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Adventure starts as soon as you board the ferry ⛴️ Stay, play, getaway with Red Funnel #redfunnel
MLD danced their way around 14 locations on the #IsleofWight, raising money for @mountbatteniw.bsky.social along the way. We're proud to have been the final stop of their 11-hour dance marathon, with a great performance at sunset. Well done to everyone.👏
Donate:
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We're proud to support: MLD x Mountbatten!🌻
A fundraising initiative bought to us by Shunter Nathan Ricketts, we were delighted to welcome 46 dancers from MLD Dance Studio to the East Cowes terminal yesterday - including our own dancing Island Ambassador, Jess Burfitt!💃
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AUGUST ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT⭐️
Looking to visit the #IsleofWight and need some inspo on where to stay? Here's our August picks from our Red Funnel Holidays: eu1.hubs.ly/H0mcwrB0
When you book accommodation & ferry travel together, you’ll save 25% on your ferry crossing.
Cool off at the Beach🏝
With summer holidays in full swing, there’s no better time to hit the coast. Whether you’re after rockpooling, sunbathing or a cool dip in the briny, you’ll find the ideal spot for beating the heat by the sea.
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"...the #IsleofWight is an excellent location for spotting short-beaked common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins and the harbour porpoise."🐬
Find out more in Country Living: eu1.hubs.ly/H0mcsRh0
Thanks to @HantsIWWildlife for partnering with us to help secure this coverage!🤝
We couldn’t let #InternationalCatDay go by without sharing this purr-fect throwback to when Master Luke and Princess Leia boarded the Red Osprey last year!😻
Our North Lounge = not just for dogs! You can follow their adventures on Instagram at luke_leia_kittywars 🤩
We were proud to support Proms '25 at Robin Hill - an evening of classical music in aid of @mountbatteniw.bsky.social
The evening brought people together to enjoy exceptional classical performances, all in support of an incredible charity, with an amazing £5,442.98 raised on the night!👏
RED FUNNEL ARCHIVES 🚢
In 1991, Red Funnel introduced the first generation of Hi-Speed catamaran to the fleet.🤩
Red Jet 1 and 2 came into service first seating 138 passengers, with Red Jet 3 launched in 1998 seating 184 passengers.
Check out the launch video 🎥
The trusty Seaclear showing Red Eagle the way through the @Cowes_Week fleet ⛵️
#IsleofWight #IOW #Cowes #CowesWeek #Sailing #Timelapse #Boat #RedFunnel #ferry
Check out these photos of Ellie Aldridge & our Red Funnel Ambassador, @tomcourt4, making the most of yesterday’s weather.
📸 Martin Allen
#RedFunnel #RedFunnelFerry #CowesWeek #Cowes #IsleofWight #IOW #ProudtoSupport
What do you do when you're an Olympic gold medal-winning kitesurfer and racing at @cowes_week gets cancelled?🌧💨
You don a wetsuit and put on a show - wing foiling in front of the Royal Yacht Squadron to entertain the crowds!🤙
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Family fun day out on a budget... for under £10 🏝
We asked Robbie Lane from @IsleofWightGuru for his favourite days out on a budget, for a family of four spending under £10.👨👨👦👦
Check out his recommendations 👉 eu1.hubs.ly/H0m95xy0
#IsleofWight #IOW #RedFunnel @iowdonkeys
Make the most of our £50 day return ticket offer this Summer!☀️
Our brand-new travel offer is perfect for families and day trippers. Set sail from Southampton or East Cowes with a car and up to 7 passengers with this £50 Summer Day Return.🚢
eu1.hubs.ly/H0m4k4B0
#RedFunnel
Want to know what it's like to travel aboard our vehicle ferry with your pooch?🐶
Billy’s here to give you a tour!🚢
#IsleofWight #IOW #Southampton #RedFunnel #IsleofWoof #Dogfriendly #ferry #dog
#CowesWeek kicks-off today! Get ready for a week packed full of exciting racing on the water, family fun activities, and great entertainment on shore.⛵️
Why not experience it for yourself? Make the most of our Cowes Week travel offers: eu1.hubs.ly/H0m6_Qs0
#IsleofWight #IOW
Hello August!👋
The Isle of Wight is the ultimate destination for your summer holidays, with a jam-packed events calendar full of fun for the whole family!
