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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
UKSA's popular Spring Camps are an action-packed programme of activities designed for children of all abilities, who are looking to get out onto the water, learn new skills, make new friends, and have some fun.
Activities can include dinghy…
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…
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.
EAST COWES
Nos 2 Sovereign's Gate Osborne is a holiday cottages that has been developed in this iconic building at Osborne. Sovereign's Gate was commissioned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert as the formal entrance to Osborne.
Cowes
Festival of creativity on the Isle of Wight The Bees Needles is a festival of island creativity. The best artisans the Isle of Wight has to offer plus many businesses who sell the raw materials and items artists and crafters require to create their…
Cowes
For only £255pp Per Day you can get in and amongst the action with Salty Sailing. Jostling for a position on the start line we race around the Solent playing the tides and having a great time!
Experience yacht racing on a boat with no shouting…
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.
COWES
The Red Duster re-opened in March, as always with excellent brand new menus and wines.
Cowes
Salty Sailing offers a unique opportunity to set sail and explore the beautiful coastline, stunning bays and interesting wildlife of the Isle of Wight.
EAST COWES
This is the church used by Queen Victoria when she was in residence at Osborne House.
The church is run by volunteers and there is a guide on duty in the church.
Exhibition located within the Church and Church Centre:
There is a…
Cowes
On Sunday 1st June, Cowes Classics Day, organised by the Royal London Yacht Club as part of Cowes Classics Regatta, Isle of Wight residents and visitors will be able to enjoy a free display of 60 vintage cars and classic boats meeting the owners,…
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…
WEST COWES
The Duke of York has been run by the Cass family since 1969. This doesn't mean it hasn't changed during this time, on the contrary, the business is constantly being updated by the family team.
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
Trinity Theatre is owned by one of the oldest amateur dramatic societies in Britain.
Cowes
Enjoy the film, Untouchable, at Trinity Theatre that will deliver one of the funniest, most honest and touching films ever made.
The script shows the beautiful and honest friendship between a wealthy quadriplegic (François Cluzet) and his…
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.
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.
Cowes
Join private chef The Epicurean Sailor for a relaxing, adults-only champagne and canapé sunset cruise.
Departing from Cowes on Saturday 16th August, our privately chartered boat, Wight Scene, will meander out of the river heading towards the…
COWES
The Highlight of Easter: The Isle of Wight Spring Art & Garden Fair (18th& 19th April) at Northwood House in Cowes.
Looking for a fantastic treat for the family this Easter? Then don’t miss the Island’s first big outdoor event of the season…
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