Separated by the river Medina, Cowes and East Cowes are attractive sailing towns, linked by a chain ferry. Cowes is a yachting and boating town playing host to many national and international events. Fashionable clothes and gift shops surround the narrow high street. Delicatessens , Cafes, Restaurants and lively pubs many of them catering for the yachting community lie along the seafront.

The terminal for the high speed passenger catamaran service to Southampton is at Fountain Quay. Cowes plays host to the annual Cowes Week show which is a popular venue for yachtsmen and all the family, featuring shows, live music, yacht races and a spectacular fireworks display.

Cowes accommodation:

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