of Wight charity (started April 2012), training assistance dogs to enhance the independence of disabled young people and children living on the Isle of Wight.
The Riverside Centre
21mar7:00 pm10:00 pmBarn DanceAbility Dogs for Young People Fundraiser
Event Details
Live Music | Dancing | Fully Licensed Bar Ability Dogs 4 Young People is an Isle of Wight charity (started April 2012), training assistance dogs to enhance the independence of disabled
Event Details
Live Music | Dancing | Fully Licensed Bar
Ability Dogs 4 Young People is an Isle of Wight charity (started April 2012), training assistance dogs to enhance the independence of disabled young people and children living on the Isle of Wight. We are training Ability Dogs to help with physical and mental disabilities, including cerebral palsy, autism, diabetes and epilepsy.
Organizer
Ability Dogs 4 Young People Isle of Wight
Ability Dogs 4 Young People is an Isle of Wight charity (started April 2012), training assistance dogs to enhance the independence of disabled young people and children living on the Isle of Wight.
The Riverside Centre
21mar9:00 pm3:00 pmDoughtys Fabric SaleQuilting Fabric Roadshow
Event Details
Annual fabric roadshow, hundreds of fabrics. Hot & cold drinks, cakes and refreshments available.
Event Details
Annual fabric roadshow, hundreds of fabrics.
Hot & cold drinks, cakes and refreshments available.
Organizer
The Riverside Centre
22mar2:24 pm2:24 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Prostate Cancer Monthly MeetingCancer Support Group
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.An opportunity to meet
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.
An opportunity to meet with other men who have experienced treatment for Prostate Cancer, and their families and friends, as well as Trustees of our
Support Group.
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Organizer
Isle of Wight Prostate Cancer Support Group
Here to help men and their families through the nightmare of diagnosis, the trauma of treatment and the mental anguish of after care.
secretary@iwpcsg.org07856606197
PSA Testing enquiries: 07568245124
The Riverside Centre
23mar10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
23mar10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
24mar2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
March 24, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
25marAll DayNHS Give BloodBlood Donation
Event Details
Why give blood? Giving blood saves lives. The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency and for
Event Details
Why give blood?
Giving blood saves lives. The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency and for people who need long-term treatments.
Why do we need you to give blood?
We need new blood donors from all backgrounds to ensure there is the right blood available for patients who need it.
We need:
- 4,300 blood donations every day on average to meet the needs of our hospitals
- over 140,000 people to donate blood for the first time this year
- 12,000 new Black heritage donors, to meet the growing demand for ethnically matched blood for sickle cell patients who need regular transfusions to stay alive
- more young people aged 17-35 to donate, to ensure we have enough blood for the future
To give blood in the Trafalgar room at the Riverside Centre, make an appointment by following the link below; you may need to create a simple account if you have not done so previously.
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The Riverside Centre
30mar10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
30mar10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
31mar2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
March 31, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
april
02apr2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
06apr10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
06apr10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
07apr10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventHeadway | Brain Injury Support GroupMonthly Group Meeting
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre. Headway services Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury. Headway helps
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre.
Headway services
Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury.
Headway helps brain injury survivors come to terms with their new circumstances, re-integrate into family and community life, and maximise their opportunities and choices. It also provides practical and emotional support for families and carers, recognising that they too are coping with new and demanding responsibilities that can leave them feeling isolated and inadequate.
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Time
April 7, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Headway
Brain injury can challenge every aspect of your life – walking, talking, thinking and feeling – and the losses can be severe and permanent. It can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were. We all think ‘it will never happen to me’, but every year around 350,000 people are admitted to hospital with an acquired brain injury. That’s one every 90 seconds. A brain injury can happen to anyone, at any time. When it does, Headway is here to help.
helpline@headway.org.uk0808 800 2244
07apr2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
April 7, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available. The group is formed
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available.
The group is formed of female patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The women find support talking amongst themselves to help each other through treatment as well as dealing with the personal and intimate aspects of breast cancer. This can be at any time during the cancer journey; from diagnosis through treatment and afterwards.
