Ryde Social Heritage Group research the social history of the citizens of Ryde, Isle of Wight. Documenting their lives, businesses and burial transcriptions.
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A Service of Remembrance will take place in the Ryde Cemetery Chapel on Thursday 7 November at 6.30pm.


All you need is half a pint of water in a glass, drop in a leech and tie a piece of muslin over the top.


The Old Wesleyan Chapel, Nelson Street. It was built in 1842 at a cost of £1,500.


All are welcome to come to our AGM on Saturday 12 October 2019, 10:30 am at the George Street Centre Ryde. It’s free for RSHG members and £2 for visitors.


In August,  our busy research team added 30 biographical records to names on the website, including that of Vice-Admiral Sir William Augustus Montagu, who had an impressive naval career.


A young couple met at the Brighton Deaf School and were later married at St. John's Church, Ryde.


We were blessed with fine dry weather for the insect walk, led by Richard Smout.  around 18 people took part. Richard explained that ‘insects’ was a vast topic and that within the various species could be hundreds of sub species.


It has been a real pleasure to have been part of “The Party on the Green” this year.


Join us, and Richard Smout for a leisurely walk around Ryde Cemetery on Tuesday 13 August. There are many species of Insects  for you to see, which he will help you to identify.