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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.

3, March 2023·2 min read

East Cowes man found guilty of ‘deliberately’ breaching restraining order against Isle of Wight councillor

An East Cowes man has been found guilty of breaching a restraining order against an Isle of Wight councillor and using threatening or abusive behaviour

East Cowes Esplanade landslip by Martin Bowers

26, April 2014·1 min read

Esplanade landslip: ‘The noise was un-nerving, trees cracking and earth sliding’ (photos)

Allan told OnTheWight that although the landslip didn't look too serious from the photos, it was expected to be across the path of the road by the end of the night.

18, April 2016·1 min read

35 sacks of rubbish collected at East Cowes beach clean

Locals did their bit on Sunday to help clean up the coast along East Cowes from Castle Point to the Columbine building.

8, January 2016·1 min read

High praise from Ofsted for Isle of Wight primary school

It's not often we see such high praise for a headteacher, but this primary school head has certainly impressed the Ofsted inspectors.

15, February 2011·1 min read

Appeal For Open Air Gym In East Cowes

Support from East Cowes town council for outdoor gym requested

14, February 2018·2 min read

Access to Floating Bridge papers heavily restricted – Even to Scrutiny Members

Members of the Scrutiny Committee ask 'Who runs the council?' after being told they can only view floating bridge documents sat in front of a laptop at County Hall (with an estimated reading time of 30 hours).

20, July 2015·1 min read

Council push foot passenger charges on floating bridge back

The charges were supposed to come into force this week, but have been postponed due to delays in the supply of new equipment.

21, November 2014·1 min read

Commercially viable tidal energy a major step closer

Successful sea trials of Sustainable Marine Energy’s tidal energy platform, PLAT-O, demonstrates a fresh approach for delivering cost-effective tidal energy.

Knitted and crocheted poppies on the Town Arch

1, November 2019·1 min read

Hundreds of crocheted and knitted poppies adorn Town Arch in tribute to the fallen

This community effort was led by the East Cowes Women’s Institute, who've been working on the tribute throughout the summer months

7, May 2020·1 min read

East Cowes Town decorated for VE Day commemorations (photos)

The East Cowes VE Celebration Crafters have been working hard in the lead up to the planned commemorations. Details and photos within

11, October 2022·1 min read

Forget ‘Swap Shop’, East Cowes has plans for a ‘shop swap’

The applicants say the swap ensures both buildings remain economically active and contribute positively to East Cowes town centre, while giving the businesses the opportunity to adapt and strengthen their offer

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?

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