Welcome To Newport & Carisbrooke Heritage Society

Our group formed with the aim of bringing together all of the enthusiasm for heritage and the preservation of Newport & Carisbrooke's rich history for generations to come. We champion the preservation and restoration of historical landmarks, bringing history to life through exhibitions, talks and interpretation panels.

About Us
A man in a blue blazer adorned with war medals chatting to another man in an army jeep.

What's On

Events and exhibitions that we hold or collaborate on.

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Projects

Our upcoming, current and previous projects.

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A mannequin dressed in period clothes in a museum.
A stream running through open land.

Walks

Take a walk and discover some local history.

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Famous Newportarians

Famous people who were born or raised in the Newport area.

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War gravestones in Parkhurst Military Cemetery on the Isle of Wight.

War Casualties

Casualties from Newport who were lost during WW1 or WW2.

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Gallery

Photographs of Newport and Carisbrooke's local historical interest.

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A recoloured black and white photo of two men stood in front of a Victorian grocery van.
A pair of reading glasses upon a newspaper.

Articles

Read some of our pieces on local history and what else we're up to.

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