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Things to do in Ryde

You’ll find a great range of activities and things to do in Ryde. As the largest town on the Isle of Wight it has a well-established set of shopping streets, and also features some great attractions for all the family, including ten pin bowling, traditional amusements and a cinema.

Ryde also has an award-winning beach which at low-tide opens up to be the largest stretch of golden sands on the Isle of Wight, making it perfect for beach sports and activities, or just simply relaxing in a deckchair!

Shopping in Ryde

Ryde is arguably the best place on the Isle of Wight to indulge in a bit of retail therapy! Union Street is lined with boutique shops, perfect for buying gifts for loved ones, or maybe even treating yourself to a little memento from your visit to the Island.

Ryde is also home to the famous Liz Earle flagship Isle of Wight store where it all began! If you’re a Liz Earle fan, stop at the shop and stock up on products before heading down to the beach to take in the stunning natural landscape and fresh sea air that continues to inspire this amazing brand today.

If you’re looking to make the Isle of Wight the destination for the most important day of your life, Ryde is the place to go to search for wedding dresses! Visit the boutique shops on the high street and let the knowledgeable shop assistants help create the perfect dress for you.

Attractions in Ryde

Ryde is home to some fantastic attractions to keep the whole family entertained, from an old fashioned Steam Railway to a Benedictine monastery!

The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is a wonderful place to relax and spend the day. Watch the steam trains come and go, or hop on board to experience first class travel through the Isle of Wight countryside. The Steam Railway regularly hold events at Havenstreet, so be sure to check what’s on to be kept up to date with events as they’re added.

Quarr Abbey is another popular destination for visitors. The abbey is a fully functioning Benedictine monastery and is set within grounds that are well worth exploring. Visit the shop for some tasty cake and a pot of tea, then buy some pig food from the shop and treat the monks’ pigs to some snacks! You’ll often see tiny piglets running around waiting to be fed. The abbey is has its very own learning centre where you can find out about the lives of the monks, the building of the abbey and even leave the monks a message!

Ryde’s largest tourist attraction has to be its vast, sandy beach. Ryde beach is one large expanse of sand and stretches all the way to the golden sands of Appley. Bring your bucket, spade and swimming gear and enjoy a traditional day of seaside fun.

Appley Beach (slightly further along and well worth a visit) is home to Appley Tower – an imposing tower which looks out over the sea – and Shipwreck Isle, a celebration of all things piratey! Ooh arrrrgh!

Activities in Ryde

The Isle of Wight is home to a range of interesting and varied activities and Ryde is the perfect example of this!

Appley Park in Ryde is home to the fantastic Goodleaf Tree Climbing. Goodleaf use a magnificent 70ft oak tree as their base, and provide climbing lessons and sessions for wannabe tree-climbers aged 8 and above. The views from the top of the Goodleaf Tree are stunning and well worth the climb! Don’t forget to try Goodleaf’s delicious Tree Climbers’ Flapjack.

Wight Karting is just a short drive from the ferry and offers visitors the chance to put the pedal to the metal and show off their inner speed demon! Race your family and friends around the karting track and challenge them to time trials, then relax and unwind in the clubhouse café. This excellent all-weather, floodlit track is a must visit for those with a competitive spirit!

Right on the seafront in Ryde is Ryde Superbowl – a great place to visit if you’re looking to relax in the evening with your family and challenge them to some bowling. Also available at the Superbowl is a brand new Laser Quest feature, which provides serious fun for those aged 6 and above.

For more ideas for fun things to do in Ryde, take a look at our list below.

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Westridge Golf Centre

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RYDE

Westridge Golf Centre is the No1 place on the Isle of Wight to get into golf.

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1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
Quarr Abbey

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RYDE

TEA & FARM SHOP RE-OPENED NOW FOR TAKEAWAYS - Quarr Abbey is a working Benedictine monastery and is set in beautiful and peaceful surroundings and can be found just outside of Ryde.

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1 Jan 2021to23 Dec 2021

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24 Dec 2021to1 Jan 2022
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Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Isle of Wight Rail Ale Trail

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RYDE

Pick up your Isle of Wight Rail Ale Trail leaflet at the Island Tourist Information Points and mainline railway stations to begin your trail from Ryde to Ventnor using the Island Line train and Southern Vectis buses. Visit the pubs on the map trying…

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1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
Isle of Wight Distillery

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Distillery

RYDE

The only distillery on the Island was licensed in 2014 by long term friends Xavier Baker and Conrad Gauntlett.

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1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
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Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Ryde Golf Club

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Golf Course

RYDE

Members Golf course that welcomes visitors all year round. Food and drink available through out the day.

