| Isle of Wight, Ryde Pier Head
Written by Jason Rodhouse - 08 Nov 2006 |
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From the Island capital, Newport, take the A3054 to Ryde. When you get to Ryde, head for the sea-front, and you will not be able to miss the Bus station or the Ryde Esplanade railway station.
You can park in Ryde centre itself, or at Ryde Esplanade, and walk down to the end of the pier, or even catch the train! You can also park at the pier head itself for a small charge.
There are plenty of buses serving Ryde Esplanade from various locations on the island. From the UK mainland, direct links can be made with the Wightlink catamaran, and also the Hovercraft to Ryde Esplanade which can be caught at Portsmouth and Southsea.
There is a cafe at the Pier head itself. There are plenty of cafes, fast-food outlets and restaurants in Ryde itself.
There are several hotels and Bed and Breakfasts scattered around Ryde.
Southbound shots on a sunny morning can be awkward, as well as shadows from passing tall ships or large candy floss sticks!
