the 4ps project The iw council funds adult learning Off the back of of the success of The 4PS Radio Training School for young people, we now have funds for adult learning provided by the Isle of Wight Council. The Service supports programmes that encourage disadvantaged adults and communities to enjoy learning and to prepare for employment, self-employment or further training. The course is a programme for adults with disabilities […]

We need your help volunteer without being on the air Vectis Radio, the Island's community radio station, is calling for volunteers to help behind the scenes.Station Manager Ian Mac said, “People think that Vectis Radio is all about being a presenter and talking into a microphone, and that thought puts many people off the idea of joining us. However, people can be a valuable part of Vectis Radio without even […]

ADVERTISE FROM JUST £83.33 🎙️ "Why advertise on Vectis Radio? Because we're not just a station; we're a community hub, reaching thousands of engaged listeners. Your brand deserves to be heard by our diverse audience. Whether you're promoting an event, product, or service, Vectis Radio delivers results.Affordable, impactful, and connecting you directly with the Isle of Wight. Don't miss out! Advertise smart, advertise with Vectis Radio. Your message, our airwaves. […]

Walking for Alzheimer's raising funds for the Alzheimer's café in Cowes donate Hello, I am Lisa Beaney from the Isle of Wight and I will be walking from Fort William to Aviemore from May 16th. I'll be carrying everything I need for the week.... I will be backpacking and wild camping and hopefully completing on the 21st May.I have decided to do this to raise money for the Alzheimers Cafe […]

Meet ob-1 mk2 https://youtu.be/w9krZTX0t64 Cutting The ribbon Steve Taylor Vectis Radio on the road this summer Vectis Radio has a new Outside Broadcast unit which we will be broadcasting live from events across the island throughout the Summer and Autumn months. Among them VE Day celebrations at the Military Museum on the 10th of May and both the Isle of Wight County  and Chale shows. More dates to follow..... broadcast […]

best in the business award charity of the years - the 4ps project Local enterprise celebrated at Isle of Wight Radio Best In Business Awards Isle of Wight Radio’s 2025 Best in Business Awards took place on Friday (March 21), with more than 40 local enterprises and talented individuals recognised on the night. Hosted by Breakfast Show host Paul Topping and the elegant Emily Wells, this year’s event once again […]

the 4ps project the Isle of Wight foundation funding the 4ps https://youtu.be/9zliNsw14Wc?si=n-RicJDolNXpHybkIn addition to the massive programme of highways improvements Island Roads is currently undertaking, the company is committed to supporting the local Island community during its time on the Island. To do this, the company has helped to establish the Isle of Wight Foundation, a registered charitable trust that focuses on combining the skills of Island Roads’ staff, together […]

When Vectis Radio launched in 2010, my vision was clear: to welcome anyone and everyone who wanted to be part of our broadcasting community. While some have opposed this inclusive mindset over the years, I'm proud to say they are no longer with us. I firmly believe that everyone has something valuable to share, and everyone should have the chance to fulfill their dream of being on the airwaves, regardless […]

The 4ps project SGN funding the 4ps The Move On and Thrive Youth Empowerment Fund 2024 is for young people living on the Isle of Wight, between the ages of 16 and 25, who need a little extra help to ‘Move On and Thrive’!The fund focuses on five key areas: transport costs, health and wellbeing, personal development, digital inclusion, and moving into a new home.The programme was developed by a […]

Vectis Radio on Dab A new collaborative community interest company, Wight Digital Radio CIC, has successfully bid for the new DAB radio multiplex licence covering the Isle of Wight. The licence is expected to launch in late 2025. If you are interested, please get in touch click the button below. DAB button Wight Digital Radio is made up of the Island's long-established commercial station, Isle of Wight Radio and local […]

help the 4ps it wont cost you a penny Did you know that whenever you buy anything online – from your weekly shop to your annual holiday – you could be raising free donations for Vectis Radio 4Ps Training School Charity with easyfundraising?There are over 8,000 retailers on board ready to make a donation – including eBay, Argos, John Lewis & Partners, ASOS, Booking.com and M&S – and it won’t […]

take part in a short online survey Have Your Say on a Smarter, Fairer Energy Future — Take the SVPP Survey A pioneering project is underway on the Isle of Wight to create a Social Virtual Power Plant (SVPP) — and local people are being asked to help shape it. The SVPP is about making sure everyone can benefit from the transition to a smarter, more flexible energy system. By […]

The 4Ps Project The Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF) is South Western Railway’s programme to support projects that have a community benefit or address an area of social need across our network.Find out more here CCIF is intended to support small and medium-sized projects which can be completed over the course of the year. Across all previous rounds of funding, we have supported over 100 projects with a value […]