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Smallbrook Ice and Leisure Centre

The Smallbrook Ice and Leisure Centre (SILC) project aims to build a leisure centre and indoor ice rink on a site next to Smallbrook Stadium.

In December 2019 the planning application was approved by the Isle of Wight council.

Below are articles relating to the project.

artist impression of the new silc in Ryde

18, July 2019·2 min read

Fundraising weekend planned for new Ice and Leisure Centre

This inspiring and exciting new facility could be built and in use within 12 months say the applicants. A fundraising weekend is planned to coincide with the planning officer's decision.

30, July 2019·2 min read

Sport England object to plans for Ryde ice rink and leisure centre (updated)

Sport England oppose the proposal saying there is "little evidence is provided demonstrating the need for the new facilities".

8, August 2019·1 min read

Plans for new ice rink and leisure centre criticised over ‘lack of detail’

Although the application has received 225 letters of support, objections from the likes of Sport England, Island Roads, Ryde Town Council and Southern Vectis are starting to emerge, with many of them citing a lack of detail in the application.

18, December 2019·2 min read

Jubilation as plans for new Isle of Wight ice rink and leisure centre approved

The applicants now have to win over Sport England who objected to the use to the land

27, January 2020·3 min read

Smallbrook Ice and Leisure Centre: Decision by Secretary of State over call-in revealed

Because of an outstanding objection – the application was referred to the Secretary of State, to consider whether to call it in for his own determination

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