Chairman’s Xmas Social Feedback

What a lovely evening we had, filled with warmth and festive cheer as everyone embraced the true spirit of Christmas. A big congratulations to Jill, who captured the season’s joy perfectly and was a well-deserved winner of this year’s celebration. Thanks to all who took part, especially those who joined in the spontaneous carol singing, which added an extra spark of happiness to the event. Together, everyone’s enthusiasm made this celebration memorable, joyful, and full of holiday spirit.

We have taken all suggestions and feedback onboard and are committed to enhancing the quality of our events going forward to providing a better experience for all.

Quarterly Newsletter

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Social Events Bookings

This is to clarify that those wishing to book for future YRA Social Events, an envelope with all your details, preferences, and payments (Cash or Cheque), submitted to Lynne Somerville - 21 Yaverland Close or to your nearest committee member, before the due date, will suffice. There is no need to print the booking slips if you don’t have access to printing facilities.

Sandown Bowls Club Parking

Parking is available for our social events under the trees (not in the council car park). Its IMPORTANT to register your car number plate on the Bowls Club tablet located by the entrance door (even if its just to collect or drop a member off). Anyone parking in the tarmac marked parking bays of the council car park have to pay at the machine.
(Please Note: Fines received or queries have to be dealt DIRECTLY with the Parking Company.)

Monthly News, Jan 2026

Our Condolences
We have sadly lost Marie Hipgrave, and more recently Michael Barlow, both longtime residents of Culver Way. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to their families during this difficult time.

Michael Barlow, a local dog walker, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 91. He had been a resident of our community for 54 years and was one of the founding members of our association. He leaves behind a very sad partner, Sandra, who will miss him dearly.

Monthly Evening Beat Surgery
Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) 13228 Jackie May, representing the South Wight Neighbourhood Police Team, will be available at The Broadway Centre, Sandown, on the last Wednesday of each month, commencing 28 January 2026, from 19:00 to 19:45. She will be on hand to provide assistance and advice. An additional Scheduled Beat Surgery will be held on Sat 07 Feb 14:00 at Sandown Library.

Recycling Request for Plastic Bottle Tops
For those still collecting plastic bottle tops. Currently items can be dropped off at Quarr Abbey or contact Patter Products at patterproducts@gmail.com. Please contact us if you are interested in becoming the Collection Point for our area.

Used Stamp Collection
The Ability Dogs 4 Young People Charity are still collecting used stamps. So if you're able to save yours and pop them round to Mary Smith 32 Culver Way, she will pass them onto the Charity.

Fix My Street:

Report any potholes, street lighting, abandoned vehicles and dog fouling issues to Island Roads, Fix My Street https://fms.islandroads.com/

Sandown North Councillor:

Contact Debbie Andre directly with any issues. Email debbie.andre@iow.gov.uk or Tel 07948 757997. Her Councillor Surgery is held on 1st Friday of the month from 11am @ Sandown Library