Local Ryde
Do you live and work in the Ryde area? then this section is for you. I Love Ryde will be running up to the moment information articles in conjunction with both the Ryde Town Council and Ryde Business Association, as well as posting what's on reminders.
Last minute reminders
DON'T FORGET WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK AND OTHER NEWs
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A HAPPIER, HEALTHIER NEW YEAR FOR ISLAND PEOPLE
The Island Health and Wellbeing Network is holding its first awareness event, ‘New Year, New You’ on Saturday, January 23rd , to encourage Island people to make a healthy new year resolution – to consider healthier lifestyle choices and complementary therapies and pamper themselves out of the post Christmas blues.
The “New Year, New You” event being held at the Riverside Centre, Newport, between 1pm and 4pm, is free to the general public and will include lots of demonstrations, information, displays and product samples so that local people can find out more about how complementary therapies and a healthy lifestyle can help them.
The Health and Wellbeing Network, the first of its kind in the UK and established earlier this year, has a membership of therapists, practitioners and local service providers all committed to complementary therapies and healthy lifestyle products as a means of improving the Island’s health. Co-ordinated by Nova Lifestyles, the locally based company spearheading health and wellbeing issues on the Island, the New Year, New You event aims to be the first of many to be held throughout 2010.
Director of Nova Lifestyles, Sara Mousley believes that there couldn’t be a better time of year to promote lifestyle changes. “We know many people take the opportunity of the new year to make personal resolutions and we’re hoping this event will give them access to complementary therapies and information about health products that can improve their overall health and sense of well being – to come along to this event could be the best resolution they ever make!”
From aromatherapy, chiropractic, reiki, massage and nutrition to organic skin care products, the New Year, New Year event will also give people the chance to sample therapies and products and find out how different therapies can be used to address different kinds of health issues. “Feeling good about yourself, feeling fit and feeling healthy are the cornerstones of life” said Sara Mousley “and can help people realise their true potential – entrance on the day is free so there’s nothing to stop people taking this first step towards a healthier and more fulfilling lifestyle”.
Further information about the ‘New Year, New You’ event can be accessed in the latest edition of the Island Health and Wellbeing Directory or by visiting the website at www.novalifestyles.co.uk.
For further information please contact Sara Mousley, Director of Nova Lifestyles Tel: 07773 014438 or e mail sara@novalifestyles.co.uk
Ryde Welcomes it's new Town Crier
Ryde now has it's very own Town Crier who make his first announcement this afternoon at the New Town Square outside of Somerfield and also in St.Thomas' Square. He is supported by Ryde Town Council and will be making regular announcements about good news and events in Ryde. His first event announcement was to let the town know about the opening of McCalls in the old Woolworths store on Saturday at 10.00 hrs.
Combined community efforts to reduce anti-social behaviour in Ryde, Isle of Wight
Police are calling on the community in Ryde to continue supporting combined efforts towards ensuring the town remains a place where people feel safe.
Officers from Ryde’s Safer Neighbourhoods Teams (SNTs) the Isle of Wight Roads Policing Unit (RPU), and Isle of Wight CID, responded to reports of nuisance vehicles and alcohol related disorder during July and August.
Tackling anti-social behaviour is Hampshire Constabulary’s top priority this summer.
Officers on high visibility uniform and covert plain clothes patrols were involved in a co-ordinated series of actions in Ryde, codenamed Operation Inferno:
- Motorists were issued with section 59 warnings under the Police Reform Act 2002 for vehicle nuisance. These vehicles, which included cars and mopeds, can be seized by police if they are involved in similar offences again.
- Section 30 of the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003 was used to remove a man from Ryde after he was involved in vehicle wheel spinning. He was banned from entering Ryde for a set time period.
- Other motorists received warnings for speeding and loud car stereos.
- Groups of people reported for rowdy or drunken behaviour were moved on from Ryde Esplanade and Simeon Street Recreation Ground. Some faced arrest.
- Searches led to alcohol and cannabis being seized from people involved in anti-social behaviour.
Sergeant Steve Goodier of the Ryde Town Safer Neighbourhoods Team said: “This operation disrupted anti-social behaviour, which is our top priority to tackle this summer, and prevented the potential for more serious crime. Figures show there were 100 fewer crimes in Ryde Town between April and September compared to the same period in 2008. However, we are never complacent and it is vital we continue our close co-operation with the community to demonstrate Ryde is a place where people can feel safe.”
Sergeant Goodier added: "We are grateful for the work of the island’s new Street Pastors who are now patrol on Friday nights. These church volunteers are independent of the police, but their presence makes a difference as they are able to assist in many situations where people are vulnerable to possible crime and disorder."
Barry Abraham, Isle of Wight Council Cabinet member responsible for Community Safety said: “A mobile CCTV camera has been put up along North Walk by the council to combat anti-social behaviour. We advertise that the camera is there, and this has proved to be a very effective tool in reducing the numbers of anti-social issues in the area.
“Isle of Wight Council Environment and Neighbourhood Officers have also been out supporting joint high visibility patrols with the police to assist with Operation Inferno. We are very pleased to see the joint work of the council and its partners is helping to reduce the number of reported crimes when compared to last year.
“This success is the result of the effective partnership working under the Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership (CDRP), which brings together many local agencies such as police, council, NHS, community and voluntary sector groups and many others.”
Isle of Wight Councillor for Ryde North East, Wayne Whittle, said: “Sergeant Steve Goodier, Isle of Wight Council’s Danny Neale and I worked together to get the Polecat CCTV camera installed for the summer season, and it has worked. I congratulate the Police on their hard work and achieved results, and hope we can keep the CCTV along North Walk for as long as possible and continue to patrol this area. This is the key to keeping anti-social behaviour, speeding and dangerous driving out of Ryde. I know the Ryde Town Council support this scheme on behalf of many residents who have attended meetings raising their concerns.”
