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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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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.
COWES
The NAO SANTA MARIA will be visiting Cowes over the next week, docking at Trinity Landing. The ship will be open to visitors from 22 to 26 May. Did you know that, among its creaking timbers, the Nao Santa Maria tells the story of the discovery of…
COWES
Chef/owner GC Giancovich first opened the now-infamous Smoking Lobster Ventnor Beach in 2017. It quickly became popular with tourists and locals alike boasting panoramic views of one of the islands best beaches and delicious dishes celebrating the…
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
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…
WEST COWES & EAST COWES
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.
Terminus Road, Cowes
Hey folks, come to a great art exhibition during Cowes week featuring some of the Islands top artists!
Refreshments available
Raising money for Alzheimer's Café Isle of Wight
Come and browse and maybe even fall in love with a piece of…
Cowes
Silent Disco Boat Party on Friday 8th August 2025
Board the boat from 7.00pm, before departing at 7.30pm.
You will join your DJ's Josh Peverley and Andy Crabb mixing things up across two channels.
Party the Night Away to the best in…
COWES
We love anything hand or artisan made! From our Fairtrade Baskets to handmade felt cushions to our highstreetmarket of fresh fruit and…
COWES
Storeroom2010 is an award winning furniture re-use charity serving the IOW community.
COWES
Cowes Cabs, the professional and reliable taxi service, serving all destinations to and from Cowes and Newport on the Isle of Wight.
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