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Ryde Arena

Planet Ice took on the lease for Ryde Arena in February 2001. It is home to many ice hockey teams, figures skating and more.

In February 2015 Planet Ice announced the venue would be closed on 25th March. A campaign was quickly launched to save the venue.

Below are some articles relating to Ryde Arena / Planet Ice.

13, October 2016·2 min read

Link around the Rink: Hundreds show passion for Ryde ice rink (aerial photos)

Last night, hundreds of supporters of Ryde arena ice rink formed a human chain around the venue to show how important saving it is to them.

1, November 2016·1 min read

Ryde Arena: Creditors’ meeting called as company heads into liquidation

The Directors of Ryde Arena Ltd say they do not believe the company it will be able to trade again, so a creditors' meeting will be held on 17 November. If you're owed money by the company OnTheWight has the details.

11, January 2017·2 min read

Ryde Arena listed as an ‘Asset of Community Value’

The successful application means that Ryde Arena is now listed as an Asset of Community Value and can't be disposed of without giving community groups a chance to bid for it.

15, March 2017·2 min read

Ryde Arena: Group of investors being formed for possible purchase

A group of investors are being formed and within the next week it's expected a six month moratorium on the sale of Ryde Arena will be in place.

24, March 2017·1 min read

Community group trigger process to bid for Ryde Arena

Ryde Arena Community Action Group have registered a new company, Wight Ice Leisure Limited, and have said they would like to be treated as a potential bidder for the venue.

23, June 2017·1 min read

Financial boost for ice rink campaigners

Support from Ryde Town Council, Ryde Slide and JR Zone announced today by ice rink campaigners.

22, August 2017·1 min read

Ryde ice rink: AEW tell MP the kids can’t use it

There'll be wide disappointment the Ryde Ice Rink won't be coming back into use while the future of the arena is decided.

4, September 2017·1 min read

Ryde Slide proceeds and sponsorship boost for skaters

Ryde Arena skaters, hockey players and fans presented to Wight Ice Leisure the money they raised from whizzing down the Ryde Slide earlier this year.

5, September 2017·1 min read

All welcome to Ryde Arena public meeting

All are welcome to the meeting to discuss the future of the Ryde Arena. Share with those who may also be interested in attending.

20, September 2017·1 min read

Isle of Wight cllr calls for IWC action over Ryde Arena use

Cllr Whittle will be asking members to support his motion which addresses several issues with the use of the Arena.

21, September 2017·1 min read

Isle of Wight council condemns Ryde Arena management, AEW Europe

At last night's meeting the council strongly condemned actions which have led to the ‘mothballing’ of the ice skating and community facility on Ryde seafront.

25, September 2017·1 min read

Isle of Wight Council support welcomed by Ryde Arena campaigners

Members of the Ryde Arena Community Action Group are delighted and overwhelmed by the support of the Isle of Wight council, following last week's motion at full council.

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