Everyone is invited to celebrate the green space of Appley Park, Ryde at Appley Day, Sunday 1 October 11 am to 3pm.

Friends of Appley, supported by Ryde Town Council, Goodleaf Tree Climbing and Natural Enterprise are encouraging locals to get out and about in Appley Park with a day of nice things to do in the park and on the beach. Everyone is welcome to come to the park, bring a picnic (weather permitting!) and enjoy different activities in the beautiful green space.

Some of what’s on offer includes:

• Appley Tower open day 11am to 3pm – your chance to see inside the tower and find out more about the planned restoration work. The Appley Tower Players will be performing ‘Wish you were here’, a brand new play about Appley Tower at 12pm and 2pm.

• Guided walks including a sea hike with the Island Sea Hiking Group, tree id walk and an accessible amble along the sea front

• Wonderfell Theatre Company with their travelling tales at 12.30pm

• Land Art with New Carnival and Sand Art competition with Monkton Arts

• Open day at Ryde Rowing Club – have a go on the indoor rowing machines

• Free taster kayak and paddleboard sessions with Ryde Town Council

• Much more including wildlife information, tree climbing, Oakfield Primary School community hub, activities with 2nd Ryde Sea Scouts and Cubs.

Please travel to Appley by bike, foot or bus if you can.

More details will be published on the Friends of Appley Facebook page.