Learn New Skills

I love Ryde is pleased to announce that we are now listing all the current courses available via the Community Learning Centre for the Spring Term 2012 visit our Courses Page for all courses available locally and across the island.

February half term fun day at Bodster's

Bodster's Equine Assisted Learning Centre fun day where learners can build self esteem, self confidence and communication and team work skills by working with the ponies on the ground ( No riding involved!!). Cost is £7.50 per learner for half a day form 10am til 12.30 and £15 per learner for a whole day form 10am to 3pm where they will need to bring a pack lunch. Funding is reduced in this way due to Short Breaks funding. please ring Jo Boddington on 07790305108 or email to joandgi@googlemail.com for further details.

Calling all Teenagers!

Do you fancy gaining a qualification in Carnival Arts? This coming half term The New Carnival Company are running a NCFE Level 1 Course for 14 - 18 year olds.

NCFE Level 1 Course Poster
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Digital Photography for Beginners - 1 Day Intensive Courses

Wight Studio Photography Training Poster

Saturday 28th January 2012
Tuesday 14th February 2012 (during half term holidays)
Thursday 16th February 2012 (during half term holidays)

Courses are being held at the Wight Studio Ryde for further information visit our Courses Page.


Support Ryde Inshore Rescue

Help support Ryde Inshore Rescue, who will be taking on the Ryde Beach Lifeguard service as well as carrying on their sea rescue work. Donate to Ryde Inshore Rescue


Safer Neighbourhoods

I love Ryde are pleased to support our local police officers in their Safer Neighbourhoods initiative More.....


Ryde is the largest town on the Isle of Wight, and is considered the Gateway to the Island. We have asked new residents to Ryde to write about their reasons for living here. If you would like to have an article published in this section please contact admin@iloveryde.com

Events diary

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House History Workshops

Thursday 16 February 2012

Ever wanted to find out the story of your house? Historic Ryde Society is offering free workshops to set you on a path of discovery.Richard Smout, IW Heritage Service Manager will lead workshops in Ryde District Heritage Centre on Thursday, February 16th and Thursday, March 8th, from 7 pm to 9 pm. Limited places available
More info: http://www.historicrydesociety.com

Brighton Youth Orchestra String Ensemble

Friday 17 February 2012

There will be a concert at All Saints' Church Ryde on Friday 17th February 2012 at 7.30pm by the Brighton Youth Orchestra String Ensemble. These talented youngsters will be performing works by Bach, Finzi and Vivaldi. Entrance is free with a retiring Collection.

House History Workshops

Thursday 08 March 2012

Ever wanted to find out the story of your house? Historic Ryde Society is offering free workshops to set you on a path of discovery.Richard Smout, IW Heritage Service Manager will lead workshops in Ryde District Heritage Centre on Thursday, February 16th and Thursday, March 8th, from 7 pm to 9 pm. Limited places available
More info: http://www.historicrydesociety.com

INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY EVENT

Saturday 10 March 2012

Sat 10 March, 10.30am to 12.30pm & 1pm to 3pm Carnival Learning Centre, Ryde. Creative Jewellery & Accessory making workshops.
More info: http://thenewcarnivalcompany.com

Diamond Fund Raising Event

Saturday 28 April 2012

Diamond Jubilee fundraising event will be: - Date - 28th April 2012 - 8 till late - A 60's night with Dave Cannon at "The Ryde Castle". Tickets £5 available for purchase from Appley Cafe, Ryde Seafront next to the Ryde Inshore Rescue building.
More info: http://www.iowdiamondjubilee.co.uk

MAY DAY JOUVAY

Sunday 06 May 2012

Sun 6 May, from midday, Yarmouth, West Wight, Street parade, performance and village green event.
More info: http://thenewcarnivalcompany.com

PROCESSION "COOL BRITTANNIA" THROUGH RYDE TOWN

Saturday 02 June 2012

2nd June 2012 - The Theme: Pomp and splendour, diamonds and pearls,vintage, 50's, Victorian, Elizabethan,the Queen's Coronation, traditional and contemporary ideas merged together. Interested parties that would like to become a part of this section of the procession please contact Brenda for an application form: Brenda Livingstone 01983 614257 - Marching bands and regimented sections: Incorporating the Islands organisations, groups and associations. - Please contact: Mike North - mnorth2@btopenworld,com. Vintage car rally please contact Mary Searle 01983 - 717105 - Ryde Historic Society please contact Liz Jones at Splash, Union St, Ryde, IOW
More info: http://www.iowdiamondjubilee.co.uk

UP & DOWN: THE KITE FESTIVAL

Saturday 16 June 2012

Sat 16 June, Culver Down, Yaverland, from 2pm Procession, displays, massed Kite Fly.
More info: http://thenewcarnivalcompany.com

RYDE ARTS PARADE 2012

Saturday 30 June 2012

Sat 30 June, from midday, Simeon St Rec, Ryde. Spectacular carnival procession through town + other entertainments.
More info: http://thenewcarnivalcompany.com

Ryde Children's Carnival 2012

Friday 10 August 2012

1.30 pm Assemble in Upper Dover Street - 2.00 pm Judging - 2.45 pm Procession moves off - Tableux should report to control point at the top of Dover Street.
More info: http://www.rydecarnival.co.uk

Ryde Main Carnival 2012

Saturday 11 August 2012

4.45 pm Assemble Esplanade & Canoe Lake - 5.15 pm Judging - 6.15 pm Procession moves off. - Tableux should report to control point at the bottom of East Hill road.
More info: http://www.rydecarnival.co.uk

Ryde Illuminated Carnival 2012

Saturday 01 September 2012

7.00 pm Assemble Esplanade & Canoe Lake - 7.30 pm Judging - 8.30 pm Procession moves off. - Tableux should report to control point at the bottom of East Hill road.
More info: http://www.rydecarnival.co.uk


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