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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.

18, May 2015·2 min read

Have your say on the East Cowes regeneration project

Head to East Cowes on 28th May to see the refined plans for the regeneration of East Cowes - which include a new ferry terminal.

5, January 2023·1 min read

One-fifth of regular Floating Bridge passengers rate the service as below average

Most passengers want improvements, including a fixed timetable and faster turnaround

20, March 2014·1 min read

Call for suspension of road works during floating bridge service

Councillor want to ensure the traffic delays caused last time the Floating Bridge was out are not repeated.

15, July 2013·1 min read

Witness appeal following motorcycle collision in East Cowes

Did you see the motorcyclist hit the parked car in East Cowes on Saturday night?

Community Kids with the Chelsea Pensioners

20, November 2019·2 min read

Community Kids’ three-year First World War project culminates with memorial to animals killed in conflict

A memorial to the thousands of animals who lost their lives during the war has been unveiled in Sandown, thanks to the efforts of the Community Kids

29, April 2019·1 min read

National boost for Royal Bicentennial celebrations in East Cowes

The feature in The Telegraph is a great boost for the Bicentennial Celebrations planned for 24-27 May. See the latest programme of events.

27, March 2020·1 min read

Cowes Floating Bridge back out of service tonight for essential works

The floating bridge will return to service each morning and run as normal during the day.

29, June 2012·1 min read

Red Funnel Ferries Back On After Technical Issue Resolved

Cancellations have been cancelled :-)

3, May 2018·2 min read

Isle of Wight Council will not step in to save Studio School

A 4,000 strong petition has been calling for the Isle of Wight council to step in and help save the school. The cabinet member responsible has been pretty quiet up until now.

25, July 2016·1 min read

Learn how to skateboard this summer free of charge

Your kids can learn a new skill this summer holiday and pick up all the other benefits of being part of the skateboarding community on the Isle of Wight.

Aerial shot of Red Funnel ferry leaving Cowes

1, June 2021·1 min read

Cancellations and delays to Isle of Wight ferry service this morning

The "technical issue" has resulted in cancellations and delays to ferry traffic this morning

3, December 2009·1 min read

Cowes Floating Bridge Disruption During Wednesday

Some disruption due next Wednesday.

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