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Cowes Fairway

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Once in the fairway, the famous landmarks of Cowes come into focus.
Immediately to port is the Breakwater Construction Zone, and the main
harbour swinging moorings; to starboard is the Royal Yacht Squadron, and
the giant Union Flag doors of Venture Quays ahead. The historic Cowes
Parade stretches along the waterfront encompassing Trinity Landing, a
public pontoon facility, and many of the famous Cowes yacht clubs.
Red Funnel’s terminal for the Red Jet, its fast passenger service, is next to
the Town Quay - the home of the Harbour Master’s offices and pontoons
for visiting RIBs under 7m in length. A small scrubbing berth is also available.
Next in line to starboard, are Cowes Yacht Haven and Shepards Wharf
Marina. The Chain Ferry that links Cowes and East Cowes crosses the River
Medina immediately south of Shepards Wharf Marina.
The easte rn side of the River Medina, East Cowes, is the home of marine
related industry based at the historic Saunders-Roe aircraft works (Venture
Quays) and the old J. Samuel White Shipyard. The Classic Boat Museum is
close to East Cowes Esplanade.
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