Friday 1st July marked the 175th Anniversary of the Royal Victoria Arcade, in Union Street, Ryde.

As part of the celebrations, Historic Ryde Society is pleased to present an hour-long musical recital, entitled Arcadia Beckons, in St Thomas's Church.

Although the event is free, donations in the form of a retiring collection will be warmly appreciated.

Other events are shown in the On The Wight listings for 1st July under "Happy 175th Birthday, Royal Victoria Arcade!"

Full details of the weekend are on www.HistoricRydeSociety.com.