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Restore the Story CIC

We are a not-for-profit community interest company dedicated to uncovering, preserving, and sharing local history through immersive storytelling, guided tours, and educational projects. Based on the Isle of Wight, our mission is to bring forgotten places and hidden stories back to life – making history accessible, engaging, and meaningful for everyone.

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🌿 Not-for-profit sharing the Isle of Wight’s forgotten stories through tours, exhibitions & projects. 👉 Follow us as we restore the story!

Discovering rock pool treasures amongst the fallen

Discovering rock pool treasures amongst the fallen Cliff End Battery again today... What did we find?

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Limited spaces available on our tours this year of

Limited spaces available on our tours this year of Steynewood Battery. A hidden gem in the centre of Bembridge. Book a tour for exclusive access to this private high angle battery. First tour April 6th. Book now to secure your place. Visit our website www.restorecic.org for various times and dates.
#isleofwight #forttours #palmerston #localhistory #bembridge

On this day in 1648. Charles I attempted to escape

On this day in 1648. Charles I attempted to escape from Carisbrooke Castle. With Harry Firebrace and Sir Edward Worsley waiting with horses to take him to safety just outside the castle walls. Charles tried to get out of his bedroom window, becoming trapped between the iron bars and the window frame and had no choice but to retreat back to his room... #onthisday #hiddenheritage #localhistory #isleofwight #history

Large landslip at Blackgang Chine…. The corner o

Large landslip at Blackgang Chine.... The corner of the maze is now in the edge, with Nurseryland getting closer to the edge by the day... #isleofwight #blackgangchine #landslip #landmovement #isleofwightbeaches

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🎄🎬 Christmas movie debate time! 🎬🎄 With Christmas

🎄🎬 Christmas movie debate time! 🎬🎄
With Christmas just two days away, the annual question returns…
What is the ultimate Christmas film? 🤔
🎄 Gremlins
🎄 Die Hard
🎄 Rambo
All strong contenders for very different reasons… and honestly, we’re still completely undecided about what’s going on the screen this year!
👉 What’s your pick?
Or are we missing an absolute Christmas classic? Let us know in the comments! 🍿✨

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#restorethestorycic
#Christmas
#filmchoices
#pickyourfilm

An old forgotten Palmerston fortification, used un

An old forgotten Palmerston fortification, used until ww2, now lost to cliff erosion. #heritage #restorethestorycic #isleofwight #fortifications #palmerston

Battle of Britain History Walk – Isle of Wight Wal

Battle of Britain History Walk – Isle of Wight Walking Festival

We’re excited to be teaming up with the Isle of Wight Walking Festival this autumn to bring you a very special guided walk across St Boniface Down – the highest point on the Island and a place steeped in history.

Join Jo and Steve on Sunday 5th October, 11:00 – 12:30, for a fascinating walk that uncovers the many layers of the Down’s past. From the Battle of Bonchurch, to the vital role of RAF Ventnor during the Battle of Britain, through to Cold War defences, plane crashes, and even local UFO sightings – St Boniface Down has seen it all.

This is not just a walk, but a journey through centuries of defence, resilience, and mystery, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Island’s coastline.

📅 Date: 5th October
⏰ Time: 11:00 – 12:30
📍 Location: St Boniface Down
🔗 More information & booking: www.isleofwightwalkingfestival.co.uk

Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your place soon!
https://www.restorecic.org/battle-of-britain-history-walk/

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Thank You for Joining Us – Battle of Britain: 85 Y

Thank You for Joining Us – Battle of Britain: 85 Years On

After a long setup and many weeks of preparation, we are absolutely overjoyed with the response to our Battle of Britain exhibition on the August Bank Holiday Monday. The turnout was incredible - so many people came through the doors, not only to view the displays but to stop, chat, and ask thoughtful questions about the Isle of Wight’s role during this pivotal moment in history.

It means a great deal to us at Restore the Story to see such enthusiasm for preserving and sharing our island’s heritage. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited, purchased our booklets, and helped support our work. An extra special thanks goes to those who kindly loaned us treasured items, allowing us to showcase personal stories and artefacts that made the exhibition so meaningful.

We’d also like to give a big thank you to Archie and everyone at the White Lion pub in Niton for providing us with the space to bring this exhibition to life. This project has been a true community effort, and we couldn’t have done it without you.

Steve & Jo Restore the Story CIC

First business trip of the year. Onwards and upwar

First business trip of the year.
Onwards and upwards as they say.
More news to follow....

Our first sellout event at Steynewood Battery, wit

Our first sellout event at Steynewood Battery, with a tour and paranormal evening.
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#spooky
#palmerstonfort
#iowevents
#followourpage
#bembridge

Many thanks to everyone who came to the Fort Tour

Many thanks to everyone who came to the Fort Tour and Paranormal evening at Steynewood Battery on Saturday.
You were a great audience, and we hope you enjoyed the evening, and we were glad the rain stayed away.
Keep your eye on our page for future events.

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#heritage
#restorethestorycic
#forttours
#paranormal
#palmerston

Embroidered uniforms have arrived. #isleofwight #h

Embroidered uniforms have arrived.
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#heritage
#restorethestorycic

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