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Wightlink

Wightlink provide ferry services to the Isle of Wight. They operate car ferry services from two Island ports, Yarmouth and Fishbourne, as well as a foot passenger services from the end of the pier in Ryde.

Wightlink’s Yarmouth car ferry lands in Lymington. The other two services land in Portsmouth.

The ferry service was bought by Australian-based investment bank, Macquarie, in 2005 for just over £230m.

isle of wight ferry wash from the catamaran (fastcat)

25, April 2023·3 min read

Isle of Wight ferry fares skyrocket: A decade of price comparisons revealed by Isle of Wight Guru (updated)

Comparing the IW ferry prices in 2013 and 2023 reveals a large increase says Isle of Wight Guru’s Robbie Lane. Details within

Sam Tyson, Sam Rees, Sam Dawson, Tom Marriott, Rich Brownrigg, Ross Simpson and Will Baxandall

2, May 2023·1 min read

Three peaks, 24 hours, one goal: Rugby stars support youth mental health

Isle of Wight rugby players attempt Three Peaks Challenge, raising funds for Papyrus suicide prevention

close up of fifty pound notes spread out on surface

6, May 2023·4 min read

Letter: Wightlink’s £77m profit mystery: Did taxpayers subsidise lavish dividends?

Wightlink comes under scrutiny as £77m profits since 2017 revealed and £8m paid in dividends in 2022, despite public subsidy; an investigation by the Department for Transport is urged

Keith Greenfield with Victoria of Wight.

9, May 2023·2 min read

Debunking misconceptions: Wightlink CEO defends the company’s financial transparency

Wightlink refutes Karl Hunter's claims, clarifying financial structure, Covid support utilisation, and tax compliance in a revealing statement

22, May 2023·1 min read

Levelling up or sinking down? Wightlink Users to demand fairer fares at Islands Forum protest

Wightlink Users Group to protest 'unfair ferry prices' at Levelling Up Forum

30, May 2023·1 min read

Intergenerational jazz performance lights up Bill Wills’ 90th birthday bash

The event raised funds for charities and showcased the intergenerational passion for jazz

Andy Whitlock & Dean Murphy - Ryde Tramway Footway - final plank - Wightlink & Knights Brown

5, June 2023·1 min read

UK’s oldest seaside pier transforms with new pedestrian walkway

Wightlink's pedestrian walkway at Ryde Pier is completed, set to open this summer

14, June 2023·1 min read

Wightlink’s role in restoring native Oysters to the Solent: An inside look

Wightlink aids a large-scale project to restore Solent's native oysters, tackling environmental concerns

15, June 2023·1 min read

Pulp’s Jarvis already on the Isle of Wight

Pulp's Jarvis Cocker arrived a day early for his Isle of Wight Festival performance, sparking excitement among fans

2, July 2023·1 min read

Dramatic morning on Ryde Pier as yacht lodges itself underneath (Photos) (updated)

A yacht lodged under Ryde Pier this morning, caused a brief closure

4, July 2023·1 min read

Lucy Scholes: The Isle of Wight star targeting a spot in Deaf Women’s World Cup

Isle of Wight footballer Lucy Scholes has been selected for England's final training squad for the upcoming Deaf Women's World Cup

5, July 2023·1 min read

Third demonstration by Wightlink User Group: Striving for affordable crossings

Wightlink User Group plans third demonstration advocating for improved ferry services and NHS support

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