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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.

21, July 2023·1 min read

Yacht boarding mishap: Man injured and rescued by Cowes RNLI Lifeboat

69-year-old man sustains leg injury while boarding a yacht, prompting Cowes RNLI rescue

20, July 2023·1 min read

Red Funnel announces return to timetable following Red Eagle repairs

Red Funnel's Red Eagle ferry resumes service tomorrow after undergoing necessary repairs

Floating Bridge suspended sign at East Cowes terminal

19, July 2023·1 min read

Cowes Floating Bridge: Ongoing service suspension due to software glitch

Technical issues continue to halt Cowes Floating Bridge service - the software is an MCA safety requirement that must work in order for the bridge to carry passengers

18, July 2023·2 min read

Progress applauded at Holy Cross Catholic Primary despite unchanged Ofsted rating

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is praised by Ofsted for progress, yet still 'requires improvement' due to curriculum gaps

17, July 2023·1 min read

Delay in getting Floating Bridge back into action

Cowes Floating Bridge continues to face a temporary closure due to unexpected software problems

17, July 2023·1 min read

Letter: Disabled residents stranded due to software problems halting Floating Bridge service

This reader - who relies on a mobility scooter - shares their frustration at the floating bridge outage

16, July 2023·1 min read

Engineering experts scramble to resolve Cowes Floating Bridge software issue

Cowes Floating Bridge suspended due to a software issue, alternate launch service available

14, July 2023·1 min read

Upcoming Red Funnel timetable alterations as Red Eagle undergoes repairs

Red Funnel amends timetable owing to necessary repair works on the Red Eagle

Red Funnel vehicle ferry leaving East Cowes

12, July 2023·2 min read

Addressing key topics: Red Funnel’s Customer Forum focuses on accessibility and service

Red Funnel's May Customer Forum highlighted strategic updates, community engagement and future plans

8, July 2023·1 min read

Securing Umbrella Tree in East Cowes: Public safety tops council agenda (update 2)

Protective measures are underway for East Cowes' Umbrella Tree due to weakening condition, but Friends fear its future is under threat

Albany Road plans by Conran and Partners

29, June 2023·2 min read

Decoding the delay in the Venture Quays housing project in East Cowes

An update on the stalled housing project at Venture Quays, East Cowes

Former Old Curiosity Shop - Google Maps-with OTW flash

27, June 2023·1 min read

From curios to craft ales: East Cowes Brewery eyes former shop for new bar

East Cowes' Island Life Brewery proposes transforming a former shop into a craft ale house

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