A different topic of interest is introduced at each meeting to help patients to understand and manage their cancer. Health professionals as well as therapists and other speakers, will help patients to stay active, to have a healthier life, as well as giving them confidence in living with breast cancer.
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Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group
Support and help patients on the Isle of Wight who have breast cancer, as well as their family and friends.
info@applegate.care(01983) 534562
The Riverside Centre
08apr4:45 pm4:45 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight SocietyMonthly Talks
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm - 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm – 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Organizer
Isle of Wight Society
The Society was formed in 1969 by concerned residents in response to poor planning decisions, unsympathetic architectural design and mediocre construction of new developments. One of the first activities was to fight the Government over proposals to site a nuclear power station on the Solent coastline. The Isle of Wight Society is an amenity and conservation organisation, registered with the Charity Commission, number 276986, and affiliated to the national organisation Civic Voice.
eastcowesheritage@gmail.com01983 280310
The Riverside Centre
12apr12:30 pm2:30 pmRepeating EventHASAG Coffee MorningCoffee morning - everyone welcome
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the South of England, the South East, London or the Home Counties who have been affected by asbestos.
Our free services include:
- Home visits
- Information about asbestos-related diseases
- Help and advice on benefits and compensation
- Monthly support group coffee mornings
Come along and meet us at one of our HASAG coffee mornings for a chat, information and advice. It is free to attend. Attendees are made up of a variety of people including patients, family and friends – all are welcome. Also present will be specialist nurses and solicitors to offer you their support.
more
Organizer
The Riverside Centre
13apr10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
13apr10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
14apr2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
April 14, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go through, cancer treatment. We also offer ongoing support following treatment. We meet for informal coffee on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Riverside Centre in Newport, Isle of Wight from 10:30am -12:00pm.
In addition, we also organise informal social activities regularly, usually to take place at the weekends, to enable patients and their families to connect and be mutually supportive and to encourage a return to physical fitness and to encourage positive mental health and wellbeing.
Just come along to our next meeting, or get in touch with us on the details below.
more
Organizer
Open Umbrella Cancer Support
Openumbrella23@gmail.com01983 761 610
The Riverside Centre
16apr2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
20apr10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
20apr10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
21apr12:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventVeterans Outreach SupportMonthly drop-in
Event Details
Drop-Ins are welcoming and relaxed places for UK veterans and their direct family members to come for confidential welfare or mental health support, or simply
Event Details
1200 – 1600 all welcome. We will meet, greet and support you to access what you need. We have a number of delivery partners available to support you, quiet areas, clinical triage, social space & a brew, as well as friendly volunteers to chat to.
Who can you see?
VOS Volunteers and Staff are on hand in VOS t-shirts to chat and signpost you.
VOS Clinical Team – you may be able to see the clinical team for triage.
Partner Organisations – we have various partner organisations who regularly attend our Drop-In to coordinate support you may need.
more
Organizer
Veterans Outreach Support Group
We support veterans from the UK Armed Forces and Merchant Navy along with their spouses, partners and carers throughout Portsmouth, the Isle of Wight, Gosport, Fareham, and more widely, Hampshire and the south of England.
admin@vosuk.org02392 731 767
The Riverside Centre
21apr2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
April 21, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
22apr2:24 pm2:24 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Prostate Cancer Monthly MeetingCancer Support Group
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.An opportunity to meet
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.
An opportunity to meet with other men who have experienced treatment for Prostate Cancer, and their families and friends, as well as Trustees of our
Support Group.
more
Organizer
Isle of Wight Prostate Cancer Support Group
Here to help men and their families through the nightmare of diagnosis, the trauma of treatment and the mental anguish of after care.
secretary@iwpcsg.org07856606197
PSA Testing enquiries: 07568245124
The Riverside Centre
27apr10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
27apr10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
28apr2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
April 28, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
30apr2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
may
04may10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
04may10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
05may2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
May 5, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
07may10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventHeadway | Brain Injury Support GroupMonthly Group Meeting
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre. Headway services Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury. Headway helps
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre.
