Between Friday 30 October 2022 and Spring 2023 we are carrying out major maintenance work on the Isle of Wight’s historic Ryde Pier.
What we’re doing
In a line closure from Ryde Pier Head to Ryde Esplanade, engineers will repair and refurbish parts of the historic structure which have been damaged by years of harsh environmental conditions. When work is finished, it is estimated that the life of the pier will be extended by up to 60 years.
On top of the repairs and refurbishments, South Western Railway (SWR) will also use the line closure to carry out work, giving passengers better and more reliable journeys.
About Ryde Pier
The railway structure of the pier was built between 1878 and 1880. Its platforms are owned by Network Rail and the line is leased to SWR.
In 1962 it was strengthened with new steelwork and in 2012 and 2013 it underwent emergency repairs. In 2016 a study recommended that it be repaired and refurbished to continue to support Island Line services for a further 60 years.
The Victorian-era design and construction of the Pier, which is split into six different ‘zones’ with five different designs, makes it difficult to maintain. Our engineers will need to use a variety of different methods to strengthen and repair the Pier, which will take a significant amount of time.
Travel information
SWR will operate a Rail Replacement service between Ryde Pier Head and Ryde Esplanade stations. For more information about how the Island Line will operate during this closure, please visitSouth Western Railway.
Contact us
For more information or to get in touch with us, please contact us by visiting ourcontact us pageor by calling our 24-hour national helpline on 03457 11 41 41.