Time lapse video of the ferry crossing from Lymington to Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight. This beautiful route has views over the wetlands, which is home to many bird species, as well as a lovely views of Yarmouth and the West Isle of Wight Downs behind. http://youtu.be/z_yNG4J3-gM?hd=1
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One of the charms of visiting the Isle of Wight is the pleasant ferry trip across the Solent and this busy shipping lane always provides something new to see on each trip. A regular ferry service to and from the Isle of Wight has existed for more than 200 years and today ferries transports thousands of people each day via three routes.
The two main ferry operators are Wightlink and Redfunnel. Wightlink serves the Lymingston to Yarmouth and the Portsmouth to Fishbourne routes and Redfunnel runs ferries between Southampton and Cowes.
The crossing from Lymington to Yarmouth takes about 30 to 40 minutes but much of this time is taken up leaving Lymington where the ferry has to move slowly to protect sensitive wildlife which lives in the surrouding wetlands. The ferry gives an oportunity to view birdlife as one sails past. The arrival in Yarmouth is siularly interesting as you get a great view of Yarmouth Pier and Yarmouth Castle on your left and Yarmouth Harbour on your right.
Southampton to Cowes is one of the two more popular routes and the route takes roughly 40minutes. Arrival in Cowes offers good connections to all parts of the Isle of Wight.
Portsmouth to Fishbourne is very convenient for those traveling from the South East and arrives at the North East of the Isle of Wight.
You can find out more about both ferry companies at www.redfunnel.co.uk and www.wightlink.co.uk. We also have more information about booking a ferry crossing with your Isle of Wight holiday with Island Cottage Holidays at http://www.islandcottageholidays.com/ferry/.
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