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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.
East Cowes
Get creative with master builders and help bring heritage to life with LEGO® bricks.
Step into royal history and join English Heritage to recreate Osborne's charming Swiss Cottage in brick form. Once you've worked your magic, watch as our…
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
Join Queen Victoria at Osborne for a day at the races as Her Majesty’s horses charge into view!
Place your bets and cheer on your riders against the backdrop of the Queen’s beloved island home. As merry music fills the air, immerse yourself in…
East Cowes
Garden tour at Osborne English Heritage in partnership with the National Garden Scheme is offering the chance for you to experience the beautiful gardens of Osborne.
The garden tour will be early evening on Tuesday 16 September when the site…
East Cowes
TV's Taskmaster challenge Join the Taskmaster challenge at Osborne this Summer! English Heritage has partnered with TV's Taskmaster to set challenges as you explore the historic seaside palace and gardens.
Fun activities Tackle silly tasks,…
WEST COWES
Since 1826 Cowes Week has played a key part in the British sporting summer calendar and is one of the UK's longest running and most successful sporting events.
East Cowes
Christmas activities and festive fun at Osborne Visit Osborne this Christmas season for a barrel of laughs and festive fun!
Enjoy festive activities including storytelling and music.
East Cowes
Step into Queen Victoria’s favourite country home and experience a world unchanged since the monarch died here just over 100 years ago.
Cowes
The Critic is an enjoyable and engaging watch and will be shown at Trinity Theatre.
The film is about Jimmy Erskine, The Critic, who is the most feared and famous theatre critic in 1930s London.
If you like quality British cinema with…
Cowes
An expo to celebrate all things weddings and events!
A fun filled weekend with live performances, stage shows, advice sessions and more!
WedFest is for anyone and everyone that wants to have a fun filled weekend! Maybe you're planning a…
East Cowes
Opera at Albert Cottage presents Carmen on the 12th July & The Magic of Opera on the 13th July.
Two nights of spectacular Opera staged by the award winning touring company Opera Brava. World class singers and performers with ensemble perform…
EAST COWES
Modernised early Victorian town local, built in 1860 close to the marina and yacht club.
COWES
The Union Inn hotel has as much character as you would hope to find from an old English pub.
East Cowes
East Cowes Marina welcomes visiting yachts and motor boats all year round to our 360 berth marina on the sunny and sheltered banks of the river Medina.
NEWPORT
Nestled in the tranquil setting of Island Harbour Marina, Calico Skies is a beautifully designed retreat offering waterfront views, modern comforts, and direct access to one of the Isle of Wight’s most sought-after boating locations. Whether you're…
East Cowes
Celebrating 30 years. Hundreds of completed Jigsaw Puzzles on display and for sale.
Refreshments Available
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.
COWES
Somerton Farm Holiday Cottage is located on the outskirts the beautiful yachting town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Somerton Farm Holiday Cottage offers spacious, family and dog friendly accommodation.
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