This coming Sunday (Oct 26th) why not have afternoon tea at Community Spirited in the Pavilion , Vectis Road , East Cowes .
Between 12 noon and 2 pm , they will be serving delicious cream teas and cake for just £5.
Fundraising for To be in her shoes  , Samaritans and the Community Spirited Cafe 

Tonight , some of the Vectis Radio team will be in Bradford for the Community Radio Awards 2025.
Vectis Radio has been shortlisted in four categories including the prestigious Station of the Year.

The winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony which you can watch live here
https://youtu.be/mRDY6QEJm5E

Join us from 7pm and we send good luck to all finalists

Watch out, you're in deep trouble...

How one of the Britain’s most prolific writers on railway subjects…kicked off an exciting Substack about Reading On Trains. Also: his new book The Moquette Mystery which brings its protagonist to the Isle of Wight.

Leisha Lang - Liam Payne

For five decades, one man has dedicated his life to tracking, studying, and protecting the wild orchids of the Isle of Wight. But this is more than a book about orchids—it is about devotion, a labour of love, and a lifetime’s achievement.
At its heart is the story of Stephen Oakes-Monger, fondly known as “The Orchid Man”, whose passion for these rare and beautiful flowers has shaped his life and relationships. It is a journey of connection—between uncle and nephew, between a man and a woman drawn together by a love of the natural world, and between kindred spirits met on his orchid trail.
Beyond discovery and documentation, this is also the story of a tireless campaigner. Stephen has fought to save Isle of Wight orchids from habitat destruction, roadside cutting, and neglect. His work stands as a testament to the power of one person’s dedication to protecting something fragile, fleeting, and extraordinary.
With vivid descriptions and photography, expert insights, and a deep well of personal experience, this book provides a guide to the island’s orchids and the dedication of a man who has spent a lifetime pursuing them.

In Search of Wild Orchids | Naked Figleaf Press