Description
Exploring the town that lies behind the famous harbour is a delight, whichever way you choose to arrive in Cowes. The towns of West Cowes and East Cowes are separated by the River Medina and linked by the "floating bridge", a chain ferry that shuttles to and fro across the river. Cowes is steeped in maritime heritage as well as being known the world-over for hosting some of the best yachting events in the world, such as Cowes Week, held annually in August.
Cowes is certainly a Mecca for yachtsmen around the world and the town of West Cowes provides its visitors with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The High Street is pedestrianised and is packed with independent shops, boutiques and galleries as well as chandlers and purveyors of the most famous brands of sailing gear.
General information
Security
Video-surveillance (tel): no
Guardian (tel): no
Berthing, mooring & anchoring
Environmental management
Bilge pumps no
Careening facility no
Wastewater suction no
Selective sorting no
Waste disposal point no
Collected wastes
Solid and liquid toxics no
Batteries no
Boat batteries no
Metals no
Plastic Bottles no
Glass no
Uncontaminated paper & cardboard no
Distress rockets no
Waste oil, filters no
Large volumes and non-toxic waste no
Technical areas
Travelift: no
Crane(s): no
On port handling: no
Out port handling: no
Wedge launch: no
Storage ashore: no
Refueling station
Gasoil: no
SP98: no
SP95: no
GPL: no
Services to boaters
Wi-Fi access: no
Victualling: no
Marine hardware: no
Accommodation: no
Car Park: no
Showers: no
WC: no
Laundries: no
Disabled access: no
Washing-up basin: no
Electricity on pontoons: no
Electricity on docks: no
Water on pontoons: no
Water on docks: no