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1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
Ryde Superbowl

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RYDE

Ryde Superbowl has 22 lanes of computerised tenpin bowling, fully licensed Pavilion Bar & Grill, state of the art amusements and pool table.
LaserQuest at Ryde Superbowl – the ultimate sci-fi action adventure game for all ages! We have packages…

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1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
Prince Consort Building - Victoria's Island Trail

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RYDE

Now a private residence, the Prince Consort building was previously known as the Royal Victoria Yacht Club and overlooks the Solent from the western end of the esplanade at Ryde. It was built as a private place for the Queen, because the Royal Yacht…

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1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
Ryde Pier

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RYDE

Ryde's pier is the second-longest seaside pier in the country. Only Southend's is longer. The original wooden structure at Ryde opened in 1814. At 1,740 feet, it allowed ferries to berth even at low tide, when the sea retreats half-a-mile from the…

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1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2021
Tackt-Isle Adventures

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Extreme Sports

ST HELENS

Tackt-Isle Adventures is an exciting outdoor activity centre based at the picturesque St. Helens Duver on the Isle of Wight.

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1 Jan 2021to31 Oct 2021
Ryde Beach

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Beach

Ryde

The beaches at Ryde lie on the north east coast of the Isle of Wight and offer miles and miles of sandy shores.
Tourism For All
Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Steam Railway

HAVENSTREET

RE-OPENING FROM 12TH APRIL 2021 - Inspiring, surprising and Award-Winning… Equally appealing to adults and families, your visit to The Isle of Wight Steam Railway will charm, engage and captivate, leaving you with some lasting memories of a special…
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Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Tourism For All
Goodleaf Tree Climbing

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Adventure Park / Playground

RYDE

A unique, unusual adventure activity that takes you into the canopy of a mature oak tree.
Led by experienced instructors, it's a fabulous experience to share with friends and family.
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Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Haven Falconry Bird of Prey Centre

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Wildlife Centres & Nature Reserves

HAVENSTREET

RE-OPENING 12TH APRIL 2021 - The friendly team at Haven Falconry are dedicated and skilled falconers who have a passion for birds of prey with experience back over 45yrs! Our ethos is education through fun!

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12 Apr 2021to1 Oct 2021
Waterside Pool

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Leisure / Swimming Pool

RYDE

RE-OPENING 12TH APRIL 2021 - Waterside Pool is next to the boating lake and the beach in Ryde. We are open all year and have activities for all ages and abilities, from casual swimming to water workout classes and swimming lessons.

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12 Apr 2021to31 Dec 2021

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1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
Wight Karting

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Sports Ground

RYDE

RE-OPENING 13TH APRIL 2021 - A top family action attraction on the Isle of Wight: all-weather, outdoor, racing driver experience for 8-88 year olds.
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Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Walk the Line Shanklin to Ventnor with Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Guided Walk

HAVENSTREET

As part of the Steam Railway's 50th anniversary celebrations, we're offering the opportunity to walk the Island's disused railways. Our April walk commemorates the 55th anniversary of the closure of the line from Shanklin to Ventnor on 17 April 1966…

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17 Apr 2021to17 Apr 2021
Island Heritage Train Days @ Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Heritage & History

HAVENSTREET

Our popular Heritage Days return for 2021. Running usually on the third Sunday of the month between April and October, these feature one of our historic Isle of Wight locomotives, hauling a selection of different trains.
Discover how the Island…

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18 Apr 2021to18 Apr 2021

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16 May 2021to16 May 2021

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25 July 2021to25 July 2021

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15 Aug 2021to15 Aug 2021

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19 Sept 2021to19 Sept 2021

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17 Oct 2021to17 Oct 2021
Young Engineers Day @ Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Heritage & History

HAVENSTREET

Chris Vine, the author of the Peters Railway books, is coming to Havenstreet, bringing his passion for all things engineering! This special day will enthrall all young enthusiasts who want to discover more about how our railway works
We'll be…

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24 Apr 2021to25 Apr 2021
Walk the Line Newport to Sandown with Isle of Wight Steam Railway

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Guided Walk

HAVENSTREET

As part of the Steam Railway's 50th anniversary celebrations, we're offering the opportunity to walk the Island's disused railways. Our May walk follow the course of the Isle of Wight (Newport Junction) Railway from Newport to Sandown.
This…

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15 May 2021to15 May 2021
Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum

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Museum

RYDE

An impressive collection of Island buses and coaches are housed here.

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17 May 2021to31 Oct 2021
Awards

Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021

Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Isle of Wight Pearl
Isle of Wight Pearl
The Needles Landmark Attraction
The Needles Landmark Attraction
Sandham Gardens
Sandham Gardens

Luccombe Manor
Luccombe Manor
Luccombe Hall Hotel
Luccombe Hall Hotel
Dog Friendly Accommodation
Dog Friendly Accommodation
Ferries & Accommodation
Ferries & Accommodation

Cowes Week
There's nothing quite like Cowes Week; the oldest and largest annual sailing regatta in the World.
Jack Up The Summer
Jack Up The Summer
Round the Island Race
Round the Island Race
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival
Isle of Wight Garlic Festival

Dog friendly
Dog friendly
Competitions
Competitions
Coast & Country
Over half of the Isle of Wight is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Family Holidays
Family Holidays

Isle of Wight Ferries
Information on all the ferry options available to the Isle of Wight from mainland UK
Slow Travel Guide
Slow Travel Guide
Bike Hire
Bike Hire
Walking Routes
Walking

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