Destination Ryde
IT spawned one of The Beatles’ most famous number one songs. According to Paul Mc- Cartney the seaside town was the inspiration behind 1965 track ‘Ticket to Ride’.
Macca claimed holibags with John Lennon and their families on the Island spurred them to pen the tune. And it’s easy to see why two of the world’s greatest music makers fell in love with Ryde.
The little hillside town devel- oped in the Victorian tourism boom and quickly became a gateway to the Isle.
The Opening Ceremony for the Island Games. Held at Ryde this year. Picture by Lucy Boynton
BOUCHIC
Ranks of elegant Georgian and Victorian villas climb up from the sweeping golden sands and esplanade.
SUGAR & SPICE
Before Ryde Pier opened in 1814, passengers had to be carried ashore on the backs of porters.
Now a recycled London Un- derground train takes visitors along the pier - the oldest in Britain - and into town.
Don’t expect to find a typical high street in the bustling, period centre.
Weaved through the town are eclectic boutiques, independ- ent businesses, curio stoes, trendy bistros and cocktails bars.
If you’re looking to find some- thing just that little bit differ- ent take a walk with us as we go browsing.
by Alan Carson MIA
This charming boutique promises style and glamour - coupled with a warm and friendly service. Barbra O’Keefe opened Bouchic in November 2006.
Her pretty shop sells an eclectic mix - from gorgeous home furnishings to beautiful ladies clothing, handbags and accessories. Bouchic stocks everything from day wear to evening and party wear - with many pieces boasting a strong vintage feel.
Skin care, make-up, wonderful wedding pressies and decorative gifts also grace shelves. Luxury candles and mirrors prove popular as does the cute babywear and Moomin products.
Bouchic, 2A Melville Street, Ryde PO33 2AE. Tel: 01983 614587.
For further info goto:
www.bouchic.co.uk Advertising: Call (01983) 861 007 July / August 2011 37
Go undie-cover and discover the finest lingerie at this gorgeous independant.
Sugar and Spice sells quality brands including Triumph, Fantasie, Freya,
Panache and Charnos. They come in the very latest designs and hottest colours.
The shop also stocks beautiful sets for the blushing bride. Other must haves are adorable nightwear and gowns plus the latest stunning swimwear designs.
Sugar and Spice, 60 Union Street, Ryde PO33 2LG
Tel: 01983 614293
Discerning fashionistas should head to this stunning women’s boutique. Run by fashion consultant Maria Guy, this is the place to find the latest trends.
As well as exclusive brands, great style advice is also always available. Mia aims to make shopping personal and pleasurable again.
Take your time browsing the collections of key trends in beautiful fabrics and textures.
Then leave knowing you have bought something truly individual.
Mia, 63 Union Street, Ryde PO33 2LG. Tel: 01983 810581.
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