Daisy Ring Bus CIC (Community Interest Company) will celebrate its first anniversary with an afternoon of live entertainment, family activities and community celebration at Northwood House, Cowes, on Sunday 23 August 2026, from 12pm to 4pm. The event will bring together supporters, volunteers, local organisations and members of the community, honouring those who have played a significant part in Daisy Ring Bus's first year — with a warm welcome extended to everyone across the

Andrew’s Spinnaker Tower Abseil Raises £5,525 for Daisy Ring Bus

For many Island residents travelling to cancer treatment, transport is not just about getting from A to B. It is about getting to an essential appointment. It is about reducing stress on an already difficult day. It is about knowing there is a kind, reliable service there when it is needed most. That is why Daisy Ring Bus exists. Daisy Ring Bus supports cancer patients travelling from the Isle of Wight to essential treatment in Southampton and Portsmouth, helping people rea

Olivia Salmon has completed the London Marathon — ten years after first taking on the challenge. This time, she did it while balancing family life with three children and the realities of a much busier day-to-day schedule. She chose to run not just for the personal achievement, but to raise funds for the Daisy Ring Bus. Her original goal was £500. She has already raised over £900! Why It Matters The Daisy Ring Bus provides transport for Isle of Wight cancer patients travellin

And he’s in very good hands 💛 Gina Dyer from Gina Dyer Arts is bringing our Mascot, Dave the Daisy to life — with years of experience in wire work, costume design, puppetry and large-scale builds. What you’re seeing here is just the beginning… We can’t wait for you to meet him. #DaveTheDaisy #DaisyRingBus #NewCarnival #IsleOfWight #CommunityCreativity

Daisy Ring Bus CIC is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Director, strengthening its leadership team as the organisation continues to support patients and families across the Isle of Wight.

Andrew’s Spinnaker Tower Challenge for Daisy Ring Bus

At Daisy Ring Bus, everything we do is driven by the belief: no one should have to face life’s challenges alone . That belief is not just something we stand for as a charity — it’s something many of us understand personally. For me, Lean on Me holds particular meaning, because the song was produced by Guy of Mustard Studios and sung by my daughter, Anna Newton , as a gift in support of Daisy Ring Bus. From the moment I first heard it, the message felt unmistakably aligned wi

Release date: 19 November 2025 The Portsmouth Daisy Bus, which transports patients from the Southsea Hover terminal directly to the QA Hospital, is to be transferred from Wessex Cancer Support to the Daisy Ring Bus CIC from 5 January 2026. The planned transfer has been agreed by the Daisy Ring Bus CIC and Wessex Cancer Support to bring both the Southampton and Portsmouth Daisy Buses under one coordinated, community-led organisation while allowing Wessex Cancer Support to focu

💛 A big thank you to our SUPER volunteer driver, Kieran, for these lovely photos — proudly showing the Daisy Ring Bus out and about in Southampton! This is your bus — bought with the kindness of donations and kept running thanks to the ongoing support of our incredible community. 🌼 Every mile she travels represents the love and generosity of the Isle of Wight people.

🌼 A New Chapter Begins: Daisy Ring Bus Arrives in Southampton Today marks a truly special day — our very own Daisy Ring Bus begins her new life in Southampton . We want to say a HUGE thank you to some incredible supporters who made this possible: ✨ Natasha Bentley and the wonderful team at The Phoenix Café , who have kindly sponsored four seats on the new Daisy. Red Funnel, who not only paid for her journey across the Solent but are also housing her while she settles i

Every week, patients from the Isle of Wight make the journey to Southampton for vital cancer treatment. For many, it’s not just the treatment that’s tough — it’s the travel. The cost, the stress, and the sheer exhaustion can make an already difficult time feel overwhelming. That’s where the Daisy Ring Bus comes in. Our bus isn’t just a vehicle. It’s a lifeline. It offers patients safe, reliable transport, free of charge — and with it, a sense of dignity, community, and care.

Join the Daisy Ring Bus and Make a Real Difference For cancer patients on the Isle of Wight, the journey to Southampton for treatment can feel overwhelming. The Daisy Ring Bus has been a vit al support, easing that journey with safe, reliable transport and a sense of care. But we can’t do it without you. We’re looking for kind, reliable volunteer drivers to help patients travel to and from the Red Funnel terminal and Southampton University Hospital. Every mile you drive makes

Every day, people on the Isle of Wight face the daunting journey of travelling to Southampton for life-saving cancer treatment. For many, this trip isn’t just difficult — it’s exhausting, expensive, and filled with uncertainty. The Daisy Ring Bus has been a lifeline for countless patients, offering comfort, reliability, and a sense of community on the road to hospital appointments. It’s more than just transport — it’s peace of mind at a time when every ounce of energy matters