Sponsors

As a community and volunteer-based organisation, Ventnor Cricket Club is hugely grateful for the support of all four categories of its sponsors: principal club sponsor (Red Funnel), silver sponsor (A J Wells), community sponsors and, not least, the individual match sponsors. We thank them all. This is their page.

If you'd like to find out more about this very special club community, please scroll on down. If you'd like to join them in any way that works for you, please contact us: we'll be delighted to chat.

Principal sponsor

Red Funnel

Inspiring Isle of Wight Adventures since 1861. For 162 years, Red Funnel has been connecting passengers between the Isle of Wight and Southampton. And while a lot has changed – our paddle steamers have been replaced with state-of-the-art vessels, our onboard facilities are a whole lot better than they were in 1861 – you’ll be greeted with the same warm welcome, standout customer service, and an adventurous spirit when you arrive on board.

email: post@redfunnel.co.uk

phone: 023 8001 9192

website: www.redfunnel.co.uk

Silver sponsors

AJ Wells and Sons

Island-based A J Wells & Sons Ltd was founded in 1972 and is a privately owned, family controlled, British company. It specialises in the design and manufacture of wood burning stoves, manufactures vitreous enamel products and imports fair trade fireside accessories and pumice chimneys.

phone: 01983 537777

website: ajwells.co.uk

Beach Events

Isle of Wight-based Beach Events (BEACH) creates immersive brand environments — from pop-up activations in town centres to large-scale festival builds. Delivered by an in-house production team and creative studio.

As an exclusive partner to Sport England and Volleyball England, BEACH also delivers beach sports facilities and pop-up beaches across the UK.

Phone: 01983 722626

WWW: beach-events.co.uk

IoW Tomatoes

Based in the Arreton Valley, IoW Tomatoes is one of the Island’s great companies. With over 40 varieties (e.g. Chocolate Marmonde, Yellow Cherry, Green Tiger and San Arretino) the firm’s produce has over the last 15 years established a national brand. The produce is also marketed as juices, sauces and condiments. IoW Tomatoes is particularly committed to supporting the club’s development of disabled cricket.

Phone: 01983 866907

Email: hello@iowtomatoes.co.uk

Web: iowtomatoes.co.uk

Community sponsors

Rouse Limited

Always batting for your financial future

We are Independent Financial Planners based in Newport on the Isle of Wight. With extensive experience across all areas of financial planning – including wealth management, retirement planning, pensions, and investments – our team is well placed to help you define your priorities for your money and keep you in play to achieve your financial goals.

email: advice@rouseltd.co.uk

phone: 01983 535740

website: rouseltd.co.uk

BCM

We undertake a wide variety of work for our clients, however our core disciplines are rural asset management, sales and purchases, lettings, design and planning.

We pride ourselves on our professional approach and quality service. We seek to marry modern thinking to how we work in the fast changing rural world with traditional values.

BCM’s team of rural property professionals are committed to providing you with leading advice. As a team, we thoroughly enjoy what we do and we find that reflects in the enthusiastic and energetic way we approach our work for our clients.

email: iow@bcm.co.uk

phone: 01983 828 800

website: bcm.co.uk

Charnwood

Over the last forty years, we have grown from our original small factory of around 1500 sq. ft to our current site of over 50,000sq. ft, becoming one of the best multi-fuel stove manufacturers in the industry. Our commitment to quality and innovation has led us to produce a range of efficient and environmentally friendly stoves that burn various fuels such as wood, coal, and biomass, making us a leader in the market for wood-burners and multi-fuel stoves.

phone: 01983 537 777

website: charnwood.com

Cresta Dry Cleaning

Cresta drycleaners have been professionally serving the Isle of Wight for nearly 30 years. We are the only independent dry cleaners on the Isle of Wight. We combine care and experience to provide a first rate friendly service coupled together with helpful advice and competitive prices.

