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Order your Isle of Rydesgate craftpack and help fill the model high street with your ideas for the future of Ryde's historic town centre
Department
The vision for Department is to turn the former Elizabeth Packs department store into a four-storey creative hub in the heart of Ryde.
The £2m Arts Council England funded project is being led by Shademakers UK.
Below are articles featuring Department.
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News OnTheWight had the first sneaky peek inside the former Packs building in Ryde. Here are 30+ photos giving you a chance to have a look around the old building and learn what it’s going to be transformed into. It’s pretty exciting
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The Isle of Wight was recently named as a priority area for Arts Council England investment and this £2m+ grant for the Department project clearly illustrates their commitment to the Island
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Get inspired by the life of this fascinating woman on lived in a wood hut on stilts on Ventnor beach for 40 years
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The Horse Box Theatre Company's bold new gig-theatre production of Frankenstein promises a fresh, exciting take on what is widely considered to be a landmark work of romantic, gothic and science fiction literature
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Department is a new arts and culture space in Ryde, offering free Art&Design workshops for 13-16 year-olds in partnership with National Saturday Club
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Horse Box Theatre presents Ryde Boy, a new gig-theatre play by Joe Plumb, exploring the complexities of grief and identity among a group of lads who reunite on the anniversary of their friend's suicide
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If you missed out on tickets for Ryde Boy last month, there will be another chance to see this superb gig-theatre play in August
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Stitch Department hosts a captivating Fashion Revolution Week event, featuring guest speakers, preloved clothing, and workshops. Secure your place today
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Former Isle of Wight department store to undergo £2 million transformation into vibrant cultural venue
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Emotive Broadway musical brings Manhattan romance to Ryde's Department
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Join Ryde's Stitch Department for free sewing classes promoting sustainability and reducing living costs ... not to mention boosting your creativity
