See Ryde Social Heritage Groups‘ new exhibition on Telephone, Post & Communication, in Ryde Library from 15 May 2018.
Members of RSHG visited Ryde Fire Station and enjoyed a very interesting tour of the station and an informative talk by Damon Corr.
An enjoyable meeting, which included an interesting presentation by Nick Minns on Island postcards, was held for members at the George St Centre, Ryde, last Saturday.
In March, our busy research team added 38 biographical records to names on the website, including that of Mr George Grinder.
Members of Ryde Social Heritage Group enjoy being out and about in the community supporting local events.
The Isle of Wight Observer ran a column entitled 'Pictorial Humour' which, during the dark days of the First World War, must have brought smiles to people's faces.
Travelling back in time to the 1860s audiences were introduced to Mrs. Young of Appley Towers and Lady Clifford of Westfield.