Alan Clarke, grandson of Andrew Midlane, contacted us recently and was happy to share some of his memories of visiting Ryde in the 1940s and 50s.
Wishing all Members, Home and Abroad, a Very Happy and Peaceful New Year, from the Committee of the Ryde Social Heritage Group.
In December our busy research team added 21 biographical records to names on the website, including that of Mr George William Colenutt.
On Thursday 7th December 2017 Ryde Social Heritage Group held a Christmas Drop-in event at the Ryde Heritage and Learning Centre.
You are invited to come and join us at our January meeting, catch up with the latest news from the group, and enjoy a talk by our President, Richard Smout, Heritage Manager, called “Hidden Heroes of Ryde.”
What a variety of Christmas gifts there were in1899. From a Pompadour jewel case or a skunk fur necklet to scent and handkerchiefs. News also of gifts from Councillor Whittaker and the Queen.
At the Isle of Wight Crematorium, the Lights of Love service will begin at 7pm on the 8th December, conducted by Canon Reverend Graham Morris. A time to remember loved ones.
We would like to invite members, friends, and all who are able to spare a while to come along, to join us for our Christmas drop-in on Thursday 7 December 2017 from 11am till 2pm. at the Ryde Cemetery Heritage & Learning Centre.
