From next week, work will begin to reconfigure Ryde Bus Station as part of the wider regeneration of Ryde Esplanade.
The changes will improve the layout of the terminal so buses can move in and out of the site more safely and efficiently. Buses will also be able to travel directly up George Street rather than having to travel along the Esplanade and double back at the Dover Street roundabout to exit the town.
This new phase will largely be contained to the bus depot itself and will not require any significant new changes to the existing temporary traffic arrangements in the area. However, from 12th September until the Spring, it will be necessary for buses to use temporary stands that will be created nearby.
This work includes the creation of more amenity space, improved pedestrian and cycle links through the Esplanade area and a new layout to the bus station. There will also be new street furniture and planting throughout the Esplanade. The work is being paid for using a government grant from the Transforming Cities Fund.
Southern Vectis Routes 4, 9 and 37 will move to the Rose Garden on the Esplanade while Routes 2, 3, 8, Island Coaster and the Downs Breezer will move to the Esplanade on the opposite side of the road.
Ryde Travel Shop will be open as usual. Further information can be found via the following link https://www.islandbuses.info/Ryde-bus-station-move.
This temporary arrangement will mean that around 9 resident parking bays outside Solent Court will be unavailable. Those holding permits for these spaces will however be able to use them in the nearby Quay Road car park just across the road.
Overall, the wider project remains on schedule to finish in the Spring. The work will not affect the forthcoming Tour of Britain Race which starts on the seafront on Sunday (11th September).
And on a day like today, you can just stand there and get wet whilst waiting for your bus. How thoughtful some people are.
Is this going to remove the always in use parking spaces?
What the ones that people use to visit the Doctors – I expect so!