East Cowes

East Cowes is the arrival point for many people visiting the Isle of Wight, as Red Funnel have their car ferry port here.

The area is rich with boat building history and well as the more obvious Queen Victoria connection with Osborne House.

Below are articles that OnTheWight has published connected to East Cowes.

5 November 20241 min read

There'll be two chances to purchase pre-loved history books, catering to both avid collectors and casual readers

5 November 20241 min read

Cowes Floating Bridge faced downtime as engineers repaired a damaged prow cable following 20 months of wear and tear

4 November 20241 min read

East Cowes Crafters dedicate their summer to crafting poppy displays of remembrance

30 October 20242 min read

Planned Whippingham facility offers HGV training and local job prospects

29 October 20243 min read

Study reveals severe microplastic pollution in Isle of Wight's Medina Estuary

24 October 20241 min read

Police appeal for information following a shoplifting incident at East Cowes Waitrose

20 October 20241 min read

Isle of Wight expects higher tides; minor flooding possible along the coast this Sunday lunchtime

18 October 20241 min read

Minor flooding expected on Isle of Wight seafronts due to high tides

15 October 20242 min read

Sale of Whippingham plot expected to create logistics jobs on the Isle of Wight

9 October 20241 min read

East Cowes residents encouraged to influence town's budget and community project funding

7 October 20242 min read

Ryde, East Cowes, and Carisbrooke see new traffic regulations for better flow and safety

2 October 20242 min read

Isle of Wight's Norris Castle's rapid repair deterioration prompts council intervention

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