Isle of Wight seafront roadworks in Ryde mean diversions

Starting from this evening, 'essential manhole maintenance' is taking place on Ryde Esplanade.

During this period, buses and taxis will operate from Union Street and parking is suspended along the lower half of the road.

We'll be undertaking essential manhole maintenance works on Ryde Esplanade tonight between 8pm and 5am. Buses and taxis will operate from Union Street during this period and local traffic diversions will also be in place. Pier remains accessible via short diversion. @iwight

— Island Roads (@IslandRoads) May 29, 2024

Traffic coming from Union Street will not be able to travel along the esplanade towards Dover Street, but access to the pier will be maintained.

Parking suspension signs on Union Street. (Image: Christopher Jackson)

St Thomas's Street will also be made one-way. Traffic coming off the pier will have to turn right and head up St Thomas's Street.

Works are being carried out between 8pm and 5am.