Organisations and societies
Discover records from Isle of Wight groups and clubs
This page lists records from local organisations and societies. These include clubs, charities, and community groups that helped shape life on the Island.
How to view these records
- visit the Record Office in Newport to see full catalogues.
- search online as some catalogues are available on The National Archives website - Access to Archives
- contact us to ask us for help if you're looking for something specific
What organisations and societies records you’ll be able to access
We keep records from many Isle of Wight organisations. These show how people worked together, helped others, and built communities. Some examples include:
| Organisation | Description | Reference |
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Beekeepers
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Records of Isle of Wight Bee Keepers Association | AC2005/30
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Blind Society | Records of Isle of Wight Blind Society 1895 to 2001 | AC2001/64
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Christian Education Council |
Records of National Christian Education Council Isle of Wight Branch
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AC2005/065
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Health and Safety | Records of Isle of Wight Health and Safety Group
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AC2005/028
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Inner Wheel |
Records of the Inner Wheel Club of Cowes
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AC2005/072
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Electrical Association |
Electrical Association for Women Ryde Branch 1949 to 1986
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AC95/1 and AC97/47
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Newport Literary Society |
Newport Literary Society 1880 to 1955
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ELD87/38/19/1-6
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Roots |
Records of Roots: family and parish history society Newchurch
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AC2004/16
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