Cowes

It was a nice warm and sunny morning so we decided to take down the awning to save time in the morning.

Then we went to East Cowes. We had a walk down by the water and a stroll around the shops.

Then we went across the floating bridge to Cowes, one of only five remaining chain ferries in the UK. It dates from 1975 although a ferry has worked this route since 1720.

One of the most upmarket parts of the island it consists of a warren of narrow streets lined with smart shops and old historic pubs.

Then we headed off to Wetherspoons in Newport for tea before nipping to Ryde for a second helping of the Waltzing Waters.