This in from the council, in their own words, Ed
The Cowes floating bridge will be out of service on December 9 and 10 for essential works.
These include the installation of a new control mechanism and installing new navigational lights onto the vessel.
While the bridge is undergoing the maintenance, the council will use the opportunity to carry out other works to minimise disruption for users.
Foot passenger launch
The annual replacement of chains will take place, and repairs will also be carried out to both the Cowes and East Cowes slipways. Pedestrian access route lines will also be repainted.
On 9 and 10 December, a foot passenger launch will be in place for pedestrians and cyclists. Motorists will be diverted through Newport.
The council apologises for any disruption caused during these essential works.
Image: With kind permission of Elizabeth Finnis
