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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.

Busy road at Osborne

17, April 2024·1 min read

Coastal path rally planned in East Cowes to improve walking routes for all

Ramblers seek better countryside paths for East Cowes, rallying for change

Umbrella Tree without fencing

14, April 2024·2 min read

East Cowes’s historic Umbrella Tree stands free after prolonged conservation battle

Iconic Umbrella Tree in East Cowes saved after seven years of campaigning

A rescue demonstration can be watched at the RNLI Inshore Lifeboat Centre open day

9, April 2024·2 min read

RNLI celebrates 200th anniversary with open day at Inshore Lifeboat Centre

RNLI commemorates 200 years with an Inshore Lifeboat Centre open day event

Flooding in East Cowes on 8th April 2024

9, April 2024·1 min read

Residents and retailers affected as Cowes and East Cowes experience substantial flooding (photo gallery)

Substantial flooding hits the Island; locals share the impact on communities

Norris Castle from the air

8, April 2024·6 min read

Concerns over heritage and ecology influence Norris Castle development decision

Norris Castle development in doubt as planning officers recommend against the project

No waiting signs

8, April 2024·1 min read

Isle of wight council seeks feedback on traffic flow improvements

Traffic order consultations open for Ryde, Newport, Seaview, and East Cowes roads

Flooding by floating bridge Aug 2023

6, April 2024·1 min read

Residents advised to prepare for high tides and potential flooding on the Isle of Wight

Precautionary measures urged ahead of high tides and strong winds

Flood alert map

28, March 2024·1 min read

Flood alert for Isle of Wight coastline due to high tide and strong winds

Strong southerly winds lead to flood alert for Isle of Wight coastline

two people with a dog walking along Priory Bay beach - IW Ramblers

27, March 2024·2 min read

Coastal walkers face challenges as private landowners restrict Isle of Wight beach access

Isle of Wight coastline walkers face access issues with privately owned areas

Earth Clipper Uber Boat - Wight Shipyard

26, March 2024·1 min read

Wight Shipyard leads green revolution for UK’s first zero-emission hybrid ferry

Innovation and sustainability win as the Earth Clipper takes home prestigious maritime award

Aerial view of Venture Quays sites for sale

25, March 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council to sell two sites following development struggle

Isle of Wight council decides to dispose of two sites as housing project stalls

East Cowes esplanade toilets

25, March 2024·2 min read

Town Council eyes £150k loan for much-needed renovation of seafront public toilets

East Cowes plans refurbishment of its seafront toilets without raising local taxes

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