Our new weekly Games Lounge is an opportunity to meet like minded people in a relaxing and fun night. 

We’ve got a wide mix of board games, card games, dice and strategy games available to play. Groups and individuals are welcome and everyone is encouraged to take part. Our bar is open as usual with cocktails, craft beers, fresh coffee and tea and wide range of unusual spirits and soft drinks.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the night!

Every Wednesday 7.30pm – 11pm. (Except 5th Feb,19th Feb & 18th March when we have shows running on these nights) 

£2 Entry towards the games fund to build up the games library! 

A new home for spoken word on the Isle of Wight

The collective is formed of a group of young writers and performers who meet most Thursday evenings to create, experiment and develop their craft, under guidance from established and celebrated poets.

A collaboration between Ventnor Exchange and champion of the Island’s poetry scene King Stammers, this is a new platform to experiment, explore, and develop your work in a supportive environment.

Want clothing that fits you and expresses your unique style? Say goodbye to fast fashion and start creating your own garments, with the support of fellow sewists and knitters.

Slow Fashion Makers is a monthly get-together to share skills and experiences on the journey to achieving a hand-crafted wardrobe that will be the envy of family and friends.Join us on Saturday 7 March, from 2pm-5pm at the Ventnor Exchange in Church Street, with subsequent sessions held 2pm-5pm on the second Saturday of the month.

Whether you want to try your hand at making a garment for the first time, be more mindful about your fashion choices, or you want support to be more adventurous with your sewing or knitting projects, all are welcome. We have lots of exciting ideas covering everything from fitting adjustments and problem solving, learning new techniques and up-skilling, to refashioning and up-cycling.

If you’d like to get involved, ring Gilly Jenner on 07976 685281 or email gillianjenner@ginjer.co.uk.

Channel your creativity and draw together.

Our monthly Drawing Nights are a social gathering bringing together all of those with a love of drawing, spanning all ages and abilities! During these evening we welcome guest artist Katy Rose, a professional illustrator who has worked for clients including Isle of Wight Festival, Bestival, RSPCA, WWF, Heineken and Rapanui as well as being an associate artist of our very own Ventnor Fringe Festival. Katy and Mhairi from Ventnor Exchange will be on hand to set you some fun challenges and help offer advice and feedback on how to improve your technique.

The bar is open throughout as normal for drinks and refreshments or for those who would like to watch.

The first session will be themed on introductions and sketchbook making.

Second Tuesday of every month. 7.30pm – 9.30pm. £5 with materials included. * Apart from March when it will take place on Wednesday the 11th *