TIDE TURNERS AND CAN YOU HEAR US? DISCOVERY DAY
Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity, culture and community as part of Tide Turners, Sandown’s journey towards UK Town of Culture 2028, and CAN YOU HEAR US?
We’re bringing the Trouville Hotel to life with a mix of performances, workshops and activities for all ages, and it’s all FREE!
Explore hands-on workshops, arts and activities with local artists and community groups
Come along, try something new, meet the people bringing creativity to our town and share your hopes and ideas for Sandown’s future.
Stage Programme
10am Welcome with Shademakers UK and Tide Turners
Kick off the day with a colourful welcome, featuring carnival costumes from Shademakers UK and an introduction to Tide Turners.
10.30am Tiger Feet
Little ones can get moving with a fun toddler dance session from Tiger Feet.
11am Somewhen Survival Society: Foraging Walk
Join a guided walk exploring Sandown’s hedgerows and shoreline, discovering local plants and stories along the way. Return to the Trouville Hotel to sample seasonal food and drinks, including crispy nettles, hawthorn ketchup and rosemary tea. Places limited to 25 people.
11.15am Brevity: Short Stories
Enjoy short stories from Brevity, the Isle of Wight’s literary zine, celebrating local writers and their stories of 500 words or less.
11.30am Indonesian Community Performance
Experience a celebration of Indonesian culture, with traditional costumes and dance shared by members of the Indonesian community.
12pm Chuffle Reading and Viva! Costumes
Enjoy a reading from Chuffle alongside a showcase of colourful Viva! costumes.
12.30pm Drumming Workshop
Get involved in a lively, hands-on drumming workshop and have a go at making some rhythm of your own.
1.30pm Dance Vibez
Enjoy an energetic dance performance from Dance Vibez.
2pm Stage Programme Ends
Films Throughout the Day
Artswork’s Listen Up! Film Festival
Come and watch six remarkable short films created by children on the Isle of Wight, working alongside professional filmmakers Bruce Webb, NOSY Creative Agency and Sam Lapham.
Each film offers a personal and powerful response to one simple question: ‘If adults were listening, what would you tell them?’
Films will be screening on a loop in the cinema throughout the day, so drop in whenever you like.
Workshops
10am – 12pm Paper Crane Workshop with Sue Paraskeva
Join Sue to fold paper cranes in a gentle, creative workshop inspired by themes of healing and togetherness.
12.30pm – 2.30pm Paper Painting with Laura Hathaway
Create abstract paper paintings using natural materials inspired by the Isle of Wight’s changing landscape.
10am–3pm – Paper Pavilions
Try the Japanese art of Joomchi using mulberry paper and water, and discover Sandown’s Town of Culture Pavilions: Origin, Curiosity, Wonder and Adaptation.
Activities Throughout the Day
Discovery Bay Area
Explore the Bay area and see what’s happening.
Independent Arts Seed Archive
Discover the Independent Arts Seed Archive and the stories and ideas behind it.
Town of Culture Engagement
Have your say on Sandown’s journey towards UK Town of Culture 2028. Share your ideas, hopes and ambitions for the town’s future.
Come along for an hour or stay for the whole day – there’s plenty to see, do and discover!