The Wight Brainy Bunch

Charity Quiz Night
2025-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
Join us for a charity Quiz Night at The Gallybagger Inn Chillerton on Friday 11th July.
7:30pm start
Max 6 persons per team
£3 per person
Contact Paula to book your team – 07776353783 / Email: paulapoulter@googlemail.com
PLUS Charity Raffle

Race Night at Newport Social Club
2025-05-17 19:00 - 22:00
Charity Race Night at Newport Social Club on Saturday 17th May. a
Special thanks to Newport Social Club for choosing the Wight Brainy Bunch as their chosen charity for this Race Night in May.
Entry to non members £1.00 – Pay on the door.

Charity Car Wash with Ryde Fire
2025-04-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Tesco Extra, Brading Road, Ryde
Join us on Saturday 12th April for a mega charity car wash with Ryde Fire Station at Tesco Extra in Ryde, in aid of both the Wight Brainy Bunch and the Firefighters Charity.

Pop along between 10:00am – 4:00pm when Ryde’s finest Fire Fighters will ensure your cars are sparkling clean for a donation to charity.

Huge thanks to Tesco Ryde for accommodating us

The Wight Brainy Bunch provide emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families affected by brain tumours.

The Fire Fighters Charity offers specialist lifelong health & wellbeing support for the UK fire & rescue community, empowering individuals and families to achieve mental, physical and social wellbeing throughout their lives. This includes serving and retired firefighters, control and support teams

IOW Scooter Parts Fair
2025-04-06 10:00 - 14:00
Scooter Parts Sale to be held at Cowes Community Centre on Sunday 6th April, 10:00am – 14:00pm in aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch.
Sellers tables £5.00 – Set up from 9am
Entrance fee £1.00
Contact Geoff: 07734801607

March Through March 2025
2025-03-01 00:30 - 2025-03-31 23:30
March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month… so why not raise awareness and funds by joining us for ‘March Through March’!
With January feeling like it’s lasted six months … step into Spring with a new challenge!
Choose your distance and get marching!
A) Point to point – 25 miles /40.2km
B) Round the Island – 70 miles / 112.6km
C) Challenge yourself -100 miles / 160.9km
Alternatively you can set your own challenge!
We’ll provide sponsor forms or a link to set up an online fundraising page. Just email info@thewightbrainybunch.org.uk to register.
So, dust off the walking boots, get the whole family active and discover more of our beautiful Island as you ‘March through March’ in aid of the Wight Brainy Bunch.
Remember to log your distance and send us your photos. Everyone who completes their challenge will receive a ‘March Through March’ medal!
The Wight Brainy Bunch, provide emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families whose lives have been affected by the devastating effects of brain tumours.

Winter Wonderland Christmas Market
2024-11-30 10:00 - 16:30
We are super excited to be returning to Ryde Fire Station for our 2023 Wight Brainy Bunch Christmas Market on Saturday 30th November from 10am – 4.30pm

We will once again offer a wonderful array of seasonal stalls and entertainment to get you in the mood for the Christmas festivities.
There will be plenty of festive refreshments available, including enjoying a bratwurst BBQ or hog roast, or relaxing on Candy Cane Lane with a mulled wine, luxury hot chocolate, mince pie or sweet treat, while the kids play in our inflatable snow globe.
Our naughty elves are already busy preparing the “Elf Workshop”, where the little ones can enjoy a range of craft activities, face painting, and of course don’t forget a visit to our wonderful Santa’s Grotto!
Fun for all the family .. so make sure this is a firm favourite in your diary!
In aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch, providing emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families whose lives have been affected by the devastating effects of brain tumours.

Wight Brainy Bunch Charity Ball
2024-11-09 18:30 - 2024-11-10 00:30
We are delighted to be returning to Gurnard Pines on Saturday 9th November for this years Black-tie Ball!

Enjoy a sparkling drinks reception, excellent two course dinner and brilliant live music to dance the night away.

