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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
Get the glow sticks ready and join us for a 80's and 90's part on the water. Grab the neon and come party with us. A great way to see the island from the water. Join us for our 80s & 90s summer boat Party on Friday 25th July.
Dance the evening…
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
The Garden restaurant offers food 7 days a week from breakfast to brunch and lunch to dinner. We offer an extensive drinks menu from barista coffee to in house prepared cocktails available throughout the day and evening.
COWES
Here at Murrays we search hard to source the very best and freshest local, and regional ingredients to compile our ever changing menus. Choose from the set price lunch and dinner menus or our Catch of the day board.
Cowes
Explore this unique museum in Cowes, home to three centuries of yachting and maritime history.
Cowes
The gifts from the 'Twelve Days of Christmas' have escaped from the song and are exploring the shop windows in Cowes. Join the quest to locate them by downloading and completing a form showing where you spotted them, for a chance to win a prize. The…
COWES
York Cottage is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom town house, located less than a 5 min walk to the centre of Cowes. The house is spread across 4 floors, with the top bedroom having sea views over the rooftops.
Cowes
The Lawn Bar is located on the beautiful lawns of Northwood House for summer weekends.
COWES
Victorian house on the seafront at Cowes, now two self-catering holiday cottages, full of original features and sea views from many of the rooms.
COWES
The Red Duster re-opened in March, as always with excellent brand new menus and wines.
NEWPORT
Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard is an incredibly unique holiday residency and one of a kind in terms of boutique self catering.
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.
EAST COWES
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A family run park situated in the Island's most famous town of Cowes - Waverley Park has direct access to the promenade east of the River Medina and enjoys panoramic views over Cowes Harbour and the Solent. At…
Cowes
UK Sailing Academy's (UKSA) accredited Dinghy Start course is designed for complete beginners and is ideal for children (8-15 years old).
The syllabus is taught with a ratio of (6:1) students to instructor and covers the following: * Stage 1 –…
NEWPORT
Approximately a mile downstream of the world renowned sailing town of Cowes is the tranquil sailing marina; Island Harbour This unique, tranquil river valley is the perfect retreat for an Isle of Wight getaway.
Ward Avenue, Cowes
Goodleaf Tree Climbing is thrilled to return to the beautiful Northwood House and Park in Cowes, offering a unique and exhilarating outdoor adventure. This summer, you can experience the thrill of climbing a magnificent 25-metre high Turkey oak…
COWES
A really stunning, almost ‘new 300 year old town house and holiday home is located in the heart of Cowes, and is a perfect base for exploring the Isle of Wight.
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…
COWES
Abbey Brass, the Island's newest brass band, performs music for all tastes including classical, and music from films and musicals.
The programme includes the world premiere of Island Life by Mary Lillington. Admission is free with a retiring…
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