A free family event returns to Ryde this weekend, while the International Scooter Rally is in full swing.

From midday until the evening, on August 28 and 29, Eastern Gardens hosts Ticket to Ryde.

The Baggywrinkles Blues Band, The Mix, The Optimists, The Resisters, Simon Ledger and up and coming Island acts will be on stage.

There will be a real ale bar (courtesy of Island Ales) and hot food, including a pizza oven.

Isle of Wight waffles and ice cream, a local caricature artist and a range of children’s activities (courtesy of the Arty Crafty Party Shop) will also be on hand.

Organised by the team behind Jack Up The Summer festival, it is being held in aid of Beaulieu Respite and Children’s Home - the festival's nominated charity of the year.

Ryde already promises to be busy, thanks to the return of the International Scooter Rally, which includes the popular rideout from the town tomorrow (Sunday) at 1pm.

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