Ryde Pier
Ryde Pier has changed since the last time we visit (before the pandemic).
The old pier tramway now provides a dedicated footway for anyone using the pier, allowing pedestrians to stay separated from cars and bicycles. Shelters and seats have been built along the new walkway, offering beautiful views out across the Solent.
The tramway – which sits between the roadway and train line – was built in 1864 for horse-drawn trams to take ferry passengers to the Esplanade. Later, steam, electric and diesel-powered trams were used but it was closed in 1969.
As part of the improvements, the surface steelwork were replaced but the cast-iron piles underneath are in good condition and have been kept. The new pedestrian footway opened spring 2023.
Ryde Pier
Ryde Pier has changed since the last time we visit (before the pandemic).
The old pier tramway now provides a dedicated footway for anyone using the pier, allowing pedestrians to stay separated from cars and bicycles. Shelters and seats have been built along the new walkway, offering beautiful views out across the Solent.
The tramway – which sits between the roadway and train line – was built in 1864 for horse-drawn trams to take ferry passengers to the Esplanade. Later, steam, electric and diesel-powered trams were used but it was closed in 1969.
As part of the improvements, the surface steelwork were replaced but the cast-iron piles underneath are in good condition and have been kept. The new pedestrian footway opened spring 2023.