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Thank you for picking up a copy of your local community magazine which is filled with news, information, features and much more. There will be no mention of the weather this month, as I really can’t find any suitable words to describe it... I’m simply throwing open the curtains each day and just dealing with whatever season it is! The next couple of months are set to be really exciting as July kicks off carnival season and who doesn’t like a good carnival! There are 18 carnival events happening across the island in July and August with a mixture of children’s, main and illuminated. I think we can safely say there will be something for everyone. On page 7 you will find a handy list of locations, dates and times to cut out and keep so you don’t miss out. On a more serious note we have got together with Andy Hollebon of the Organ Donation Committee, Isle of Wight NHS Trust to bring awareness about the changes happening to organ donation next year and the importance of discussing your wishes with your family. You will find this feature on page 14. I hope you all have a great July and I look forward to catching up with you again soon.
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News Report from Cllr Wayne Whittle. Tel 07792 670771 Twitter @RydeAbide E wayne.whittle@iow.gov.uk I was pleased to support Ryde Town Council’s election of new Mayor, deputy Mayor, Finance Chairman, deputy and Planning Chairman and Deputy. The Town Council will hopefully now have a more outward focused and positive lease of life and will be working hard to attract government funding streams that any Primary Retail Town and premier Gateway deserves, it’s high time we gave Newport some competition in bid writing (as Ryde used to). Unlike Newport, Ryde already has a pedestrianised High Street and any funding that can provide capital for a better public realm must be sought and applied for. I’ve personally always had an ambition to cover the pedestrianised part of the High Street with an open ended ornate glass or tented self supporting roof running from the Edinburgh Wool Mill up to the Star pub, covering Victoria Square (could have indoor market) and the pedestrian part of John Street. Something like this could anchor the Town as an indoor all weather shopping area that could compete with Tesco and other Island supermarkets on rainy days. Many government bids, like the Heritage High Street fund call for innovative ambitious bids and this type of project could perhaps fit the bill. Ryde being the “Town on the Beach” also needs to connect it’s gateway better to Town and Beach via better pedestrian friendly green corridors, walkways and signage. 4
Our car parks need real time parking space availability signs that direct visitors and residents to the nearest car park with available space before they have already driven through and exited Ryde. As one of the most historically interesting Towns on the Island with our beautiful ornate Georgian/Victorian buildings lining Union Street, the Esplanade and beyond is why we need to make sure RTC put in a strong bid for the “Heritage High Street Fund” this year, so it can gain much needed funding to preserve it’s buildings and Town and seafront offer. A “Ryde Place Plan” could help us attract funding in the same way the “Newport Place plan” has for Newport, so something our new members of RTC should consider. The Waterside trust have had the tower for the “Big soaker” tilt Bucket installed in the splash park but have now discovered the water pump is broken and needs replacing, the plant equipment for the splash park is very old and needs updating, hope they can get it working soon as one day, hopefully, these cold winds will stop and our lovely summer will finally begin. It’s good to see Ryde Lifeguards are back patrolling our beaches for the coming season and our beaches are getting raked and preened again. Mark Downer (head of parking services) attended our local Ryde North East Action Group meeting and discussed the criteria necessary to obtain resident and limited time waiting zones. continued over the page
News Report from Cllr Wayne Whittle continued During the discussion he informed the meeting that a local survey in Ryde North East will begin the first week in June and continue for 6 weeks to investigate vehicle movements and off street parking numbers compared to on street. Once the survey is completed he will be bringing the findings back to the RENAG meeting in September to present to local residents (please note our flood group meeting starts at 5pm and then run into our local action group meeting depending on what time the flood group business is completed) will provide the date in a future report.