Headway services
Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury.
Headway helps brain injury survivors come to terms with their new circumstances, re-integrate into family and community life, and maximise their opportunities and choices. It also provides practical and emotional support for families and carers, recognising that they too are coping with new and demanding responsibilities that can leave them feeling isolated and inadequate.
more
Time
May 7, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Headway
Brain injury can challenge every aspect of your life – walking, talking, thinking and feeling – and the losses can be severe and permanent. It can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were. We all think ‘it will never happen to me’, but every year around 350,000 people are admitted to hospital with an acquired brain injury. That’s one every 90 seconds. A brain injury can happen to anyone, at any time. When it does, Headway is here to help.
helpline@headway.org.uk0808 800 2244
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available. The group is formed
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available.
The group is formed of female patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The women find support talking amongst themselves to help each other through treatment as well as dealing with the personal and intimate aspects of breast cancer. This can be at any time during the cancer journey; from diagnosis through treatment and afterwards.
A different topic of interest is introduced at each meeting to help patients to understand and manage their cancer. Health professionals as well as therapists and other speakers, will help patients to stay active, to have a healthier life, as well as giving them confidence in living with breast cancer.
more
Organizer
Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group
Support and help patients on the Isle of Wight who have breast cancer, as well as their family and friends.
info@applegate.care(01983) 534562
The Riverside Centre
08may4:45 pm4:45 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight SocietyMonthly Talks
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm - 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm – 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Organizer
Isle of Wight Society
The Society was formed in 1969 by concerned residents in response to poor planning decisions, unsympathetic architectural design and mediocre construction of new developments. One of the first activities was to fight the Government over proposals to site a nuclear power station on the Solent coastline. The Isle of Wight Society is an amenity and conservation organisation, registered with the Charity Commission, number 276986, and affiliated to the national organisation Civic Voice.
eastcowesheritage@gmail.com01983 280310
The Riverside Centre
11may10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
11may10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
12may12:30 pm2:30 pmRepeating EventHASAG Coffee MorningCoffee morning - everyone welcome
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the South of England, the South East, London or the Home Counties who have been affected by asbestos.
Our free services include:
- Home visits
- Information about asbestos-related diseases
- Help and advice on benefits and compensation
- Monthly support group coffee mornings
Come along and meet us at one of our HASAG coffee mornings for a chat, information and advice. It is free to attend. Attendees are made up of a variety of people including patients, family and friends – all are welcome. Also present will be specialist nurses and solicitors to offer you their support.
more
Organizer
The Riverside Centre
12may2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
May 12, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
14may2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go through, cancer treatment. We also offer ongoing support following treatment. We meet for informal coffee on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Riverside Centre in Newport, Isle of Wight from 10:30am -12:00pm.
In addition, we also organise informal social activities regularly, usually to take place at the weekends, to enable patients and their families to connect and be mutually supportive and to encourage a return to physical fitness and to encourage positive mental health and wellbeing.
Just come along to our next meeting, or get in touch with us on the details below.
more
Organizer
Open Umbrella Cancer Support
Openumbrella23@gmail.com01983 761 610
The Riverside Centre
18may10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
18may10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
19may2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
May 19, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
21may12:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventVeterans Outreach SupportMonthly drop-in
Event Details
Drop-Ins are welcoming and relaxed places for UK veterans and their direct family members to come for confidential welfare or mental health support, or simply
Event Details
1200 – 1600 all welcome. We will meet, greet and support you to access what you need. We have a number of delivery partners available to support you, quiet areas, clinical triage, social space & a brew, as well as friendly volunteers to chat to.
Who can you see?
VOS Volunteers and Staff are on hand in VOS t-shirts to chat and signpost you.
VOS Clinical Team – you may be able to see the clinical team for triage.
Partner Organisations – we have various partner organisations who regularly attend our Drop-In to coordinate support you may need.
