Red Funnel is delighted to announce that entries for the 2026 Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards are officially open! The awards celebrate the exceptional, diverse array of businesses that make the Isle of Wight such a wonderfully different place to live and visit. All winners are invited to celebrate their accomplishment and the role they play in making the Isle of Wight such a vibrant and unique place at the annual Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards ceremony in November. Collins: Incredible independent businesses bring the Island to lifeFran Collins, CEO of Red Funnel, said,“I often get asked what makes the Isle of Wight so special! “The Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards are our chance to say thank you, to celebrate the passion and creativity that make this Island such a joy to explore.