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News Report from Councillor Charles Chapman for Ryde South Email:- Charles.Chapman@iow.gov.uk | Mobile number 07970 009608 Well, we have had a few nice sunny days! One of which, I was really pleased about, was on the opening of the ‘Arc Woodland Celebration Safari’. There was so much going on, of which I have included a picture, and shows what is freely available at the Arc Playground. It is situated in Slade Road, Oakfield, and is open all the year round, 365 days a week. Over £100,000 plus investment has been made into this site, which includes new swings, climbing frames, information tablets, picnic benches, a basketball pitch and a brilliant skate park. The ‘Arc Playpark’ looks to be wheelchair and pram friendly with plenty of seats for carers and parents to enjoy what is going on as well as joining in the many activities. The area is monitored
with CCTV which includes ‘Night Vision’ for extra safety, thus reassuring both parents and vulnerable people of the extra security. It is open for all residents of the Isle of Wight, and to kick this off we have a schools programme for local children, which through planned/available handson-activities in the Arc will increase their awareness of the natural habitat and hopefully their love of nature. I think now that it is accepted that caring for the environment starts very young. For me, personally, I have been working with both schools and youth groups, for over 30 years, to encourage a greater awareness and participation in looking after our environment. It was one way, by being a local councillor, that I could actively encourage, particularly schools and therefore young people in conservation work. As you know, local council budgets have been slashed by central government, so the input by Vectis and Sovereign Housing has been both astonishing and welcome. An enormous thank you to them and their team, who have tirelessly put this project together. For numerous free events throughout the summer, check out local websites including ‘Down to the Coast’ for activities in your area. continued over the page
News Report from Councillor Charles Chapman continued The Royal British Legion had a fund raising event on Saturday 25th May at which I was privileged, as President of the Ryde Branch, to address the Lord Lieutenant Mrs. Susie Sheldon and High Sheriff, Mr. Geoff Underwood. We also welcomed dignities from the Isle of Wight Council and the Mayor of Ryde. We raised over £300 for the Poppy Appeal. This event could not have happened without all those unnamed volunteers and the Royal British Legion Standard Bearers. I cannot thank these people enough as they come out in all weathers, different times of the year, different days of the week and unstintingly give of their time and often their own vehicles, equipment and money. Thank you all. I know that I have had a busy month but I have still had time to ‘Walk my Ward’. Island Roads have been resurfacing several of our local roads and repairing damaged drains etc., which have all been marked. I have been looking at kerbing and footpaths as I have had several request about our policy for wheelchair and pram users and I would like to hear your thoughts? Last but not least, the Summer Planters on the sea front look amazing as usual. It’s a beautiful place to visit and walk. Don’t forget the area around the canoe lake with the children’s play park and splash pool. Walk a few metres further towards Apply Park. All these activities are free. Have an enjoyable summer and remember there are still so many lovely places on this Island to visit and enjoy, at no charge.
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News Report from Wootton Bridge Councillor Barry Abraham 07800736557 | Email:- barry.abraham@iow.gov.uk As I write my July report, commemorations have been taking place to mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day and nobody could not be touched by the memories of the veterans as recalled on the TV. Such bravery from men who at the time were little more than boys. I have always known that soldiers were stationed in New Copse, Wootton and part of our old farm house (Kite Hill House) had been partly requisitioned for army officers accommodation but it has only been in recent years that I realised that this was for the D-Day preparations. I asked my mother who was 8 years old at the time and growing up on the farm, what her memories were and she can vividly remember seeing the soldiers in New Copse and how friendly they were and would call at the farm for milk. On one occasion when my grandfather’s Fordson Standard tractor ran out of fuel, the soldiers came out to help get it started with some fuel and afterwards my grandfather said “I do not know what it was but the tractor purred like a kitten”. Sadly with D-Day happening, New Copse was empty. Local people came to see what had been left behind. Mums memory is seeing shaving mirrors hung on the trees still in place.
I arranged a meeting in Park Road to look at safety issues with residents and officers from both the IWC and Island roads. Liz the parish clerk was also in attendance. The meeting took place at the cycle track crossing point on Park Road, to highlight the safety problems of vehicles over the 6’6” width restriction using the road regularly and breaking the 40MPH speed limit. Safety issues are paramount. A resident has raised concerns about the number of cars using Rectory Drive and the speed of the cars. I regularly have residents raising this problem as it impacts Church Road, Footways, Palmers Road and Brocks Copse Road, as drivers try to bypass the High Street and Lushington Hill lights. It will be raised with the parish council at the July meeting on the 18th , 7 pm at the Old School, New Road. Last month I mentioned the lack of swallows and had seen none, I am pleased to say that they have arrived, if somewhat late and have taken up residence in the barn, hopefully they will again raise another brood.