*18:30 – 01:00 (Doors open 18:00hrs)
* Dress Code: Black Tie / Posh Frocks
* Over 18’s only

Tickets just £40

Maximum 10 persons per table

Click HERE to book your ticket today for just a £10 deposit

Sponsorship packages available – For more information please contact info@thewightbrainybunch.org.uk

In aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch, providing emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families whose lives have been affected by the devastating effects of brain tumours.

2024 Great South Run
2024-10-20 08:00 - 15:00
Looking for a new challenge this year? Then why not sign up for this year’s Great South Run and raise money for The Wight Brainy Bunch?
Whether you’re a novice taking on your first challenge or an experienced runner, The Great South Run is the perfect challenge and a firm favourite with our Wight Brainy Bunch Team!
If you are still considering taking on the worlds leading 10 mile race or have already booked your place, we would love you to join our team and be wearing a Wight Brainy Bunch vest as you join 20,000 other runners along this famous route.
Starting on Clarence Esplanade in Southsea, the fast and flat course takes you through Old Portsmouth, home of the Portsmouth Cathedral, before entering the Historic Dockyard, home of HMS Victory, past Spinnaker Tower, and finishing on the seafront with beautiful views of the Isle of Wight.
The course is steeped in history dating as far back as 1212 and features bands on the run and unrivalled support from local residents and spectators.
Please contact us on: info@thewightbrainybunch.org.uk to confirm you intend to run for The Wight Brainy Bunch and we can support you with fundraising, sponsor forms and a running vest and our spectator team will be there to cheer you on, on the day.
To book your place please visit; http://www.greatrun.org/great-south-run
There is still plenty of time to trains to train …. so dust off the trainer’s, grab yourself a WBB vest and we’ll see you on the start line!

Isle of Wight Gin Festival
2024-09-28 12:00 - 2024-09-29 16:00
The Isle of Wight Gin Festival will be returning to the beautiful Quay Arts Centre on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th September for what will be the 8th annual event.
With a selection of superb artisan gins, live entertainment and the opportunity to order delicious sharing platters, there will also be the best gin raffle in aid of the Wight Brainy Bunch.
Definitely a date for your diary and we hope to see you there!

Warrior Festival 2024
2024-09-21 11:00 - 2024-09-22 22:30
We are excited that Warrior Festival will return for 2024 as a two day event on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September, with some of the best Island bands performing on the main stage, with more local talent lined up to perform on the Platform One stage.
Tickets are available exclusively through The Price is Wight
Tickets are just £40
VIP and camping options also available.
Don’t miss out.. it’s going to be another amazing event!
Full line-up to be announced soon
To purchase tickets please click HERE
The Wight Brainy Bunch provide emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families affected by brain tumours.

Quiz Night
2024-09-13 19:00 - 22:00
Join Tracy & Pete for another fabulous Quiz Night in aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch at Newclose Cricket Club, on Friday 13th September.

* Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start.
* Max 4 per team.
* Prize for winning team
* £2.50 entry per person.
* Charity Raffle

To enter please email; tracy71pete57@hotmail.co.uk or telephone; 01983 527957

But be quick.. spaces are limited and these quizzes always get booked up really quickly!

In addition to doing the quiz face to face there is also the opportunity to sign up to the quiz by email, in exchange for a minimum donation of £2.50 per person taking part. This is ideal for people who are not available on the night, do not feel comfortable in attending a face-to-face quiz or if the face-to-face version is fully subscribed.

In aid of the Wight Brainy Bunch, supporting Isle of Wight families affected by brain tumours.

