Royal visits to Ryde in the 1860s
Observer September 22 1860 – French ex-Royal Family visits Ryde
Observer January 9 1864 – The King of the Belgians comes to Ryde added 13.7.10
Observer July 30 1864 – Visit of the Queen to Ryde
Observer February 20 1869 – Queen admires Isle of Wight lace pockets