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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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Islandwide
Voi offers electric scooter and bike hire in Cowes, Newport or Ryde, making it the perfect way to travel around our island sustainably.
EAST COWES
East Cowes Beach is a quiet shingle and sand beach with fantastic views across West Cowes and its marina, and also out across the Solent.
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
EAST COWES
We are an Italian style restaurant located in East Cowes town centre on the beautiful Isle of Wight near transport links to Southampton and the rest of the Island.
Cowes
Silent disco boat party Step aboard Solent Cruises for an unforgettable silent disco boat party on Friday 15 May 2026.
Cruise and dance the night away Set sail on a three-hour evening cruise around the Solent, dancing to the biggest hits…
EAST COWES
The Prince of Wales is a traditional pub with a friendly and lively atmosphere.
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
The Lunch box café is situated in a beautiful Victorian building on the corner of Clarence road and York Avenue in East Cowes.
Cowes
Explore this unique museum in Cowes, home to three centuries of yachting and maritime history.
COWES
Set in the heart of Cowes, we serve locally sourced, seasonal food in a relaxed and welcoming setting - all day, every day
NEWPORT
Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard is an incredibly unique holiday residency and one of a kind in terms of boutique self catering.
COWES
Firefly House is a 4 bedroom luxury Victorian house with 2 parking spaces, just a few minutes walk from the historic town centre, waterfront and marinas of Cowes, home of UK yacht racing, and gateway to the Isle of Wight.
Islandwide
The Isle of Wight Randonnee is a non-competitive cycle ride established by the Wayfarers in 1985.
EAST COWES
You don't have to be a cricket fan to enjoy Pavilion Cottage at Osborne - but it will do no harm if you are. Built in the early 1900s for sporty cadets at the Royal Naval College, it later became a store room, before livestock were allowed to take…
WEST COWES
A self catering cottage built in 2013. Only steps from the beach and a 10 minute walk along the Esplanade to the centre of Cowes. 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6/7.
Cowes
Iconic Northwood House, which is set in beautiful Northwood Park in the heart of Cowes, has a rich history of hosting events and celebrations of all kinds. It is one of the busiest wedding venues on the Island hosting ceremonies and receptions…
COWES
The Red Duster re-opened in March, as always with excellent brand new menus and wines.
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