WBB Charity Skydive
2024-08-07 08:00 - 17:00
We will be taking to the skies once again on Wednesday 7th August for our annual Charity Skydive.
There is no better way to see the Isle of Wight, than jumping out of a plane at 10,000 feet from Sandown Airport .. so if this has been on your bucket list… now is the time to get onboard!
The total cost of one of our places is £350. A deposit of £50 will be required to secure your place, with the remaining balance to be paid 4 weeks prior to the jump. Obviously any sponsorship over and above this is an added bonus, for which we are very grateful.
Please email: info@thewightbrainybunch.org.uk for more information or to reserve your place.
The Wight Brainy Bunch provide emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families whose lives have been affected by the devastating effects of brain tumours.

Fun Day at Arreton Barns
2024-07-28
We are looking forward to Arreton Barn’s Family Fun Day, on Sunday 28th July, in aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch.
With vintgage rides, childrens games, craft stalls and of course Bob and Connie Cob, there’ll be fun for all the family!

Wight Wheels 2024
2024-06-30 08:00 - 17:00
Huge thanks to Ken and Jane Bloomfield for choosing to support The Wight Brainy Bunch at their annual car show ‘Wight Wheels 2024’ which will take place in Chale on Sunday 30th June.
With all modes of transport from vintage to modern, this is sure to be a great day out with local stalls and refreshments. Definitely a date for the diary.
FREE ENTRY!

March Through March!
2024-03-01 07:00 - 2024-03-31 19:00

The End of Summer Event
2023-09-10 11:00 - 16:00
We’re delighted to be attending ‘The End of Summer’ event in aid of Mad-Aid om the 10th September at Smallbrook Stadium.
The event will see a host of stalls and entertainment come together to raise funds for Mad-Aid whilst also supporting To be in her Shoes, IOW Defibrillators, Blue Sea Protection, Haylands Farm, Haven Falconry, The Veterans Hub and The Wight Brainy Bunch.
With bingo on the grass, a raffle and kids area, it’s shaping up to be a fantastic event.
Donation on entry

Dog Show
2023-09-09
Dog Show at Arreton Barns
Details to follow…

Behind the Curtain ...
2023-08-09 19:30 - 2023-08-13 22:30
The award-winning Medina Community Choir presents the new musical “Behind the Curtain” from 9th to 13th August in the Jenny Kerry Performing Arts Centre at Ryde School, benefitting two charities.
The story is centred around the on- and off-stage lives and loves of a travelling troupe of singers, Chorus-line, who tour the country rehearsing and performing whenever a backing choir is needed. Behind the Curtain includes smash hits from Broadway shows like Matilda, Rent, Miss Saigon, Les Misérables, Evita, Jekyll & Hyde and Everybody’s Talking about Jamie.
The show is written and directed by Medina Community Choir director Hannah Brear and its stars include island youngsters Tom Thorne, Ella Brear, Ellie Warne and Tilly Grimshaw, backed by the choir. Accompanying are “The Orchestra of the Gods”, led by James Longford (piano) and featuring the talents of Jon Thorne (bass), JC and Kathy Grimshaw (guitar and violin) and Rufus Reader (percussion).
“We’re hoping to deliver a breathtaking show for our audiences and for our 85-strong cast,” says Hannah.
“Behind the Curtain is comic, tragic, heart-breaking, life-affirming and inspirational in equal measure and it will be raising money for two charities, The Wight Brainy Bunch (providing emotional support and financial assistance to island families affected by brain tumours) and BEAT (the UK’s Eating Disorder Charity).
“Medina Community Choir is for all ages and I wanted to give our talented young people an unforgettable experience that they’ll be able to treasure forever, before they go their separate ways now that GCSEs and A levels are over and the next exciting chapter of their life begins.”
The choir was founded by Hannah in 2006 and now has more than 100 members. As well as its popular Isle of Wight concerts, it has performed at prestigious venues including New York’s Carnegie Hall and Le Mans Cathedral and provided backing to stars including Fat Boy Slim and acclaimed tenor Russell Watson.
All ticket information and details about the choir can be found on its website: www.medinacommunitychoir.org.uk
Running from Wednesday 9th to Saturday 12th August at 7.30pm and a Sunday matinée on 13th August at 3pm, tickets for Behind the Curtain are available now at £10 each or a family ticket for £36 from the box office at mcctickets.co.uk