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Organizer
Veterans Outreach Support Group
We support veterans from the UK Armed Forces and Merchant Navy along with their spouses, partners and carers throughout Portsmouth, the Isle of Wight, Gosport, Fareham, and more widely, Hampshire and the south of England.
admin@vosuk.org02392 731 767
The Riverside Centre
22may2:24 pm2:24 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Prostate Cancer Monthly MeetingCancer Support Group
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.An opportunity to meet
Event Details
Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.
An opportunity to meet with other men who have experienced treatment for Prostate Cancer, and their families and friends, as well as Trustees of our
Support Group.
more
Organizer
Isle of Wight Prostate Cancer Support Group
Here to help men and their families through the nightmare of diagnosis, the trauma of treatment and the mental anguish of after care.
secretary@iwpcsg.org07856606197
PSA Testing enquiries: 07568245124
The Riverside Centre
25may10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
25may10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
26may2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
May 26, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
28may2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
june
01jun10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
01jun10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
02jun2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
June 2, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
05junAll DayNHS Give BloodBlood Donation
Event Details
Why give blood? Giving blood saves lives. The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency and for
Event Details
Why give blood?
Giving blood saves lives. The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency and for people who need long-term treatments.
Why do we need you to give blood?
We need new blood donors from all backgrounds to ensure there is the right blood available for patients who need it.
We need:
- 4,300 blood donations every day on average to meet the needs of our hospitals
- over 140,000 people to donate blood for the first time this year
- 12,000 new Black heritage donors, to meet the growing demand for ethnically matched blood for sickle cell patients who need regular transfusions to stay alive
- more young people aged 17-35 to donate, to ensure we have enough blood for the future
To give blood in the Trafalgar room at the Riverside Centre, make an appointment by following the link below; you may need to create a simple account if you have not done so previously.
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The Riverside Centre
07jun10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventHeadway | Brain Injury Support GroupMonthly Group Meeting
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre. Headway services Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury. Headway helps
Event Details
Monthly group support sessions, meeting on the first Saturday of the month at The Riverside Centre.
Headway services
Headway is the UK-wide charity that works to improve life after brain injury.
Headway helps brain injury survivors come to terms with their new circumstances, re-integrate into family and community life, and maximise their opportunities and choices. It also provides practical and emotional support for families and carers, recognising that they too are coping with new and demanding responsibilities that can leave them feeling isolated and inadequate.
more
Time
June 7, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Headway
Brain injury can challenge every aspect of your life – walking, talking, thinking and feeling – and the losses can be severe and permanent. It can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were. We all think ‘it will never happen to me’, but every year around 350,000 people are admitted to hospital with an acquired brain injury. That’s one every 90 seconds. A brain injury can happen to anyone, at any time. When it does, Headway is here to help.
helpline@headway.org.uk0808 800 2244
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available. The group is formed
Event Details
Our group meet in the Hunnyhill room at the Riverside Centre, Newport on the first Thursday of every month, 10.00 am – 12.00 pm. Refreshments are available.
The group is formed of female patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The women find support talking amongst themselves to help each other through treatment as well as dealing with the personal and intimate aspects of breast cancer. This can be at any time during the cancer journey; from diagnosis through treatment and afterwards.
A different topic of interest is introduced at each meeting to help patients to understand and manage their cancer. Health professionals as well as therapists and other speakers, will help patients to stay active, to have a healthier life, as well as giving them confidence in living with breast cancer.
more
Organizer
Applegate Breast Cancer Support Group
Support and help patients on the Isle of Wight who have breast cancer, as well as their family and friends.
info@applegate.care(01983) 534562
The Riverside Centre
08jun10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
more
The Riverside Centre
08jun10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
The Riverside Centre
08jun4:45 pm4:45 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight SocietyMonthly Talks
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm - 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Event Details
Monthly talks, held in the Hunnyhill room at The riverside from 7pm – 9pm on the second Monday of every month
Organizer
Isle of Wight Society
The Society was formed in 1969 by concerned residents in response to poor planning decisions, unsympathetic architectural design and mediocre construction of new developments. One of the first activities was to fight the Government over proposals to site a nuclear power station on the Solent coastline. The Isle of Wight Society is an amenity and conservation organisation, registered with the Charity Commission, number 276986, and affiliated to the national organisation Civic Voice.
eastcowesheritage@gmail.com01983 280310
The Riverside Centre
09jun2:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Art Club
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct - May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists
Event Details
Isle of Wight Art Club meets weekly on a Tuesday at The Riverside Centre throughout the winter (Oct – May), and aims to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media. We run a programme of Workshops, away days, demonstrations and exhibitions for artists of all levels.
