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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
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We offer the perfect mix of a friendly, welcoming bed and breakfast with the spacious, non intrusive feel of a small hotel.
Southampton
Red Funnel, the Isle of Wight specialists, offer a vehicle ferry service between Southampton and East Cowes and a fast, frequent Red Jet Hi-Speed foot passenger service between Southampton and West Cowes, Isle of Wight.
East Cowes
Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s family seaside home in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight. After first visiting Osborne, Queen Victoria wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'.
EAST COWES
Just a short carriage ride from Osborne, St Mildred’s Church, Whippingham was redesigned by Prince Albert, and rebuilt in a style considered to be more suitable for the royal family. The family worshipped at St Mildred’s when in residence at Osborne…
EAST COWES
The Folly Inn is an open plan, rustic pub perched on the banks of the River Medina, just up the river from East Cowes in Whippingham.
WEST COWES
Ward Avenue B&B is tucked away just 5 minutes walk from Cowes High Street. This boutique guest house offers attractive rooms or chalets with a private entrance and of course a full superb cooked to order breakfast.
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
COWES
Situated within the heart of the vibrant yachting town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight, The Anchor is a favourite with locals and visitors alike. Located opposite Cowes Yacht Haven, just a short stroll from the Red Jet ferry terminal which provides…
COWES
Cliffside Cottage overlooking Cowes beach is the perfect location for a traditional English seaside holiday, a short break away, or even a single night, as one of your stops around the Isle of Wight, as part of your sailing, walking, or cycling…
Cowes
Pinnacle Suites Hotel is a new, purpose-built luxury hotel situated in Cowes offering stylish accommodation, bar, pizzeria and event space for special occasions.
Cowes
Explore this unique museum in Cowes, home to three centuries of yachting and maritime history.
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.
WEST COWES & EAST COWES
COWES
Located in the English sea port town of Cowes, the Fountain Hotel has recently been refurbished to present a traditional style.
Cowes
Ibiza anthems boat party with Solent Cruises Step aboard Solent Cruises for a Ibiza anthems summer boat party on 22 August.
Cruise and dance the night away Set sail on a three-hour evening cruise around the Solent with huge Ibiza anthems. DJ…
COWES
The Red Duster re-opened in March, as always with excellent brand new menus and wines.
EAST COWES
Designed by Prince Albert in an Italianate style, Osborne was the much-loved seaside home of Queen Victoria, her husband and their nine children. Osborne was a regal dwelling but also very much a private family home that reflected the royal family’s…
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