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Our Travel section is the place to check for fast and accurate travel updates from all the ferry companies, bus, train and hovercraft operator.

In this section, we’ll also let you know about road closures and diversions.

Below are articles relating to Isle of Wight travel.

12, December 2022·1 min read

David Randini extends BRAKE National Road Safety Week to an entire month

David Randini has extended BRAKE National Road Safety Week to an entire month, receiving an overwhelming response from Island Primary Schools

7, October 2010·3 min read

David Shepherd CBE and Pete Waterman OBE to Attend Opening Day of ‘Calbourne Weekend’

Patrons take part in opening ceremony

3, July 2009·1 min read

Day Out With Thomas @ Havenstreet

Thomas the Tank Engine rolls into Havenstreet Station for five fun-filled days.

14, January 2022·1 min read

DBS checks, training and safeguarding exams every two years under new taxi policy

Under the new taxi licensing policy, drivers will be required to undergo regular training, including sitting a safeguarding exam every two years

6, September 2021·1 min read

Death of Red Squirrel leads to plea for drivers to be more alert

“It died in my hands, its body still warm and I’m sure it could have been prevented if the driver was more alert.”

Keith Greenfield with Victoria of Wight.

9, May 2023·2 min read

Debunking misconceptions: Wightlink CEO defends the company’s financial transparency

Wightlink refutes Karl Hunter's claims, clarifying financial structure, Covid support utilisation, and tax compliance in a revealing statement

14, July 2020·1 min read

Decision to ask passengers to vacate vehicles during cross-Solent sailings was made by ferry companies

The MCA say that the decision to ask passengers to leave their cars was made by the ferry companies alone and not instructed by them

Aerial shot of Red Funnel ferry leaving Cowes

22, October 2021·2 min read

Deep fat fryer caused fire on board now returned Red Osprey: Red Jet still subject to cancellations (updated)

Although Red Osprey is back in service after yesterday's fire, there are still cancellations to the Red Jet service. Details within

12, February 2021·2 min read

Delay to Island Line reopening announced – Covid cited

‘Unforeseen challenges’ and Covid are cited as reasons for delaying the reopening of the Isle of Wight’s train line. While they’re waiting, they’ll take the opportunity to repaint the stations

17, April 2013·1 min read

Delay to return of Cowes Floating Bridge after inspection

Maintenance work is required following the annual MCA inspection.

13, April 2013·1 min read

Delays on Fishbourne ferry route due to medical emergency

Watch out for 30 minute delays today on the Fishbourne route.

28, May 2010·1 min read

Delays On Fishbourne-Portsmouth Route After Ferry Incident

Expect delays on WightLink tonight

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