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All the United Kingdom England Ryde

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Ryde

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Ryde, England

Updated June 13, 2016

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Seaside postcard. (Donald McGill Postcard Museum)

Ryde, England

Donald McGill Seaside Postcard Museum

Obscene versions of this artist's work are the most popular.
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Ryde, England

1930s London Underground Trains at Ryde

The Isle of Wight’s “Island Line” serviced by former London Underground trains from the 1930s.
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No Man’s Land

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No Man's Land

This foolish Victorian sea fort was converted to a deluxe hotel.
2 miles from Ryde
The Bramble Bank cricket match in 2018

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Bramble Bank Cricket Pitch

Once a year, a sandbar rises from the depths just in time for the world's weirdest match.
4 miles from Ryde
HMS Alliance Submarine Museum

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HMS Alliance Submarine Museum

This colossal war machine is now a living museum dedicated to underwater warfare.
4 miles from Ryde

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The Durbar Room

This elaborate banquet hall in Queen Victoria's summer residence is an homage to Indian architecture, including miniature models of palaces in India.
4 miles from Ryde

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National Poo Museum

This British museum hopes to take the taboo out of poo.
4 miles from Ryde
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