Mr Christopher D’Arcy Ryan, of Appley Rise, Ryde, Isle of Wight said: “I’m grateful this matter has been addressed. The police’s action has been successful, and I believe the Council’s CCTV camera helped as it was a deterrent. The past few weeks on North Walk have been mainly free of disruption, improving the quality of life and sleep for local residents.”
1st Isle of Wight International Film Festival announced.
Local film production group Isle of Wight Film Network members announced the establishment of the 1st Isle of Wight International Film Festival being held 22nd - 25th September 2010. Look out for special flyers at the Bestival this weekend - where you can text them film clips, which will be screened at the Film Festival next year. For further information visit www.iowiff.co.uk or e-mail them at info@iowiff.co.uk
RYDE CARNIVAL RIVALS NOTTING HILL
This August Bank Holiday (30/31 August) thousands of people will take to the streets of London for the multi-cultural Notting Hill Carnival, the second largest street festival in the world after Rio. But meanwhile, the UK’s oldest carnival parade whose rich history can be traced back to Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee of 1887, will take place in the delightful seaside town of Ryde on the Isle of Wight (19/22 August and 5 September).
Throughout the summer, Islanders stage over a dozen carnivals culminating in the last carnival of the season at the end of the summer holidays - the ultimate carnival at Ryde. A fantastic spectacle featuring over 2000 performers and dozens of colourful floats with musical influences from Rio Samba, Trinidad Street Pan as well as local Isle of Wight musicians, the event is held over 3 days giving visitors plenty of opportunity to party as they watch the parades make their dazzling journey through the town and along the seafront.
Ryde Carnival is reputed to be the oldest established carnival is England. The first true event was held in 1888 but the real origins extend a year further back to Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee of 1887. These days, while still maintaining a distinct Island character, the flamboyantly dressed dancers, creative carnival floats and giant costumed characters are more akin to Rio than Ryde.
There are three parades to choose from but the Illuminated Carnival is the most spectacular:
Children’s Carnival - Wednesday 19 August
Main Carnival – Saturday 22 August
Illuminated Carnival - Saturday 5 September
For start times and procession routes please visit www.rydecarnival.co.uk
In recent years, the Isle of Wight has developed strong ties with Notting Hill Carnival with many of the organisers visiting after the Bank Holiday either to spectate or take part in Ryde Carnival bringing their vibrancy and colour to an Island reminiscent of Notting Hill’s Caribbean carnival roots.
The Isle of Wight is extremely proud of its carnival heritage and was the first county in the UK to set up a Carnival Learning Centre dedicated to enhance Ryde and other Isle of Wight carnivals by bringing a distinctive new flavour to the existing carnival traditions.
Creative courses at the Isle of Wight Council-managed centre include learning how to make the flamboyant costumes, masks and headgear for the huge floats and parades. Visitors can get involved in a wide range of one-off taster sessions and weekend workshops. Check the website www.thecarnivallearningcentre.org for latest information and prices.
It’s simple to get to the Isle of Wight, there are up to 350 ferry crossings a day from Portsmouth, Southampton, Lymington and Southsea. Once you’re there it’s easy to get around, ferry routes connect directly with the Island’s road, rail and coach links.
For details on how to get to the Isle of Wight, where to stay and what to see and do, visit www.islandbreaks.co.uk or telephone 01983 813813.
We would like to thank Sue Emmerson Communications at Isle of Wight Council for permission to use this article.
Bestival Supports Ryde Carnival for 2nd time.
Bestival is again proud to sponsor and work in conjunction with Ryde Carnival (for the second year running). As always, big hearty congratulations to the organising team for all their efforts....
Both these ace Island events are concerned with people having the most fun possible whilst at least partly clothed and dressing in some of the most outlandish costumes imaginable! and are now considered true highlights in the Isle of Wight summer calendar.
Bestival 2009 sold-out in record time and promises to be the biggest and best weekend of fun yet - 40,000 lucy ticket-holders will be rockin' Robin Hill this September as they savour out of this world headliners Massive Attack, Kraftwerk and Murcury-Music Prize winners Elbow, in addition to 300+ other top acts such as Lily Allen, La Roux, Fleet Foxes, Seasick Steve, 2 Many DJs and Carl Cox. And don't forget that our fancy dress theme this year is Outer Space, so get those costumes at the ready, set phasers to stun and prepare for lift-off!
Historic Project for 2011
To all interested parties,
Friday, July 1st, 2011, will mark the 175th anniversary of the opening of the Royal Victoria Arcade in Union Street, Ryde. This weekend will also see the closing ceremony of the World Island Games, hosted that year by the Isle of Wight.
This presents a wonderful opportunity to stage a three day event - Royal Victorian Ryde - from 1st to 3rd July, 2011, in and around Ryde. We plan to involve local schools, theatre groups, musical groups, street entertainers - anyone interested in enlivening Ryde! Would you be interested in participating in a Victorian Music Hall? Would you like to come and see some open air cinema in Ryde? Would you like to come and browse the stalls at a Victorian Antique Fair? Fancy finding out what the shops in Ryde used to sell? (Everything from 9 foot high agate ewers to Fresh Turtle Soup - and that was only in the arcade!) Would you like to have you and your family photographed in Victorian costume?
We'd like to invite anyone and everyone who wishes to become involved in this exciting project to contact us before September 8th.
Thank you very much.
Diana Wood
14-16 George Street,
RYDE PO33 2EW
tel. 01983 617110
e-mail : Diana@seaward.fslife.co.uk