We are happy to provide quotations over the phone and answer any queries concerning dry cleaning.

phone: 01983 855555

website: crestadrycleaning.co.uk

Fisherman's Cottage Inn

Nestled just beneath Shanklin Chine in an enviable location at the far end of Shanklin Esplanade you will find Fisherman’s Cottage, the town’s original thatched dining pub on the beach with a rich heritage dating back to 1817.

email: bookings@shanklinchine.co.uk.

phone: 01983 863882

website: shanklinchine.co.uk

Humming Bee Yoga

A fully qualified Hatha yoga teacher with more than 16 years teaching experience for many different clients including the NHS and professional sport. Hatha yoga is the most commonly practiced yoga in the West and is over 5000 years old. It is non-competitive and can help with increasing general health and well being.

I offer a full schedule of group classes suitable for all levels, needs and abilities from absolute beginners to advanced. For every stage of life – if you can breathe you can do yoga!

email: louise@hummingbee.co.uk

website: hummingbee.co.uk

Isle of Wight Distillery

Founded by Xavier Baker & Conrad Gauntlett in 2014, the Isle of Wight Distillery is the island’s first and only distillery and the home of Mermaid Gin. Rooted in the natural landscape of a unique island, our small team distil spirits shaped by our stunning surroundings and the unique character of our island. Doing things differently, minimising waste and using ethically sourced and often local ingredients to craft a range of smooth, complex spirits.

email: info@isleofwightdistillery.com

phone: 01983 613 653

website: isleofwightdistillery.com

Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Our beautifully preserved award-winning railway creates the perfect backdrop to your special day out. Marvel at the majestic steam engines, beautifully restored comfortable period carriages and charming rural stations. Our friendly staff are dressed in traditional Southern Railway uniforms, adding to the charm and feeling of being in a different era of time. A trip to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway is guaranteed family-fun and will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.

email: info@iwsteamrailway.co.uk

phone: 01983 882204

website: iwsteamrailway.co.uk

MBJ Motor Factors

At MBJ Motor Factors our commitment lies in providing exceptional service with the convenience of efficient stock deliveries as well as personalised expertise with in-shop sales. Our dedicated team of friendly and knowledgeable sales representatives are always at your service. Whether it’s a one-time consultation or regular visits, we are here to discuss products, share the latest offers, and assist with your supply orders as well as arrange emergency or last-minute deliveries across the Isle of Wight. We are also well-equipped to support you in the renovation or refitting of your garage or workshop. We specialise in sourcing and supplying a wide range of garage and MOT equipment and machinery, ensuring your workspace is outfitted with the best tools and resources.

email: mbj.iow@btconnect.com

phone: 01983 883488

website: mbjmotorfactors.co.uk

Mermaid Gin

Hand-crafted on the Isle of Wight since 2014 using ten ethically sourced botanicals, Mermaid Gin delivers a smooth yet complex blend of fresh organic lemon zest and peppery grains of paradise, with a hint of sea air from wild-foraged, fragrant rock samphire. A refreshing and invigorating serve, for the free-spirited.

email: info@isleofwightdistillery.com

phone: 01983 613 653

website: isleofwightdistillery.com

Reynolds & Read

Reynolds & Read is one of the Isle of Wight’s largest plant hire and transport services’ companies. We have been offering a range of transport, plant and skip hire options across the island and tipper hire on the mainland for over 40 years. Our extensive knowledge and experience means we can offer an unsurpassed service to all island businesses as well as private individuals.

email: transport@reynoldsandread.co.uk

phone: 01983 523565

website: planthireisleofwight.co.uk

Shanklin Chine

The Island’s oldest tourist attraction Carved by Mother Nature’s own hands over thousands of years, the stunning tree lined gorge that is Shanklin Chine cuts its mark from Shanklin Old Village to the sandy beach and Esplanade, far below.

email: bookings@shanklinchine.co.uk

phone: 01983 866432

website: shanklinchine.co.uk

The Chequers, Birdham and White Lion

The Chequers Inn – which is owned and run by the Holmes family, is a traditional rural pub situated in the heart of the Isle of Wight within the beautiful countryside. Our pub is the perfect place to eat, sleep and drink on the Isle of Wight, and also perfect for just stopping by for a pint of traditional local ale.

