StoneCrabs’ Out on an Island is embarking on a new project, funded by Historic England. We will be exploring Ryde’s LGBTQ+ Working Class Histories and uncovering the hidden heritage of Ryde’s Union Street and a number of venues there, some of which are no longer present or operate under a different name.
Everyone is welcome to join us as we meet monthly with guest speakers and together explore memories of the venues frequented by LGBTQ+ people, Ryde’s nightlife, and community spaces that flourished during the 1980’s and 1990’s.
If you have any stories you are willing to share, we are eager to hear them.
We will be hosting our first meeting at The Department in Ryde from 5.30pm to 7.30pm on Tuesday 20 May in the meeting room on the first floor. This is an accessible venue with a lift to the first floor.
For more information, please contact Caroline at caroline@stonecrabs.co.uk / 07786 080203.