Fastcat berthed in Portsmouth

Wightlink announce later crossings in trial for December

Wightlink will be running later foot passenger services between Portsmouth Harbour and Ryde Pier Head in December. 

They will allow Isle of Wight residents and mainland customers to enjoy an evening out on the other side of the Solent in the run-up to Christmas. 

Extra foot passenger sailings Portsmouth Harbour-Ryde Ryde-Portsmouth Harbour
Friday 9 December Saturday 10 December 21:20 and 22:45 22:00
Friday 16 December Saturday 17 December 21:20 and 22:45 22:00
Thursday 22 Friday 23 December 21:20 and 22:45 22:00

Wightlink’s overnight vehicle ferries from its terminal in Gunwharf Road also carry foot passengers if customers wish to return later.  

Wightlink Chief Executive Keith Greenfield explains,

“If these sailings prove popular with customers, we will consider later sailings at other times of the year on this route.” 

Book in advance
These services will be operated by Blue Funnel catamarans. Customers should book in advance through the Wightlink App or the Website.

Article edit
3.50pm 14th Nov 2022 – ‘Fastcat’ removed from headline


Karen shares this latest news on behalf of Wightlink. Ed

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