Isle of Wight nightclub's events for special educational needs adults

Fever & Boutique, based at Newport, has been running these events since May, and the turnout has been fantastic.

As well as a dance floor, the club also has a sensory room, for those who might want a quieter experience.

Manager, Luke Bontoft, said: "We were approached around six months ago by Ryde House Group, asking if we wanted to put on an event.

Regular fundraiser Chris Hayton dressed up for the occasion. (Image: Newsquest.)

"We thought: no brainer, really. It's a lovely thing to see, and ever since the first night, it's been onwards and upwards.

"We just provide a safe clubbing space for any adult with a learning difficulty.

"The first event was actually on May 4, so it was a Star Wars night — Star Wars themed. It was absolutely brilliant.

"It's always busy on these nights. Any adult with a learning difficulty, who maybe wouldn't normally feel comfortable on a regular Saturday night out, can come to this.

Fever & Boutique. (Image: Newsquest.)

"It goes for two hours at the moment, but we are looking to extend that.

"I expected it to turn out well, but we were blown away on the first night — the queue was enormous.

"We couldn't park in the car park, it was so busy.

"It's five pound entry, and they get a free drink when they come in.

"The theme changes every month. We've done back to school disco, a beach party theme, Halloween, and we're going to do a Christmas theme in December.

"Some of their dance moves are brilliant, and they're always asking for songs. One the older lads loves his Bob Marley — some reggae."

Deputy manager, Rachel Mackett, said: "We set it up really, just to give people of all ages — mixed abilities — a chance to have a nightclub experience.

"We have a lot of regulars now, and a lot of parents coming down, too.

Fever & Boutique. (Image: Newsquest.)

"We're always impressed with the costumes, and we have so many different ages coming down.

"It's a really good time, and we don't have any trouble — everyone's happy.

"It's honestly my favourite night, working here. I absolutely love it."

Among those to attend is 22-year-old Cameron May, of Shanklin.

He said he came for a bit of fun and a laugh, and he is a bit of a regular at Fever — not just on Wednesdays, but on the weekends, too.

Cameron May, 22, of Shanklin. (Image: Newsquest.)

"Only recently, I've been coming on Fridays and Saturdays," said Cameron, who hasn't missed an event since its inception.

"It's good. I most look forward to the music."

Another who was keen to party was Dylan Atkins, of Ryde.

The 19-year-old already has plans to celebrate his 21st birthday in Vegas, and says he knows he's "getting old".

Fever & Boutique. (Image: Newsquest.)

"I feel it already," said Dylan.

Asked what he was going to do in Vegas, Dylan said: "Probably travel. Maybe get my own statue.

"You never know, I might even bring a wife back home. Anything can happen in Vegas.

"I've been going to Fever every month.

Fever & Boutique. (Image: Newsquest.)

"I always get the munchies, every time I drink. I love my savoury stuff.

"It's always been busy."

Asked if he was glad such an event was being put on, Dylan said: "Oh yes."

"I like my pubs, I like my nightclubs."