Got a festive jumper you no longer wear? Bring it to Ryde Library and swap it for a “new-to-you” one this Christmas season! It’s fun, eco-friendly, and a great way to refresh your holiday wardrobe.
How it works:
Bring a clean, good-condition Christmas jumper to the front desk
Swap it for another festive jumper
Donations are also welcome!
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Ryde Town Council is inviting all residents to take part in its Budget Consultation Event on Friday 12 December. It’s an opportunity to learn about the proposed 2026/27 budget and provide input on how local funds are allocated.
Event Details:Date: Friday 12 DecemberTime: Drop-in 15:30 – 18:30Location: No.11 St Thomas’ Square (Former NatWest Building)
The consultation will …
Island Residents invited to help shape New Crisis and Resilience Fund
From 1 April 2026, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will introduce a new Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF). This follows the Government Spending Review announcement in July 2025, which confirmed the end of the Household Support Fund (HSF) that has been in place …
Island shoppers will be able to park for free in Isle of Wight Council-run long-stay car parks this Saturday afternoon (6 December) as part of a campaign to support local businesses.
The Isle of Wight Council has confirmed that all its long-stay car parks will be free between 12pm and 6pm in celebration of Small Business Saturday.
Further details …
