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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.

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.

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.

26, September 2018·2 min read

Ryde Arena: Islanders urged to join hands in fight ice rink

The Community Action Group fighting to save the ice rink at Ryde Arena wants as many people as possible to join their 'Link Around the Rink' event on Saturday 6th October.

Exploring Inside Ryde Arena Ice Rink - Isle of Wight

19, February 2018·1 min read

Ryde Arena: Watch video exploring inside the abandoned Ice Rink

We all see the Ryde Arena - It's so massive it's hard to miss - but what's it like inside now? Watch this video shot by the adventurers who have been inside. OnTheWight also chats to them asking, "Can it be saved?"

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.

21, December 2018·2 min read

Ryde Ice Rink: Isle of Wight council take leaseholder AEW to court (updated)

The news was confirmed by the Director of Regeneration whilst talking about regeneration plans in the pipeline. Details within.

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.

21, February 2015·1 min read

Save our Ice Rink campaigners to host rally on Sunday

Supporters are encouraged to make banners and placards and head to Ryde Arena on Sunday from 3pm for a rally to raise awareness and support for the ice rink that is under threat of closure.

Bob Seely in parliament on planning bill

19, May 2021·1 min read

Speculative greenfield development ‘bad for our community’: MP speaks out on planning bill

As well as speaking out about the likes of AEW and Ryde Arena, Bob Seely said building homes for second-home owners "is bad for our community and dreadful for our visitor economy"

Jess Curtis, Jess Gruber, Eloise Hayward, Tegan Evans, Carmen Menzies - all members of Solent Skating Club

9, October 2023·3 min read

Unveiled: Ryde Community Development Trust’s continuous support for aspiring skaters

Ryde Community Development Trust fosters skating talent, providing crucial support amidst hopes for a new rink

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