In
the wood the daffodil is plentiful, primroses, lungwort, and the blue
iris also abound in their season. The Wood has been very extensively
quarried for the limestone, with which Winchester Cathedral and
many Churches were built. There are pathways through the Wood down
to the shore, forming very pleasing vistas through the overhanging
trees.
[Illustration: _Spencer Road, Ryde._]
SPENCER ROAD, RYDE.--It is an advantage for a town to possess pleasant
shady walks within a short distance of its main streets. Ryde is
favoured in this respect. Within five minutes' walk from the Town
Hall, passing St. James' Church, is Spencer Road. It is a favourite
promenade, enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. A morning stroll
in spring when birds are singing from every bush and tree is very
delightful. It is a fine avenue extending several hundred yards
and opening out into the main road to Newport. By entering the
gate on the right at the junction, the walk may be continued past
Binstead Church through Quarr Wood to Quarr Abbey.
[Illustration: _Ryde, from the Pier._]
RYDE, FROM THE PIER.--The situation of the town is favourable as
a principal entrance to the Island, the passage from Portsmouth
by steamboat occupying about twenty minutes. The Pier (toll 2d.)
is 4,000 feet in length, and is in three portions--for pedestrians
and boating, electric railway, and the Isle of Wight Railway. There
is a fine pavilion and bandstand at the end. Crowds of people find
a never failing source of interest on the pier, yachting, boating,
and fishing.
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