Ryde

Ryde is a town on the Isle of Wight that serves as the main gateway to the island. With its convenient ferry and hovercraft connections to the mainland, Ryde attracts many visitors and commuters. The town boasts a long sandy beach and a pier that extends over 600 metres into the sea. From the pier and the esplanade, one can enjoy stunning views of Spithead, the waterway where naval ships and cruise liners often pass by. Ryde also offers a variety of shopping options, from well-known brands to independent boutiques. The Royal Arcade, which houses the Ryde Heritage Centre and Postcard Museum, is a historic landmark that showcases the town's rich cultural heritage. Ryde is surrounded by charming villages such as Seaview, Bembridge, Brading and Wootton, which offer more scenic attractions and leisure activities.

Attractions:

Ryde is full of attractions to keep everyone happy! They include: IOW Steam Railway, LA Bowl, Island Speedway, Peter Pan Playground,Puckpool Park, Quarr Abbey & Appley Park.

Transport:

Ryde is not known as the "gateway to the island" for nothing! Wightlink runs passenger services from Portsmouth, Hovertravel run passenger services from Southsea. Island Line provide services train services to Shanklin.

Southern Vectis runs bus services to all areas of the island from the Ryde Bus Station:

Route 2 runs to Sandown/Shanklin & Newport

Route 3 runs to Sandown/Shanklin/Ventnor & Newport

Route 8 runs to Bembridge, St Helens, Sandown & Newport

Route 4 runs to Osborne House & East Cowes

Route 9 runs to Newport

There is also 2 seasonal services: Downs Breezer which tours the eastern side of the island, and the Island Coaster which tours the whole of the island via Blackgang and Alum Bay.

Carnival Dates

Children's Carnival: TBC

Main Carnival: TBC

Illuminated Carnival: TBC