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Concert
2023-07-01 19:00 - 22:00
The Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra will be holding their next concert on Saturday 1st July at Medina Theatre.
The orchestra will round off the season with a July extravaganza, featuring a host of orchestral favourites, as well as some less familiar work, including the music of two British titans, Benjamin Britton and Jonathan Dove. There will also be music from one of the most iconic musicals of all time, West Side Story, a contemporary interpretation of Romeo and Juliet
We are delighted to be their chosen charity for 2023 and look forward to attending, with a bucket collection in the interval.
Tickets; Adults £15 / Under 18’s £6
Box Office Tel; 01983 823884

Quiz Night at Caffé Isola
2023-06-30 18:30 - 22:00
Quiz Night at Caffé Isola in aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch
Teams of 4-6 people
£5 per person entry
Doors open: 6.30pm
Quiz starts: 7.00pm
Enjoy coffee and cake or a glass of wine and grazing platter which can be pre-ordered.
Book your team today by calling 524800 or by popping into Caffé Isola.

Quivers at the Bargeman's Rest
2023-06-08 19:15 - 22:30
Are you ready for a night of laughs?!

If so, head over to the Bargeman’s Rest on Thursday 8th June, when the hilarious Quivers will be entertaining the crowds in the Sail Loft!

Doors Open 7.15pm Show Starts 8pm

Tickets £7.00 (Booking Required)

25% of all ticket sales will be donated to the Wight Brainy Bunch to continue supporting Isle of Wight families affected by brain tumours.

Call 01983 525828 to book and pay via phone or pop in the pub!

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Concert
2023-05-13 19:00 - 22:00
The Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra will be holding their next concert on Saturday 13th May at Medina Theatre.
May’s concert will feature the return of Charlie Lovell-Jones, who will perform Glazunov’s exciting Violin Concerto. Following the interval, the orchestra will perform Rimsky-Korsakov’s suite Scheherazade, inspired by the major character and storyteller in the Middle Eastern collection of tales known as ‘One Thousand and One Nights’
We are delighted to be their chosen charity for 2023 and look forward to attending, with a bucket collection in the interval.
Tickets; Adults £15 / Under 18’s £6
Box Office Tel; 01983 823884
Further dates for 2023;
July 1st

A Right Royal Race Night !
2023-05-06 18:30 - 23:00
Join us on Saturday 6th May for our Right Royal Charity Race Night …. and what better place to celebrate the King’s Coronation than in a Castle!
We invite you to enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco on arrival, before entering the Royal Enclosure and placing your bets on a noble steed or your favourite filly.
Bar snacks available (not included in ticket price)
So dust off your tiara’s and reserve your tickets for a fun filled night at the races!
Tickets £5.00 – To book your place click HERE (Tickets must be purchased in advance)
Doors open 6.30pm / First Race 7.30pm
Ryde Castle Hotel, The Esplanade, Ryde
The Wight Brainy Bunch provide emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families whose lives have been affected by the devastating effects of brain tumours.

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Concert
2023-03-18 19:00 - 22:00
The Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra will be holding their next concert on Saturday 18th March at Medina Theatre.
March’s concert features a new soloist to the IWSO, oboist Fergus McCready. Fergus will perform Richard Strauss’ Oboe Concerto, one of the composers last works. Alongside Brahms’ St Anthony Variations, the Symphony Orchestra will also perform Tchaikovsky’s 3rd Symphony, nicknamed ‘The Polish’, which is both cheerful and boisterous, perhaps even balletic, as it was composed around the same time as Swan Lake.
We are delighted to be their chosen charity for 2023 and look forward to attending, with a bucket collection in the interval.
Tickets; Adults £15 / Under 18’s £6
Box Office Tel; 01983 823884
Further dates for 2023;
May 13th
July 1st

Friendly Frolic 2023
2023-03-05 10:00 - 12:00
The Friendly Frolic is a low pressure, fun and sociable running event, which is this year in aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch – There will also be a donation to the Bargemans Rest, who are fundraising to be able to have a defibrillator installed at the pub.

