Has Island Roads really reopened Undercliff Drive? Confusion over suggested diversion route (updated)
19, February 2025·1 min readCowes RNLI lifeboats spring into action to rescue catamaran in Osborne BayA joint rescue operation by Cowes and Bembridge lifeboats saved a catamaran in rough weather
1, February 2025·2 min readMark Southwell awarded inaugural High Sheriff’s Maritime Volunteers Award for exceptional serviceCowes RNLI’s Mark Southwell receives recognition for his commitment to maritime volunteering
17, January 2025·1 min readCowes RNLI Station celebrates new shore crew qualification and volunteer commitmentFive locals at Cowes RNLI Station have now qualified as shore crew, ready to assist both exercises and shouts
18, December 2024·1 min readFishermen rescued by Cowes RNLI after boat troubles in the SolentFishermen stranded at sea by engine failure saved by Cowes lifeboat crew
2, December 2024·1 min readMan and dog rescued from freezing water in the River MedinaFallen man and pet saved by Cowes harbour launch in River Medina
8, November 2024·1 min readEarly morning mission for Cowes lifeboat aids yacht aground near Beaulieu RiverCowes RNLI rescues lone sailor from yacht grounded on Hampshire shore
12, September 2024·1 min readCouple’s unique 911-hour challenge to raise funds for RNLI lifeboatsIf you spot them on the Island next week, give Belinda and James a wave - and if you can, donate to their unique fundraiser for RNLI
22, August 2024·1 min readFishermen tow stranded French yacht to safety off Ventnor coast amid choppy seasVentnor fishermen and Bembridge Lifeboat rescue French sailor from choppy coastal waters
19, August 2024·1 min readCowes RNLI lifeboat aids yachtsman after vessel runs aground near NewtownCowes RNLI lifeboat crew swiftly rescues yachtsman from grounding near Newtown
10, August 2024·1 min readCowes RNLI lifeboat responds to 34-foot yacht grounded in Beaulieu RiverCouple on yacht receive emergency help from Cowes RNLI in Beaulieu River
7, August 2024·2 min readRNLI Cowes joins bicentenary celebrations with nationwide photographic commemorationHistoric photo marks Cowes RNLI's contribution to two centuries of lifesaving legacy
25, July 2024·2 min readLack of planning led to Channel Queen’s grounding during Isle of Wight swim event, says MAIBMAIB report highlights poor planning in Channel Queen grounding off the Isle of Wight last summer