‘Giving Ryde’s Past to the Future’

Historic Ryde Society Quiz Night Thursday 26 March 2026 at Yelf's Hotel, at 7p.m. for 7.30pm.

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Nice trip for a Saturday…

The Arcade is a lot quieter today after last Saturday’s Steam Punk Festival but our unique Museum is open with a whole lot of local history, the saucy postcards of Donald McGill and a trip down Memory Lane – Closing at 4pm today – last entry 3.15pm. £5 adults and £1 children ( age 8-16) under 8’s free and a free return within 14 days. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10.30pm. Looking forward to seeing you!

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HERITAGE OPEN DAY

If you are free on Monday 22 September please come and visit us on our HERITAGE OPEN DAY at the UNDERGROUND MUSEUM OF RYDE in the Royal Victoria Arcade – in Union Street. 11am – 3.30pm Visiting the Island or Living on the Island everyone is welcome to visit – We have lots of local history – The Donald McGill Cheeky Postcards, A trip down Memory Lane and a whole lot more. We also have a raffle with lots of great prizes many donated by local businesses – So please pop on down. We look forward to seeing you and any DONATIONS HAPPILY received.

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The Newchurch Male Voice Choir

Present  a SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT ON SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER AT 3PMIn support of THE MUSEUM OF RYDE at The Methodist Church, Garfield Road, Ryde PO33 2PT Guest Artiste: WILL KENT Accompanied by Tressa Lambert Free entry with a retiring collection. Raffle proceeds will go towards supporting the Museum of Ryde. About the Choir: The Newchurch Male Voice Choir is renowned for its rich harmonies and dynamic performances. With a repertoire that spans classical pieces to contemporary favorites, the choir has been delighting audiences across the Isle of Wight for years.

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Ghosts of Ryde Exhibition 2024

Join us this Halloween season at the mysterious underground Museum of Ryde for our spooktacular “Ghosts of Ryde Exhibition and Halloween Treasure Hunt”! 🎃 22nd – 31st October 2024 📍 Underground Museum, Royal Victoria Arcade Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LQ Discover the haunting history of Ryde while little ones enjoy our special Halloween treasure hunt and festive colouring activities. Perfect for families looking for some spooky half-term fun! ⏰ Opening Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am – 4pm (Last entry 3:15pm) 💷 Admission: Adults: £5 Ages 8-16: £1 Under 8s: FREE

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Talk by Alec Penstone – Returns for D-Day: My Part in the Landings and Other Stories @ Yelf’s Hotel

📢 Historic Ryde Society Presents: “Returns for D-Day: My Part in the Landings and Other Stories” Join us for an engaging evening with Alec Penstone as he shares his remarkable experiences and insights. This captivating talk will take place on February 22nd at Yelf’s Hotel, located on Union Street in Ryde. The doors will open at 7:00 pm, and the talk will commence at 7:30 pm. Event Details: Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into history and hear firsthand accounts from a true eyewitness of D-Day. Everyone is welcome! For more information, visit the Historic Ryde Society website or contact us directly. See you there! 🎙️🌟

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