You choose how many of the predefined loops you wish to run – so go and do a short run with friends and enjoy a coffee (or something stronger) or spend all day pounding out the miles .. its up to you!

Register at the Bargemans Rest at 9:15 to register, to start running at 10am.

There is no fee to enter, but you are asked to make a charity donation.

The 5 Loops…

Loop A – Cycle Path – 6.94 miles – https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2363688121

Loop B – Stag Lane – 4.04 miles – https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2363700088

Loop C – The Woodvale – 11.38 miles – https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2363717827

Loop D – Mountjoy – 5.34 miles – https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2365317997

Loop E – Island Harbour – 4.46 miles – https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2365323406

Bargemans Rest Quiz!
2023-03-01 19:45 - 22:00
The Bargemans Quiz Night will be held on Wednesday the 1st of March in aid of The Wight Brainy Bumch!
The quiz will start at 7.45pm – teams should be a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 with a £5 entry fee for each team!
Booking is essential, so please call 01983 525828 to book your place.

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Concert
2023-01-21 19:00 - 22:00
The Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra will be holding their next concert on Saturday 21st January at Medina Theatre. Saturdays concert will showcase the young talent of Thomas Luke, piano, and James Thomas, conductor. The concert features Rachmaninov’s 2nd Piano Concerto, one of the greatest works in the repertoire.
We are delighted to be their chosen charity for 2023 and look forward to attending, with a bucket collection in the interval.
SOLD OUT
Further dates for 2023;
March 18th
May 13th
July 1st

Winter Wonderland Christmas Market '22
2022-12-03 10:00 - 16:30 | Ryde Fire Station, Nicholson Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
We are super excited to be returning to Ryde Fire Station for our 2022 Wight Brainy Bunch Christmas Market on Saturday 3rd December from 10am – 4pm
We will once again offer a wonderful array of seasonal stalls and entertainment to get you in the mood for the Christmas festivities.
There will be plenty of festive refreshments available, including enjoying a bratwurst BBQ or hog roast, or relaxing on Candy Cane Lane with a mulled wine, luxury hot chocolate, mince pie or sweet treat, while the kids play in our inflatable snow globe.
Our naughty elves are already busy preparing the “Elf Workshop”, where the little ones can enjoy a range of craft activities, face painting, and of course don’t forget a visit to our wonderful Santa’s Grotto!
Fun for all the family .. so make sure this is a firm favourite in your diary!
With special thanks to Care at Home and the Occasion Station for generously sponsoring this event.
In aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch, providing emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families whose lives have been affected by the devastating effects of brain tumours.

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Concert
2022-11-19 07:00 - 22:00
The first of the Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra concerts supporting The Wight Brainy Bunch is being held on Saturday 19th November at Medina Theatre. We will be attending with a bucket collection in the interval.
Tickets; Adults £16 / Under 18’s £7
Box Office Tel; 01983 823884

Further dates for 2023;
January 21st
March 18th
May 13th
July 1st

Diamonds & Ice Charity Ball
2022-11-12 18:30 - 2022-11-13 01:00
Frost yourself with diamonds and join us for this gem of a ball as we return to Gurnard Pines on Saturday 12th November.

Enjoy our sparkling drinks reception, excellent two course dinner and brilliant live music from Spike Oatley, Mr Mojo and The Strand.

*18:30 – 01:00 (Doors open 18:00hrs)
* Dress Code: Black Tie / Posh Frocks
* Over 18’s only

Tickets just £40

Maximum 10 persons per table

With special thanks to Care at Home for generously sponsoring this event.

In aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch, providing emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families whose lives have been affected by the devastating effects of brain tumours.