The Birdham – A beautifully restored Edwardian hotel, set in the heart of the chic village of Bembridge.

The White Lion – The White Lion, which is owned and run by the Holmes family, is a beautifully renovated village pub situated in Niton on the Isle of Wight. Above the pub sits six luxury B&B rooms, meaning we can invite you to stay with us, as well as dine! Situated in the Southern side of the Isle of Wight, we are lucky to be surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque beaches.

website: whitelioniow.co.uk

website: chequersinn-iow.co.uk

website: thebirdhambembridge.co.uk

Match sponsors

Special thanks to all our individual sponsors, most of them drawn from the club's own membership. Without you, the club wouldn't be a fraction of what it is.

VENTNOR CRICKET CLUB - HOME GAME MATCH SPONSORS @ STEEPHILL

SEASON 2025

SPECIAL THANKS TO THEM ALL

DATE	OPPONENTS	SPONSOR
Sat 25 April	Fair Oak	Graham & Christine Benson
Sat 2 May	Calmore Sports	Sandra & Jonathon Snell
Sat 9 May	Rowledge	Bill Nichols
Sat 16 May	Burridge II	Roy George & Heather Mills
Sun 17 May	Singh XI	Margaret Hilsum
Sat 23 May	Fair Oak	Tony & Sally Thatcher
Sun 24 May	King’s Langley	Ventnor Resident (John Haynes)
Mon 25 May	Long Tales	Alan Parker
Sat 30 May	Steep	Nigel & Sue Cox
Sun 31 May	Downsiders	Badgergroundcare@hotmail.com
Wed 3 June	Calcutta Cricket Academy	Fiona Newnham
Sat 6 June	Basingstoke & North Hants	Trish McDonald & Chris Ryan
Sun 7 June	Priston	Bill Nichols
Sat 13 June	Hayling Island	Graham Perks
Sun 14 June	Shipwreck	Andy & Joy Fletcher
Sat 20 June	Havant	Tony & Sally Thatcher
Sat 27 June	Hambledon	Mark Griffin
Sun 28 June	Smallhythe	Ventnor Resident (John Haynes)
Sat 4 July	Easton & Martyr Worthy	Sid Owen & Chris Turnbull
Sun 5 July	Boxgrove	Chris Innis
Sat 11 July	Rowledge II	Bill Nichols

MATCH SPONSORS		SEASON 2026

Sun 12 July	Fawley	Ron & Sue Cook
Sat 18 July	Old Tauntonians & Romsey	Tony & Sally Thatcher
Sun 19 July	Hospital Services Dorset	Maurice & Christine Kane
Sat 25 July	Portsmouth & Southsea II	Michael & Rose Blackman
Sun 26 July	Totton & Eling	Dave Reynolds
Sat 1 August	Totton & Eling	Graham & Christine Benson
Sun 2 August	Monken Nomads	Ventnor Resident (John Haynes)
Sat 8 August	St Cross Symondians III	Rob & Ruth Noyes
Sun 9 August	President’s Day	Chris Innis
Sat 15 August	Langley Manor	Dan & Rose Beaumont
Sun 16 August	Bartley	The Rotary Club of Ventnor
Sat 22 August	Shanklin & Godshill	Graham & Christine Benson
Sun 23 August	Steephill Sixes	The True Food Kitchen
Sat 29 August	Twyford	Jim & Kath Pidgeon
Sun 30 August	Reading Lions	Ventnor Resident (John Haynes)
Mon 31 August	Reading Lions	Dan & Rose Beaumont
Sun 6 September	Goodwood	Graeme Burnett
Sat 12 September	Dumbleton	Steve & Jane Clutterbuck
Sun 13 September	Egham Roses	The Rotary Club of Ventnor
Sat 19 September	London Knights	Chris Innis
Sun 27 September	Luton Caribbean	Andy & Julie Cheek
Sun 4 October	London Theatres	Chris Innis

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