We’re entering an exciting new phase at Isle Access. Following the retirement of our CEO and Founder, Jan Brookes, we’re thrilled to announce that we have new trustees joining the team. Their fresh perspectives and dedication will help us continue to drive our mission of increasing access and inclusion for all.
We are holding a monthly accessible and inclusive Warm Space in the Newport & Carisbrooke Parish Council building. This is open to everyone from 9.30 -1pm. Come and join us for a chat, refreshments and a light lunch. ALL FREE
Join us for our monthly Bingo sessions at The Binstead Arms, Ryde for a fun evening.
Earlier this year we were awarded a small grant from Isle of Wight Council’s Mental Health Team. We bid for money to produce a short film, with young people who had either a disability, long term health condition, or poor mental well being. It was decided to find only a small group of young people.
Many thanks to the Isle of Wight Randonee Community who have very kindly donated £2,000 to us. The money is much appreciated and will allow us to continue offering our Isle Riders events.
We’ve said a fond farewell to Christian, who has been volunteering with us over the summer holidays. Christian has started at the Isle of Wight College and wish him every success and thank him for all his hard work
We are delighted to welcome Helen Monroe-McNeil as our new Fundraising and Events Volunteer Coordinator. Helen has an extensive history of organising successful events and we are already planning for 2024. Welcome Helen! If anyone would like to offer help for events and fundraising, please contact Helen Helen@isleaccess.co.uk
This Virtual Challenge takes you 69.3 miles from the picturesque village of Bembridge, heading around the island, finishing at the historic Calbourne Water Mill.
We recently held a Disability Equality Training day, courtesy of Toucan Diversity. It was fully booked and well received, so we hope to be holding another session shortly.
For any Isle of Wight hotel or B&B, restaurant or cafe, attraction or amenity wanting more bookings this year, this eye-opening article in the Guardian tells you where they can come from. “For every person with a disability who doesn’t travel because of the logistical challenges, you have a family, you have carers, you have friends
