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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
Situated within the heart of the vibrant yachting town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight, The Anchor is a favourite with locals and visitors alike. Located opposite Cowes Yacht Haven, just a short stroll from the Red Jet ferry terminal which provides…
ISLANDWIDE
he Wayfarer Cycle Touring Club Isle of Wight Randonnee is a non-competitive cycle ride established by the Wayfarers in 1985.
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 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
Set in the heart of Cowes, we serve locally sourced, seasonal food in a relaxed and welcoming setting - all day, every day
Cowes
Cowes Beach is a short pebble and shell covered beach to the west of the town front or Parade.
COWES
Quirky and delicious vodkas and vodka liqueurs made with ingredients grown on their own farm.
COWES
Solent Cruises have been operating boat trips, harbour tours and boat charters for many years. Our flagship trips include harbour and Solent tours around Cowes and into Portsmouth.
EAST COWES
The Folly Inn is an open plan, rustic pub perched on the banks of the River Medina, just up the river from East Cowes in Whippingham.
EAST COWES
A spacious 3 bedroom pet friendly Victorian house which comfortably sleeps 5 and is set in a quiet road within walking distance to the marina, East Cowes centre, the ferry and floating bridge.
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
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…
COWES
Located in the English sea port town of Cowes, the Fountain Hotel has recently been refurbished to present a traditional style.
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
The WedFest Party Night!
Are you ready to party with us? Check out the best of the island's entertainment all in one place on one night!
Raising money from the ticket sales for The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. Operation…
East Cowes
Join Father Christmas at Osborne this December for a magical way to start the festive season.
Father Christmas is taking time out of his busy festive schedule to tell some of his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree.
After…
WEST COWES
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 yacht races in the world…
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…
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