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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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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'.
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
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
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
Head to MOOCOW’s stylish, futuristic bar and garden for a taste of the unusual. The modern interior is full of quirky touches, splashes of colour and clean lines, making an airy and comfortable space to dine and have a drink.
Cowes
The Lawn Bar is located on the beautiful lawns of Northwood House for summer weekends.
WEST COWES
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.
WEST COWES & EAST COWES
WEST COWES
Cowes Harbour Commission, Cowes, Isle of Wight. Harbour Authority and Marine Services Provider. Marine services include: Shepards Marina, Cowes Harbour Services Boatyard – Storage – Moorings - Fuel – Commercial.
EAST COWES
The Prince of Wales is a traditional pub with a friendly and lively atmosphere.
COWES
Quirky and delicious vodkas and vodka liqueurs made with ingredients grown on their own farm.
Cowes
Isle of Wight sailing race The annual Round the Island Race, organised by the Island Sailing Club, is a one-day yacht race around the Isle of Wight. The race regularly attracts over 1,000 boats and thousands of sailors, making it one of the largest…
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.
NEWPORT
Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard is an incredibly unique holiday residency and one of a kind in terms of boutique self catering.
Cowes
A beautiful coastal retreat in the heart of Cowes Old Town. This lovely 3 bed cottage is perfectly located on Sun Hill, newly renovated, has a pretty garden which is so peaceful and even the added bonus of parking for 1 car.
West Cowes
Trinity Theatre is owned by one of the oldest amateur dramatic societies in Britain.
Cowes
Explore this unique museum in Cowes, home to three centuries of yachting and maritime history.
WEST COWES
Cowes Yacht Haven is a world-class marina based in the heart of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Its town centre location allows for easy access to a high street full of pubs, restaurants and shops within seconds.
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