Nothing much to report on planning issues. The Palmers Farm application is still outstanding. Residents have raised concerns about trees being cut down. I report the My grandmother always thought of the young concerns to planning and an officer always pays a visit, most times the work has already men that had left and gone to their deaths. been agreed, other times advice is given or told to stop. Tree preservation orders The millpond sluice gates have been repaired cover many of the trees around the parish and replaced by the owners and the much and advice on any works is available from cherished village view is back as it should be the planning officer at Seaclose or make an and wildlife is starting to return. appointment to speak to the parish tree Mill Square is to be resurfaced in early July, the warden at the parish office. work should only take one day and all vehicles should be removed from the road for the day. Please do not forget if you have an issue with the council, please give me a telephone call All road markings will be replaced. or email via the details above. 10
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Monday 1st July - Isle of Wight Family History Society open meeting at Hunnyhill Room, Riverside Centre, Newport. Talk entitled, “Cowes Water, Dirty and Clean” by Fred Caws. Doors open 7pm talk starts 7.30pm and last for about 45 minutes. Everyone welcome. Admission members of the Isle of Wight FHS - £1; non-members - £2 Friday 5th July – Summer Fayre at Greenmount Primary School, St Vincent’s Rd, Ryde from 3pm – 6pm. Vintage rides, bouncy castle, grand raffle, refreshments, lots of stall including lucky dip, hook a duck, soak the teacher, tombola and much more.
Sunday 14th July - Fairy Day at the Old Thatch Teashop, Church Road, Shanklin raising money for the Sophie Rolf, Kissy Puppy Charity, helping Children at their life’s end. Lots of fun & many wonderful prizes. Everyone welcome to dress as Fairies, a prize for the best dressed Fairy male or female! No entrance fee Sunday 14th July – Musical Family Fun Day at Arreton Barns, Main Road, Arreton from 12 noon Come and join us for an afternoon of music and fun raising money for Challenge & Adventure and Special Care Baby Unit. Great bands including: Wight Hot Pipes, The Ohmz, Work Shy, and Laura & Gary from Dirty LiL Secrets. Dancing from Starlight Boutique. The afternoon is free for all the family - we ask for donations to the charities. BBQ Bar stalls and funfair.
Saturday 6th July – Vectis Radio Station open Day 10am to 12 midday at the studio based at the Riverside Centre, Newport. Come and see how it all works behind the scenes, meet some of the presenters, have a cuppa and some cake. Saturday 20th July – Pride Isle of Wight from 11am – 11pm at Ryde Beach. The parade will All we ask if a minimum £1 donation to help take place from 11am – 12pm. There will be keep your community radio station running. stalls and exhibitors as well as food and drink outlets. Family friendly areas. For more Saturday 6th July - Vernon Square Summer Fayre (off Melville Street, Ryde ) from 2.00 pm - information please visit www.iwpride.org 6.00 pm. Music, a wide variety of refreshments, Children’s competition, various stalls. Entrance Saturday 20th July – Cat Tea Party at Isle of Wight Cats Protection Adoption Centre, 122 £1. Marlborough Road, Ryde from 1pm -4pm. Come along and treat yourself to cake and Sunday 7th July - Chale Open Car & Bike sandwiches (unlimited drinks). Booking Show at Chale Show Ground, Military Road essential - £6 per person. To reserve your from 10am until 4pm. Free Entry. View the American, European and English Cars and Bikes table please ring Ryde 03000 120 251 or e-mail in a friendly open environment. Bring a Picnic isleofwight@cats.org.uk along or purchase food drinks and ices from a selection of Vendors. All in all with no entry fee Sunday 21st July - Vectis Boating and Fishing Club holds its Junior Open fishing competition for Show Vehicles or Spectators alike this is a for under 16s from 13.30-17.30. Come and definite date for your Diary. enjoy hours of fishing on Ryde Pier. Some Monday 8th July – Cowes Concert Band will be tackle can be provided. Supervision essential for under 12s. More heats in August (Sun 4th performing at Binstead Methodist Church at 8pm. The 28-strong brass band has ‘music for 13.00 – 17.00 and Sun 18th 12.30 – 16.30) & all tastes’. Further information about the band September (Sun 1st 11.30 – 15.30) followed by a BBQ and prize giving. Only £2 per day. at cowesconcertband.co.uk 12
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY For details please ring Colin on 01983 811220 (daytime), 07967 330871 or email: vbfc.ryde@ gmail.com Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th July – Festival of Heroes 2019 from 11am – 5pm at Brading Roman Villa, Sandown. This year we have 50 amazing characters for you to meet and greet a full arena of shows and our undercover Kids area. We have everything from Heroes, Dinosaurs, Princesses, Storybook Characters, Transformers and more. There will be inflatables, vintage amusements, pony rides a whole host of stalls and things to do. Come and join us for the Islands biggest Character Festival and help us raise funds for Daisy Chains IW. For all the up to date info and to buy tickets go to their event page on Facebook.
