A Channel 5 documentary showcasing the Isle of Wight and its residents has been extended, due to popularity.

Isle of Wight: Jewel of the South was supposed to run for four episodes, with the final one due to air this Thursday (23).

However, the production company behind it, Daisybeck Studios, has confirmed it will now run for longer than planned.

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An extra two episodes have been added due to 'demand', the company has said.

The series airs on Thursdays at 8pm.


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The next episode will features Wight Proms and its founder, Mike Christie.

Also featuring will be Cllr Karl Love and partner David, who own a B&B.

There will also be appearances from beekeeper, and farmer’s wife Mary Case, and Emma Guy from the Beach Hut, in Bembridge.