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Ryde Arts

Ryde Arts Festival grew from the SEEDA funded Ryde Development Trust in 2001.

One of the Trusts aims was to stimulate the regeneration of the town through the arts. The Festival returned each year, bringing more live music, theatre, art and more to the town for Islanders’ enjoyment.

It is now a year-round programme supported by Arts Council, Historic England and Heritage Lottery Fund.

Below are some of the articles by OnTheWight featuring Ryde Arts.

27, June 2016·3 min read

Voices of the Isle of Wight open Ryde Arts Festival

Singers with the Voices of the Isle of Wight choir put on a great performance on Friday evening for the opening event of the Ryde Arts Festival. Read on to see impression they left on Jonathan Dodd.

29, June 2013·1 min read

Ryde Arts Festival: A week of creative events

There's plenty to see and do during Ryde Arts Festival week. It's a great showcase for Isle of Wight artists, musicians and writers.

30, November 2011·1 min read

Ryde Arts Festival Garland Day: Free Activities For All

Free activities on Saturday at St Thomas' Heritage Centre in Ryde, wreath and garland making, carol singers, refreshments and children's activities.

28, June 2018·1 min read

All welcome as Ryde Arts launches this weekend

Over the coming months there are a whole host of events under the Ryde Arts banner taking place in this gorgeous Georgian town. The official launch takes place on Saturday morning to live harp music and the culmination of many art workshops.

24, January 2021·4 min read

Profile: Abi Wheeler, Creative Director of Ryde Arts

Taking to the helm in late 2019, Isle of Wight artist Abi Wheeler sets out her vision for the future of Ryde Arts and the importance of collaboration during such a disorientating time

28, June 2013·1 min read

Catch Acoustic Originals at Ryde Arts Festival

Acoustic Originals goes on tour next week, heading East for the Ryde Arts Festival.

2, July 2010·1 min read

The Weekend Starts Here

As usual loads to do this weekend, starting today!

9, June 2016·3 min read

Ryde Arts Festival 2016: Ten days of art, poetry, music and much more

The 2016 Ryde Arts Festival (23rd June to 3rd July) promises ten days of wonderful art, live music, poetry, comedy, puppetry and much, much more. Make sure you check out what's on with our handy guide.

16, July 2019·1 min read

Ryde Arts returns with an annual programme showcasing creative activities and events

Over the summer and into the autumn, as part of Ryde Arts, you’ll be able to enjoy unique music events, art installations, theatre and poetry, as well as workshops, carnivals, films and more.

ryde arts festival printmaking by julian winslow

12, November 2019·1 min read

Ryde Arts secures funding for Spirit of Place 2020 project

This exciting new project will involve residents of all ages. Find out how you can get involved in Ryde Arts' Spirit of Place project in 2020

8, July 2018·2 min read

All welcome to Open Studio 2018 with Isle of Wight artists Carol Ann and Guy Eades

Meet artists, Carol Ann and Guy Eades, who'll be opening their studio on 14th-15th July and 21st–22nd July. Carol Ann will also open on weekdays between 15th-20th July between 10am – 5pm each day.

9, July 2009·1 min read

Homegrown Exhibition

Lauren Fry has pulled together a great selection of artists for the Homegrown Exhibition taking place in Ryde next week.

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