Thomas Hardy for a year. We will read 8 of Hardy’s novels and short story collections. ‘Under the Greenwood Tree’ will be discussed on Wednesday 3rd July at 11am. Call into the library to pick up a list of the other titles that will be discussed. Also with this group we intend to organise a trip to visit Max Gate and the little cottage Hardy was born in. If you enjoy reading Classic books then this book group could be just for you. The group meets every six weeks at 11am. Next meeting will take place on Wednesday July 17th and we will be discussing ‘My Antonia – Willa Cather’ Come along and take part in a lively discussion! Pop into the library to pick up a list of all the books for this year or phone us on 823825
Ryde Library Health Walks – Short Walk Friday 5th July starting at 10.30 am and the Long Health Walk Friday 19th July starting at 10.30pm This event is free but numbers are Did you know Age UK – Isle of Wight offer FREE limited so please call or pop into the library. ‘IT help’ informal and friendly community based sessions? They take place on the 2nd and 4th Ryde Shady Ladies (and men!) Colouring Club Wednesday of the month at the library 10.30 Wednesday 10th and 24th July cost only £1 -12. Just drop in! Bring your phone, tablet or everything supplied including a cup of tea! Ideal laptop with you. way to make new friends we would love to see
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you. Ryde Library also hosts sessions run by Citizens Advice Tuesdays 9.30 – 3.30 and Friday 9.30 Knit & Natter Wednesday 3rd July, bring your – 3.30. No appointment needed. knitting to this friendly group . 5.30 – 7 pm. Refreshments will be provided. ‘Murder on Monday ‘. Classic Crime Book Group. Meeting date Monday 1st July we Children’s Events will be discussing ‘ THE Big Sleep by Raymond Lego Club – Tuesday 9th & 23rd July 3pm Chandler ’ meeting at Costa coffee Ryde 5.30– 4.30pm 6.30 If you would like more information please call into the library and ask for either Diane or Saturday Story Time – Every Saturday morning Jo. starting at 11am Sewing Bee Saturday 20th July 10-4. Just come along and join in everything is provided. Bring your lunch, £5 to take part. Just turn up!
Monday Rhyme Time - Every Monday starting at 10.30 am all event information was correct at time of print.
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Do your family know whether you want to be an organ donor? Have you ever talked about organ donation with them? If the answer is no, then you’re not alone; sadly, many donation opportunities are lost every year because families don’t know if their loved one wanted to be a donor. From spring 2020, all adults in England will be considered an organ donor when they die unless they had recorded a decision not to donate or are in one of the excluded groups. Even with a change in the law next year we need more people to talk about organ donation to increase the number of transplants that happen. It will be just as important in 2020 to join the Organ Donation Register and discuss your wishes with family and friends as it is now. You can record your decision to opt in or out on the Organ Donor Register. Those excluded will be people under 18, people who have lived in England for less than 12 months or who are not living here voluntarily, and people who lack the capacity to understand the change. Adults covered by the change will still have a choice whether they want to be an organ donor and which organs they would like to donate, and their families will still be involved before organ donation goes ahead. In the UK…… • Around 6,000 people There’s no time like the present to talk about it. Nationally across the UK are waiting for millions of people are on the NHS Organ Donor Register an organ transplant already but only one in every hundred will die in • Three people a day die in circumstances where they could donate, so every donor is need of a transplant due to precious. Here on the Island there are about 60,000 people a shortage of people being on the Organ Donation Register which means there are willing to donate organs around 80,000 people who are not on the register. Last year • Only one in three adults there were 8 organ donors on the Island resulting in 20 has told their partner / family patients receiving a transplant. You could help someone their organ donation decision. waiting for that vital call, by joining the NHS Organ Donor More info www. Register and by telling your family. Register now at organdonation.nhs.uk www.organdonation.nhs.uk. Staff at St. Mary’s Hospital work closely with Specialist Organ Donation Nurses from the national NHS Blood and Transplant organisation to ensure that organ donation proceeds smoothly in a way that meets the wishes of the donor and family. The Island’s Organ Donation Committee want to start a support group for everyone with an interest in organ donation – friends and family of donors, donor recipients and anyone else with a particular interest. This informal group would provide an opportunity to talk about experiences and to participate in awareness raising activities. If you would be interested in being part of the Island’s Organ Donation Support Group then please contact me by e-mailing andyhollebon@nhs.net or on 07544-555839. Andy Hollebon, Chair - Organ Donation Committee Isle of Wight NHS Trust 14
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