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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.

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Quarr Abbey

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RYDE

Quarr Abbey is a working Benedictine monastery and is set in beautiful and peaceful surroundings and can be found just outside of Ryde.
Westridge Golf Centre

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Golf Course

RYDE

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

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Sports Ground

RYDE

A top family action attraction on the Isle of Wight: all-weather, outdoor, racing driver experience for 3-103 year olds.
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.
Tackt-Isle Adventures

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ST HELENS

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

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RYDE

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.
Ryde Pier

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Pier

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…
Ryde Superbowl

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Sports Ground

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…
Ryde Beach

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Ryde

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

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Steam Railway

HAVENSTREET

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR TICKET ON-LINE (SAVE by booking online in advance of your visit).
Inspiring, Surprising and Award-Winning … Equally appealing to adults and families, your visit to The Isle of Wight Steam Railway will charm, engage and…
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.
"Thanks for a great morning - really fun, excellent instructors…
Haven Falconry Bird of Prey Centre

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Wildlife Centres & Nature Reserves

HAVENSTREET

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!
OUR MAGICAL ISLAND

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Exhibition

RYDE

A fabulous week long exhibition from 12th to 18th June 2019, 10am to 4.30pm at the serenely stunning location of Quarr Abbey in the Abbey Gallery. Featuring 3 well know and very talented Island artists ANNE AXFORD, FREYA CONWAY AND LOREN THORN who…
Cool Spectrum

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Exhibition

RYDE

Island artists Lis Toft and Tim England are exhibiting ceramics and paintings with an emphasis on cool colours, at Quarr Abbey.
Cool Spectrum is open daily June 20-25, 10am-4.30pm. Entrance is free.
Appley Day

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Outdoor Event / Activities

RYDE

Join Friends of Appley and Ryde Business Association for Appley Day. On Saturday 22nd June, pop down to Appley Park and Beach and celebrate the amazing green space and beach. There's all sorts of things on - guided walks, family making activities,…
IW Mardi Gras

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Carnival

RYDE

IW Mardi Gras is a carnival with a fantastic themed parade.
This year's carnival is focused on the Biosphere which is linked to the AONB's application for the Isle of Wight to be a Biosphere Island.
The carnival will be created by local…
ReVamp Festival

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Festival

RYDE

ReVamp Festival is a family orientated event based in Ryde, on the Isle of Wight. Our aim is to showcase local artists, bands, DJ’s and comedians whilst raising money for charity.
Set in the wonderful grounds of Oakfield School, Appley, Ryde…

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

Luccombe Manor
Luccombe Manor
Luccombe Hall Hotel
Luccombe Hall Hotel
Warner Leisure Hotels
Warner Leisure Hotels
Holiday Parks
The Isle of Wight has a great variety of superb caravan and chalet parks, many of which are located in some of our most spectacular landscape!

May Half Term
For many families, travelling abroad for half term is too expensive and just too much hassle. So, what if there was somewhere that you could travel to easily and by crossing the water feel as though you were leaving the country. Then look no further and choose the Isle of Wight for your May half term adventures.
200 years of Victoria and Albert
This year marks the 200th birthday of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, who were born on the 24th May and 26th August 1819 respectively. And here on the Isle of Wight we couldn’t be more excited.
Isle of Wight Festival
Year on year, 55,000 stylish, free spirited Festivalgoers come together in a beautiful location, for one of the most distinctive events of the season.
Cowes Week
There's nothing quite like Cowes Week; the oldest and largest annual sailing regatta in the World.

Family
With loads of great attractions and family-friendly places to stay the Isle of Wight is the perfect place to bring the family
Adventure
The Island packs in a whole load of adventure, with lots of exciting activities to pack into your break!
Romantic
Breathtaking scenery and a slower pace of life make this one of the most romantic places in the UK
Wellness Breaks
Wellness Breaks

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
Red Squirrel Electric Bike Hire
Red Squirrel Electric Bike Hire
Walking Routes
Walking

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