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The River Medina runs from Cowes and East Cowes, down into Newport - and is home to a number of yacht clubs, marinas and businesses.
The Medina Estuary is a great place for wildlife; its tidal waters, saltmarsh and mudflats are home to a wide range of plants and animals that are specially adapted to living in the challenging conditions. Saltmarshes are essential to the estuary's ecosystem.
They contain rare and vulnerable plants and provide nutrients for invertebrates that are food for water birds. They are important resting and feeding sites throughout the tidal cycle from late October to early March and a safe haven for young birds in summer.
Saltmarshes help to reduce bank erosion by absorbing boat wash but are very vulnerable to trampling and sea level rise. Intertidal mud contains huge numbers of worms and snails that support the birds that spend the winter in the estuary.
When the mud is underwater the birds retreat to roost on the saltmarsh or sometimes the pontoons in Cowes fairway. Wading birds like dunlins, oystercatchers and lapwings can often be seen on pontoons at High Water and the buoys, navigation markers and piles provide a convenient resting spot for cormorants and terns in the summer.
There are also plenty of places to eat and drink as you make your way down the River Medina, why not take a gentle walk from Newport - along the river - and make your way down to the Folly Inn, before continuing your walk into East Cowes.
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COWES
Boat House is a pretty, spacious Victorian holiday cottage sleeping 4 people in 1 double & 1 twin room in the heart of Cowes just a few minutes walk from Cowes High Street & the harbour.
WEST COWES
Bought 1793, and extensively renovated in 1837, Northwood House was part of a huge estate owned by the Ward family. The manor house was the venue for Victorian high society balls and parties, many of which were attended by Queen Victoria, Prince
WEST COWES
The Wight Proms returns for eight days between the 9th and 18th August 2024. The festival will celebrate classical proms, comedy, nippers, opera, drag, musical theatre, plus country music and dance.
More details to follow, please visit the…
Medina Road, Cowes
ALL ABOARD THE SUMMER SOLENT SILENT DISCO - We're SO excited that our hugely popular Silent Disco experience is back for 2024! ⠀ Get those dancing shoes ready and get set for a two channel Silent Disco on the Solent.
With the opportunity to mix…
EAST COWES
Osborne Golf Club is a golfing legacy left by Queen Victoria. Situated on the Osborne House Estate, this charming 9 hole course is the Isle of Wights oldest and longest.
COWES
Retail and Exhibitors Market
Live entertainment through out the day, livening up for 9 P A R T Y nights, Food Vendors & Artisans, The Sea Changes Village Bar, IOW Cocktail Lounge, Solent view courtyard
COWES
Chef/owner GC Giancovich first opened the now-infamous Smoking Lobster Ventnor Beach in 2017. It quickly became popular with tourists and locals alike boasting panoramic views of one of the islands best beaches and delicious dishes celebrating the…
EAST COWES
The Lunch box café is situated in a beautiful Victorian building on the corner of Clarence road and York Avenue in East Cowes.
COWES
The popular blues open mic where a full back line is provided - open to all ages and abilities. Come and play some blues!
WEST COWES
Located on The Parade, The Yachtsman has an enviable terrace with views over The Solent and beyond.
Cowes
Join us on 4th of August at 19.00 at @Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club for an an evening filled with good vibes, great company, food, music and a whole lot of fun, all while supporting a meaningful cause close to our hearts.
EAST COWES
100's of made up completed Jigsaw Puzzles on display and for sale.
Display changes by the minute, as puzzles are sold another replaces it.
East Cowes
ARE you ready for some Halloween high jinks?
The Spooktacular Kids Halloween Party will be held at the MAD-Aid DOT community room at 11 York Avenue, East Cowes, on Friday, October 27. Doors will be open between 4pm and 8pm and everyone is…
Cowes
Chris Williams, a former guide at St Catherine's Lighthouse, will be giving a talk to visitors to the Boat Shed during Cowes Week, Friday August 4th at 2pm. Chris was a guide at the Lighthouse for 12 years and will talk about the history of UK…
COWES
With nearly 90 vessels The Boat Shed has an impressive collection. Each vessel will tell a fascinating story of the maritime history of the Isle of Wight and Solent waters.
York Avenue, EAST COWES
This airy and welcoming multi-purpose space is home to East Cowes Community Library and East Cowes Tourist Information Point. There are easy chairs and cafe style seating - ideal for planning your days out. There is also access to a laptop and wifi.…
COWES
Quirky and delicious vodkas and vodka liqueurs made with ingredients grown on their own farm.
EAST COWES
Perfectly located on the picturesque waterfront of the Medina River in East Cowes, The Lifeboat is one of the Island's most popular bar restaurants offering a warm, friendly welcome to locals and visitors.
Cowes
Visit the Spring Art & Garden Fair at Northwood House where there will be a fantastic collection of different exhibitors of all types.
Stalls will include garden and plant nurseries from the Island and mainland as well as Island artists…
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