Isle of Wight Nostalgia - Cowes Waterfront

Cowes waterfront

A fine panorama of West Cowes from the ferry


Cowes waterfront

Cowes Castle (Royal Yacht Squadron) is in the foreground with Trinity Church behind.


Cowes waterfront

Castle Hill with Queens Road branching to the right in front of Trinity Church.


Cowes waterfront

The orange markers to the right are used as race markers. Yachts end their race when they are aligned with both.


Cowes waterfront

Island Sailing Club, Customs, Townsend House & Globe Hotel


Cowes waterfront

Formerly Ratsey's sail loft, it became the home of Sir Max Aitken and now houses the Sir Max Aitken Museum (mainly maritime exhibits). It is open to the public during the season.


Cowes waterfront


Cowes waterfront


Cowes waterfront


Cowes waterfront

The Blake's chain ferry carries the A 3021 road across the river.


Cowes waterfront

The home of helicopters, hovercraft & much more.


Cowes waterfront

The car ferry terminus in East Cowes.


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