Floating bridge - stranded by Allan Marsh

Floating bridge currently grounded (Updated)

The Cowes / East Cowes floating bridge is currently grounded due to a descending tide.

A foot passenger service has been put in as a replacement.

Car drivers will be out of luck until an estimated 10-11pm when the tide is expected to return, so will have to drive via Newport. OnTheWight understand that there are roadworks on that route to add to the ‘fun’ of the journey.

Many thanks to Linda for the news tip and Alan Marsh for the photo.

Update: Alan tells us that the boat re-floated at 8:05PM

Image: © With kind permission of Allan Marsh