Time
June 9, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Organizer
Isle of Wight Art Club
The Isle of Wight Art Club is one of the oldest art organisations on the island, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2025. They aim to inspire and encourage artists and would-be artists in all painting media.
11jun2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
Event Details
An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Organizer
Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
12jun12:30 pm2:30 pmRepeating EventHASAG Coffee MorningCoffee morning - everyone welcome
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the
Event Details
HASAG is a charity dedicated to helping people suffering from asbestos-related diseases and their families. We provide a complete source of help and support for anyone living in the South of England, the South East, London or the Home Counties who have been affected by asbestos.
Our free services include:
- Home visits
- Information about asbestos-related diseases
- Help and advice on benefits and compensation
- Monthly support group coffee mornings
Come along and meet us at one of our HASAG coffee mornings for a chat, information and advice. It is free to attend. Attendees are made up of a variety of people including patients, family and friends – all are welcome. Also present will be specialist nurses and solicitors to offer you their support.
more
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The Riverside Centre
Event Details
Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go
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Open Umbrella is a new group established in 2023 which aims to support cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, and also their families, as they prepare for, and go through, cancer treatment. We also offer ongoing support following treatment. We meet for informal coffee on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Riverside Centre in Newport, Isle of Wight from 10:30am -12:00pm.
In addition, we also organise informal social activities regularly, usually to take place at the weekends, to enable patients and their families to connect and be mutually supportive and to encourage a return to physical fitness and to encourage positive mental health and wellbeing.
Just come along to our next meeting, or get in touch with us on the details below.
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Open Umbrella Cancer Support
Openumbrella23@gmail.com01983 761 610
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15jun10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
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Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
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Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
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15jun10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
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Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
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Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
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21jun12:00 pm4:00 pmRepeating EventVeterans Outreach SupportMonthly drop-in
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Drop-Ins are welcoming and relaxed places for UK veterans and their direct family members to come for confidential welfare or mental health support, or simply
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1200 – 1600 all welcome. We will meet, greet and support you to access what you need. We have a number of delivery partners available to support you, quiet areas, clinical triage, social space & a brew, as well as friendly volunteers to chat to.
Who can you see?
VOS Volunteers and Staff are on hand in VOS t-shirts to chat and signpost you.
VOS Clinical Team – you may be able to see the clinical team for triage.
Partner Organisations – we have various partner organisations who regularly attend our Drop-In to coordinate support you may need.
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Veterans Outreach Support Group
We support veterans from the UK Armed Forces and Merchant Navy along with their spouses, partners and carers throughout Portsmouth, the Isle of Wight, Gosport, Fareham, and more widely, Hampshire and the south of England.
admin@vosuk.org02392 731 767
The Riverside Centre
22jun10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
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The Riverside Centre
22jun10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
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22jun2:24 pm2:24 pmRepeating EventIsle of Wight Prostate Cancer Monthly MeetingCancer Support Group
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Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.An opportunity to meet
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Members’ meetings are open to anyone interested in joining, held in the Hunnyhill room at 2pm.
An opportunity to meet with other men who have experienced treatment for Prostate Cancer, and their families and friends, as well as Trustees of our
Support Group.
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Isle of Wight Prostate Cancer Support Group
Here to help men and their families through the nightmare of diagnosis, the trauma of treatment and the mental anguish of after care.
secretary@iwpcsg.org07856606197
PSA Testing enquiries: 07568245124
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25jun2:30 pm4:30 pmRepeating EventCalligraphy GroupIsle of Wight University for Free Time
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An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted
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An ‘Isle of Wight University of Free Time’ run social group for calligraphy enthusiasts of all levels: learn and master this ancient art in a friendly, relaxed group environment hosted at the The Riverside Centre.