Check out our events guide and start planning your August entertainment: eu1.hubs.ly/H0m4kMr0
#IsleofWight #RedFunnel
This or that...🤔
With Senior Hi-Speed Master, Paul.👋
#RedFunnel #RedFunnelFerry #ThisOrThat #Ferry
Who caught the start of the Rolex Fastnet Race in Cowes on Saturday?🙋♀️
Here's Red Falcon navigating the fleet of 444 boats, as they set off towards the iconic Fastnet Rock and onwards to the finish line in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin.🇫🇷
📸 Martin Allen / eu1.hubs.ly/H0m3X6q0
Find out how our Island Ambassadors, Supported Teams and Talents performed in JULY.⭐️
🌟 Island Ambassadors 👉 eu1.hubs.ly/H0m3qYM0
🌟 Supported Teams 👉 eu1.hubs.ly/H0m3rXW0
🌟 Supported Talents 👉 eu1.hubs.ly/H0m3rZS0
#ProudToSupport #RedFunnel #IsleofWight #IOW
Did you know that the #IsleofWight is a haven for red squirrels?🐿
They are smaller than their grey cousins who have slowly overtaken the native creatures since being introduced to the UK about 150 years ago.🌰
We've highlighted five spots to see them: eu1.hubs.ly/H0m3l2X0
Navigating a sea of boats on a busy Solent is not for the faint hearted.🚢
Mate Tom O’Hare captured this great video of the crew threading through the Rolex Fastnet Race fleet of over 400 boats on Saturday.
Best view in the house, did you see the action from onboard?👀
Don't forget to vote for your Island favourites in this year's #IsleofWight Awards!🏆⭐️
With 57 awards up for grabs across 19 categories in three main sectors, head to the below link, check out who's been nominated, and cast your votes!✅
VOTE NOW: tinyurl.com/53a885zj
Attracting competitors from across the globe, @Cowes_Week is a rite of passage for any sailing enthusiast and a true celebration of the sport.⛵️
Shore-side entertainment includes dedicated event zones, great food, bars and live music all week.🎶
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Tripadvisor have just released a list of the country's top trending seaside destinations... And at number one? Seaview, on the Isle of Wight! 🌞🌊🏖️
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It’s cruise ship season on the Solent!🛳
Check out the link to find out which vessels are departing Southampton, to see which you can spot from onboard during your crossing.
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#IsleofWight #Southampton #RedFunnel #Ferry #Cruise #CruiseShip
The poignant foreword to ‘Red Funnel Stuff’ delivered by General Manager, Captain Cyril Sharp, in 1939.✍️
This early equivalent of our modern ‘Isle of Wight Guide’ was published prior to the outbreak of WWII, which would see some of our fleet requisitioned by the Royal Navy.
Culture vultures heading for a weekend on the #IsleofWight can discover Victorian artists and royalty as well as catching a show at an Island theatre.👑
Read our blog for our suggestions for 48 hours enjoying some of our finest art, history and music.🎶
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How great is this postbox topper our team spotted while out and about in East Cowes last week?🚢
#IsleofWight #IOW #EastCowes #RedFunnel #Ferry #Postbox
Can you guess which of our Raptor ferries is home to a floating meeting room?🤔
#RedFunnel #RedFunnelFerry #Ferry #IsleofWight #Southampton
Best Ice Cream Spots on the #IsleofWight🍦
Whether you’re exploring quaint villages, strolling along the seaside, or taking a pit stop at one of the Island’s many amazing attractions, you’ll find a sweet treat around almost every corner.
Read our blog 👉 tinyurl.com/33mst4vs
