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.

24 January 20242 min read

Councillor misunderstanding sparks debate over East Cowes inclusion in Cowes area planning

17 January 20242 min read

Council report reveals the struggles to improve on efficiency of the Cowes Floating Bridge

14 January 20241 min read

Cowes RNLI lifeboat crew teams up with marina staff for cat rescue

12 January 20241 min read

Late-night Red Jet services added during essential Isle of Wight ferry works, as some late night vehicle crossing are cancelled

10 January 20241 min read

Delayed Floating Bridge review costing £50k could lead to a new electric ferry between Cowes and East Cowes

22 December 20231 min read

Amended Red Funnel services announced for 23rd and 27th December amid repairs

21 December 20231 min read

Police seek man linked to Waitrose shoplifting incident in East Cowes

14 December 20231 min read

Simon Wheeler faces trial for contacting councillor, despite restraining order, in April

11 December 20231 min read

Shoreside Cafe in East Cowes applies to expand menu with select alcoholic drinks

4 December 20231 min read

Craft ale bar on Clarence Road receives council's conditional permission to operate

4 December 20231 min read

Essential repairs begin today for Cowes Floating Bridge, expected to resume by Thursday next week

30 November 20232 min read

Councillor Cameron Palin's innovative local projects earn national accolade at Star Council

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