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The River Medina runs from Cowes and East Cowes, down into Newport - and is home to a number of yacht clubs, marinas and businesses.
The Medina Estuary is a great place for wildlife; its tidal waters, saltmarsh and mudflats are home to a wide range of plants and animals that are specially adapted to living in the challenging conditions. Saltmarshes are essential to the estuary's ecosystem.
They contain rare and vulnerable plants and provide nutrients for invertebrates that are food for water birds. They are important resting and feeding sites throughout the tidal cycle from late October to early March and a safe haven for young birds in summer.
Saltmarshes help to reduce bank erosion by absorbing boat wash but are very vulnerable to trampling and sea level rise. Intertidal mud contains huge numbers of worms and snails that support the birds that spend the winter in the estuary.
When the mud is underwater the birds retreat to roost on the saltmarsh or sometimes the pontoons in Cowes fairway. Wading birds like dunlins, oystercatchers and lapwings can often be seen on pontoons at High Water and the buoys, navigation markers and piles provide a convenient resting spot for cormorants and terns in the summer.
There are also plenty of places to eat and drink as you make your way down the River Medina, why not take a gentle walk from Newport - along the river - and make your way down to the Folly Inn, before continuing your walk into East Cowes.
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Cowes
Join British chocolatier, author and business woman Chantal Coady OBE at Foresters Hall in Cowes as she shares her journey from founding award winning ‘Rococo’ Chocolates to campaigning for slavery free chocolate. The discussion will also cover the…
Cowes
Explore this unique museum in Cowes, home to three centuries of yachting and maritime history.
COWES
Abbey Brass, the Island's newest brass band, performs music for all tastes including classical, and music from films and musicals.
The programme includes the world premiere of Island Life by Mary Lillington. Admission is free with a retiring…
WEST COWES
Located on The Parade, The Yachtsman has an enviable terrace with views over The Solent and beyond.
Cowes
Iconic Northwood House, which is set in beautiful Northwood Park in the heart of Cowes, has a rich history of hosting events and celebrations of all kinds. It is one of the busiest wedding venues on the Island hosting ceremonies and receptions…
WEST COWES
Foresters Hall (previously known as North House) is a Grade II listed townhouse located in the heart of Cowes Old Town.
Cowes
Great night planned with live music, good food & enjoy fiz & cocktails
COWES
Firefly House is a 4 bedroom luxury Victorian house with 2 parking spaces, just a few minutes walk from the historic town centre, waterfront and marinas of Cowes, home of UK yacht racing, and gateway to the Isle of Wight.
COWES
Somerton Farm Holiday Cottage is located on the outskirts the beautiful yachting town of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Somerton Farm Holiday Cottage offers spacious, family and dog friendly accommodation.
COWES
Follow in the footsteps of literary greats like Edward Lear, Robert Graves and AA Milne, with the Isle of Wight Literary Heroes Trail
WEST COWES
The New Holmwood Hotel offers its clientele the warmest of welcomes and the highest level of service. With their sea facing lounges & restaurant and their two outdoor terraces all facing the water, there is plenty of space to enjoy watching the…
Cowes
Celebrating its 18th year, Cowes Classics Regatta is all about racing traditional yachts on the water and enjoying fabulous social events ashore.
Over 150 boats will be sailing varied courses set in the Solent including Metre boats, Classic…
COWES
Jack Thompson, an independent lifestyle and interior design store, has quickly become a cornerstone of the Cowes community since its launch in 2022. Housed in a beautifully renovated Victorian building on Cowes High Street, the store’s…
EAST COWES
Nos 1 Sovereign's Gate Osborne is a holiday cottages that has been developed in this iconic building at Osborne. Sovereign's Gate was commissioned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert as the formal entrance to Osborne.
EAST COWES
The Folly Inn is an open plan, rustic pub perched on the banks of the River Medina, just up the river from East Cowes in Whippingham.
East Cowes
East Cowes Marina welcomes visiting yachts and motor boats all year round to our 360 berth marina on the sunny and sheltered banks of the river Medina.
Cowes
UK Sailing Academy's (UKSA) accredited Dinghy Start course is designed for complete beginners and is ideal for children (8-15 years old).
The syllabus is taught with a ratio of (6:1) students to instructor and covers the following: * Stage 1 –…
EAST COWES
Osborne Golf Club is a golfing legacy left by Queen Victoria. Situated on the Osborne House Estate, this charming 9 hole course is the Isle of Wights oldest and longest.
Cowes
The Northwood House Christmas Fair is on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December 2024.
The Fair has been one of the busiest Christmas events on the Island and will again be featuring a selection of over 40 of the best local gift…
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