The Esplanade transport hub will be reorganised to provide more landscaped pedestrian space, reflecting on responses received at a public consultation last year.

This change will allow buses to leave directly to George Street, rather than turning at the Dover Street roundabout.

The Isle of Wight Council says the scheme will cost £10 million, primarily funded by a government grant.

Artist's impression of the completed Ryde Transport Interchange .Photo courtesy of Isle of Wight Council.

What changes will be made at Ryde Esplanade Interchange?

• A new cycle route and walkway through the Esplanade.
• More signpost links between Ladies Walk to Puckpool.
• A boardwalk built on the tramway pier by Wightlink, scheduled to start later in spring.
• Refurbishment of the Esplanade Station, providing a direct connection from the concourse to the boardwalk, accessible public toilets and expanded retail and cafe units.
• The old toilet block and cafe will be demolished, and temporary toilets provided within Western Gardens until new facilities are installed as part of the station refurbishment.
• A new footway cycle route improvements between the Hovertravel footbridge and Dover Street, including improved pedestrian crossing facilities at the Dover Street/Esplanade Junctions, starting Monday, April 4.

​To help minimise disruption, the works will be delivered in several phases over a year and will take into account events including the Isle of Wight Festival, Tour of Britain, Ryde Carnival and the scooter rally.

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Buses will be able to leave Ryde Station directly onto George Street, rather than turning at the Dover Street roundabout.

An Isle of Wight Council spokesperson said: “The first phase should be completed by the end of July, with little impact on pedestrians or vehicles using the area.”

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A temporary work site compound will be set up at the existing coach park area opposite the old ice rink, with coaches advised to use the coach park next to Ryde Superbowl.

The Esplanade transport hub will be reorganised to provide more landscaped pedestrian space.

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Cllr Phil Jordan, Cabinet member for transport and infrastructure, said: “It has taken a while to prepare for this project.

"After extensive consultation with the public and businesses, I am delighted we are about to begin work on a scheme that will deliver a much-improved public space and welcoming transport interchange for all users."

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