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Bluebell Woods

Hythe

a Seaside Town in the county of Kent

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Bolton

in the county of Lancashire

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in the county of Isle of Wight

About Cowes

The most famous yachting resort in the world. Cowes dates back to Tudor times and is divided in two by the River Medina, creating East and West Cowes. The two being linked by a chain ferry. West Cowes being the more vibrant of the two especially during Cowes Week (August), when it is filled with yachts from around the world and personalities to match. The new waterfront development of marinas replacing the old industry of shipbuilding but still retaining the services of the yachting industry.

Cowes has many fashionable cafes, restaurants and shops, mostly along the High Street. The entrance from the harbour and home to the Royal Yacht Squadron is Cowes Castle (erected in 1538 on the orders of Henry VIII). From here the 22 brass cannons (once used on William IVâ??s ship Royal Adelaide) mark the start of the races. From the esplanade visitors can watch the start of the races, the shipping movement of Red Funnelâ??s Hydrofoil service or the Car Ferry service to Southampton, movements within the River Medina also include Blade Runner carrying the wind turbine blades for export. From here one can also see the many cruse ships proceeding through Southampton Water.

The mix of residential properties rising from the waterfront to higher ground in the Northwood area including Northwood House now used by Cowes Council.

Exploring the town past and present, a visit to the Maritime Museum housed in the library in Beckford Road, Sir Max Aitken Museum, High Street or the Parish Church of St. Mary built by the famous architect John Nash. The new Boat Trail, a four-mile walking route which features 40 places of historic interest.

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Altar window in St.Thomas's Church

Newport (21 Pictures) in the county of Isle of Wight

(4.1 miles, 6.6 km, direction S of Cowes)

County Town, being sited on the River Medina, about 5 miles from the sea. Despite its name, the town became the 'New Port' and was given its charter by Richard de Revers, Lord of the Island, as early as 1180...

Carisbrooke Castle, on the Isle of Wight

Carisbrooke (23 Pictures) in the county of Isle of Wight

(5.0 miles, 8.0 km, direction S of Cowes)

Carisbrooke sits close to Newport on the lovely Isle of Wight...

Exbury Gardens

Exbury (15 Pictures) in the county of Hampshire

(5.0 miles, 8.1 km, direction NW of Cowes)

Standing close to the saltmarshes and creeks along the Beaulieu River, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Exbury must be one of the most captivating villages for miles around...

Ryde Marina and Harbour

Ryde (41 Pictures) in the county of Isle of Wight

(6.4 miles, 10.4 km, direction E of Cowes)

One of the Island's most popular resorts and is situated on the north-east coast. The town is the first port of call from the mainland on the south-east side...

Beaulieu, Hampshire

Beaulieu (146 Pictures) in the county of Hampshire

(7.7 miles, 12.4 km, direction NW of Cowes)

This lovely village is set in the lush greenery of the New Forest where a pretty village street leads to the banks of the Beaulieu River at the point at which it opens up as an estuary...

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Osborne House. Isle of Wight

Osborne House (73 Pictures)

(1.7 miles, 2.8 km, direction SE)

It is often said, in spite of the fact Queen Victoria spent much of her time at Balmoral in the Scottish highlands, that Osborne.....

Exbury gardens, Exbury, Hampshire

Exbury Gardens (64 Pictures)

(4.9 miles, 7.9 km, direction NW)

This is a spectacular garden hidden in pleasant countryside overlooking the Beaulieu River in the New Forest. The.....

Quarr, Old Abbey ruins

Quarr Abbey (4 Pictures)

(5.0 miles, 8.0 km, direction SE)

The ruins of Quarr Abbey can be found close to the entrance of Wooten Creek, a pretty waterway used by small fishing boats and.....

Carisbrooke Castle looking inwards

Carisbrooke Castle & Museum (28 Pictures)

(5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction S)

The castle is where the Roundheads kept King Charles I a prisoner from 1647 until shortly before his execution on 30 January.....

The old chapel to the former military hospital (Now a visitor centre)

Royal Victoria Country Park (23 Pictures)

(7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction N)

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Titchfield Abbey, near Fareham, Hampshire

Titchfield Abbey (9 Pictures)

(7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction NE)

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Flamingo Park, Seaview, Isle of Wight

Flamingo Park (4 Pictures)

(7.7 miles, 12.4 km, direction SE)

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