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The maritime gateway to the isle of wight
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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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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.
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.
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.
EAST COWES
Perfectly located on the picturesque waterfront of the Medina River in East Cowes, The Lifeboat is one of the Island's most popular bar restaurants offering a warm, friendly welcome to locals and visitors.
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
This is the church used by Queen Victoria when she was in residence at Osborne House.
The church is run by volunteers and there is a guide on duty in the church.
Exhibition located within the Church and Church Centre:
There is a…
Cowes
Festival experience on the Isle of Wight The Isle of Wight is set to welcome one of the UK’s most exciting lifestyle festivals as Joyride Festival arrives from 11 June to 13 June 2027. The festival blends cycling, wellness, music and dining into a…
Cowes
Parley House is a spacious four-bedroom Victorian holiday home in Cowes, offering a comfortable and convenient base for families, groups of friends and sailing crews visiting the Isle of Wight.
West Cowes
The New Holmwood Hotel offers its clientele the warmest of welcomes and the highest level of service. With their sea facing lounges & restaurant and their two outdoor terraces all facing the water, there is plenty of space to enjoy watching the…
East Cowes
Waverley Park Charity Beer & Cider Festival Enjoy three days of live music, entertainment, guest beers and ciders at The Waverley Bar & Restaurant in East Cowes, while helping to raise funds for a great local cause.
The annual Waverley Park…
WEST COWES
Cowes Maritime Museum displays a selection of objects and images which help to tell the story of Cowes and its important maritime heritage.
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.
Cowes
Explore this unique museum in Cowes, home to three centuries of yachting and maritime history.
WEST COWES
The Pier View is an iconic pub located within the very heart of Cowes. Popular with locals and renowned within the sailing community as one of the world’s best yachting bars, the Pier View is a true landmark of the town.
Family run, the Pier…
COWES
Quirky and delicious vodkas and vodka liqueurs made with ingredients grown on their own farm.
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
A boutique Victorian themed hotel, full of character & charm with splendid views over the Solent and great customer service.
East Cowes
Royalty and Radicals Few people realise how deeply the Isle of Wight is woven into the story of Russia's last Imperial family. Cowes was a favourite of Tsar Nicholas II. Osborne House was Queen Victoria's home and a place the Romanovs knew well.…
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