Our friendly group meets every two weeks on a Thursday, 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
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Isle of Wight University for Free Time
IWUFT (Isle of Wight University for Free Time) is where you can pursue your learning or activities in a fun way, where you choose what interests you, where and when to learn it and with whom, and how often you want to be involved. There are no exams to take, no pressure and currently nearly 20 groups to choose from covering a wide variety of subjects and activities.
The Riverside Centre
29jun10:00 am11:30 amRepeating EventTai ChiWelcoming social group open to all levels
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance,
Event Details
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on slow gentle movements and breathing techniques. It is a practice that can help to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
This is a welcoming social group open to all levels. £5 a session, and there is no need to book — just turn up. Contact 01983 298726 for more details.
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The Riverside Centre
29jun10:00 am12:00 pmRepeating EventStop Smoking SupportIsle of Wight Stop Smoking Service
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Event Details
Every Monday, 1 to 1 stop smoking clinic, bookings advised, drop-ins also welcome.
Organizer
Smoke Free Island
Fully funded stop smoking programme to help you quit for good and improve your health and wellbeing. This service is funded by Isle of Wight Council and provided by Thrive Tribe.
hello@smokefreeisland.org.uk0800 999 1396
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Office Space to rent at The Riverside Centre | Available April
Please call 01983 539372 to arrange a viewing.
The Riverside Centre is with Island Community Owned Research Network and Community Action Isle of Wight.
If you're interested in getting involved in Mental Health research, we're at The Riverside Centre for talks tomorrow from 10am, or drop-in anytime until 2pm.
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Here is Nicole with a slightly later than usual - what's on at the The Riverside Centre, these events are open to the public and welcome new members, just follow the links to find out more. If you would like more information on room hire, function rooms and venue hire, call us on 01983 594400. See below for outfit 😊 Monday we our regular Tai Chi session in our Trafalgar room from 10am till 11:30am if you wish to join this welcoming social group next week it is open to all levels, £5 a session and no need to
The Riverside Centre is with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and 14 others.
If you are looking for a volunteering opportunity this year, the Island Volunteer Fair on Saturday 17th January is the who's-who of voluntary organisations on the Isle of Wight.
With over 40 organisations all under one roof, from all over the island, all looking for volunteers!
Saturday 17th January, 11am - 3pm.
Parking, refreshments, cake and hot snacks available.
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New Year = New Opportunity
We are looking for a part-time Events & Hospitality Assistant to join our small team at The Riverside Centre.
Find out more:
theriversidecentre.org.uk/opportunities-at-the-riverside-centre/
Closing date for applications; 29th January 2026
#isleofwightjobs
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Happy New Year! 2026 is here and here is Nicole with what’s on this week at The Riverside Centre, these events are open to the public and welcome new members, just follow the links to find out more. If you would like more information on room hire, function rooms and venue hire, call us on 01983 594400. See below for outfit 😊 Today (Monday 5th) we have had our regular Tai Chi session in our Trafalgar room from 10am till 11:30am if you wish to join this welcoming social group next week it is open to all levels, £5
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Here is Nicole with the last What's on this week of 2025 at The Riverside Centre, these events are open to the public and welcome new members, just follow the links to find out more.🎄🎅🏽 If you would like more information on room hire, function rooms and venue hire, call us on 01983 594400. See below for outfit 😊 Today (Monday 22nd) we have had our regular Tai Chi session in our Trafalgar room from 10am till 11:30am if you wish to join this welcoming social group in the New Year it is open to all levels, £5 a
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🎅🏽🎄Christmas is nearly here and here is Nicole with what’s on this week at The Riverside Centre, these events are open to the public and welcome new members, just follow the links to find out more.🎄🎅🏽 If you would like more information on room hire, function rooms and venue hire, call us on 01983 594400. See below for outfit 😊 Today (Monday 15th) we have had our regular Tai Chi session in our Trafalgar room from 10am till 11:30am if you wish to join this welcoming social group next week it is open to all levels, £5 a session