Department

Department A new cultural event and workshop space with art at its heart.
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TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! Special Measures, a new farce by Joe Plumb is coming to Department, Ryde this summer. Don’t mis...
29/05/2026

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE!

Special Measures, a new farce by Joe Plumb is coming to Department, Ryde this summer. Don’t miss this hilarious take on working in a school.

This high-energy, madcap show follows an ordinary secondary school whose staff room is into absolute chaos after the sudden arrival of an inspector. The storyline features everything from fights over the staff coffee machine and rollerskating zumbathons to stationery cupboard wars over highlighters.

Do you work in a school? Get cheaper tickets! Valid ID (or a pile of unmarked English books) may be required.

Book online now: www.department-ryde.org

Kids Terrarium Workshop TOMORROW!Do you have a budding gardener at home?Join us for our Craft Term Terrarium Workshop wi...
27/05/2026

Kids Terrarium Workshop TOMORROW!

Do you have a budding gardener at home?

Join us for our Craft Term Terrarium Workshop with Laura from Cotton and Leaf, where children can create their very own miniature garden in glass.

Using a selection of plants, decorative items and their own creativity, participants will be guided through building a terrarium to take home and enjoy.

All materials included.

Suitable for all ages. Younger children may need support from a parent or guardian.

28th May | 11am to 1pm

Tickets £19.50

Book now: department-ryde.org →Tickets → Workshops → Cotton & Leaf

🧋🍨 NEW DRINK SPECIALS! The OFFICE cafe team have put together a new summer drinks menu for you all to enjoy in this glor...
26/05/2026

🧋🍨 NEW DRINK SPECIALS!

The OFFICE cafe team have put together a new summer drinks menu for you all to enjoy in this glorious sunshine - have here with us or takeaway!

Treat yourself, you deserve it 💛

*please make us aware of any dietary requirements when ordering - alternative milks are available

🌟 What’s On This Week at Department 🌟It is HOT HOT HOT ☀️ The roof terrace is calling. Breakfast, lunch, coffee, wine an...
26/05/2026

🌟 What’s On This Week at Department 🌟

It is HOT HOT HOT ☀️ The roof terrace is calling. Breakfast, lunch, coffee, wine and cake taste even better in the sunshine at The Office.

📅 Tuesday
FREE! Krafty Kids | Drop in craft session
Dance Vibez: Adult Beginners Ballet
Dance Vibez: Low Impact Dance Fitness
Dance Vibez: Beginners Dance
Knit and Knatter | Free
Drawing Club | Animals
Acting Workshop

📅 Wednesday
Stitch Department: Kids | Intro to the Sewing Machine (9+)
Stitch Department: Kids | Felt Craft: Ocean Theme
Lily’s Dance: Dance Fit
Write Here

📅 Thursday
Cotton and Leaf: Kids Terrarium Workshop
Game Play | Free
Daytime Actor Workshop
Scratch Night

📅 Friday
Stitch Department: Teen Hand Embroidery (Ages 13 to 17)
Stitch Department: Teen Fashion Design (Ages 13 to 17)
Check Mate | Free
Stitch Department: Clothing Alterations

📅 Saturday
Stitch Department: Sewing Club
Becci Pilates: Mat Pilates
Downland Movement: Contemporary Movement
Stitch Department: Make Your Own Pleating Tool

🛍 Come and find creative gifts for someone special… which also means yourself

🎟 Book now: department-ryde.org

Supperclub Cinema up next: Anchorman“I’m not a baby, I am a man. I am an anchorman.”Join us for the next Supperclub Cine...
24/05/2026

Supperclub Cinema up next: Anchorman

“I’m not a baby, I am a man. I am an anchorman.”

Join us for the next Supperclub Cinema screening with the brilliantly ridiculous Anchorman.

Expect big laughs, legendary quotes and the option to enjoy a delicious meal or keep it classic with snacks while you watch.

6th June
Arrive 7.30pm

Snacks £7
Food £20

Coming soon
26th June | Twilight
17th July | The Birdcage Rooftop Cinema
1st August | Labyrinth Rooftop Cinema

Book now: department-ryde.org → Tickets → Supperclub Cinema

Fused Glass Decoration WorkshopJoin Isle of Wight fused glass artist and silver jeweller Rhian for an introduction to th...
24/05/2026

Fused Glass Decoration Workshop

Join Isle of Wight fused glass artist and silver jeweller Rhian for an introduction to the art of glass fusing.

Perfect for beginners, this hands-on workshop will introduce you to different types of glass and the tools used in the process, before guiding you in creating your own fused glass decoration.

A 10 x 10cm glass piece is included for you to decorate using coloured glass, along with basic instruction and glass firing.

13th June | 2.30pm to 4.30pm

Tickets £40

Book now: department-ryde.org → Tickets → Workshops → Fused Glass

Kids Terrarium WorkshopDo you have a budding gardener at home?Join us for our Craft Term Terrarium Workshop with Laura f...
24/05/2026

Kids Terrarium Workshop

Do you have a budding gardener at home?

Join us for our Craft Term Terrarium Workshop with Laura from Cotton and Leaf, where children can create their very own miniature garden in glass.

Using a selection of plants, decorative items and their own creativity, participants will be guided through building a terrarium to take home and enjoy.

All materials included.

Suitable for all ages. Younger children may need support from a parent or guardian.

28th May | 11am to 1pm

Tickets £19.50

Book now: department-ryde.org →Tickets → Workshops → Cotton & Leaf

Blank CanvasBlank Canvas is a vibrant and imaginative journey into the world of art and creativity.When a young child st...
23/05/2026

Blank Canvas

Blank Canvas is a vibrant and imaginative journey into the world of art and creativity.

When a young child stares at a blank canvas and wonders where inspiration comes from, they are visited by some of history’s most iconic artists. From the swirling colours of Van Gogh to the bold expression of Frida Kahlo, the energetic figures of Keith Haring and the pop art brilliance of Andy Warhol, each artist shares their unique way of seeing the world.

Through music, movement and colour, Blank Canvas celebrates creativity, imagination and the courage to create.

Perfect for families.

Show starts 11am

Tickets £5
Babes in arms free

Book now: department-ryde.org → Tickets → Live Events → Blank Canvas

Scratch NightDepartment is a space for creating innovative new work. We’re constantly testing ideas, sharing premieres a...
22/05/2026

Scratch Night

Department is a space for creating innovative new work. We’re constantly testing ideas, sharing premieres and championing new writing.

Join us for our very first Department Scratch Night, an evening of extracts, works in progress and brand new ideas from artists developing new productions.

The line up for May includes an extract from Joe Plumb’s new production Ryde Girl, Mitch Hamer’s Felicity’s Will, new work by Ashley Hetherington, Keeper by Anmarie Bowler and more.

Come and get a first look at the next wave of new theatre and performance being created at Department.

Bar 7pm | Show 8pm

Tickets £5

Book now: department-ryde.org → Tickets → Live Events → Scratch Night

☀️ Free Half Term Fun at Department ☀️Looking for something creative to do this half term?Join us on Tuesday 26th May fo...
22/05/2026

☀️ Free Half Term Fun at Department ☀️

Looking for something creative to do this half term?

Join us on Tuesday 26th May for a morning of free crafts and creative fun at Department.

Drop in, get making and enjoy some relaxed half term creativity.

10am to 1pm

Free to attend

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29/30 Cross Street
Ryde
PO332AA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 9:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 9:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 9:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 9:30pm

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