Cowes Classics Day
Cowes Classics Day offers an incredible insight into a unique collection of classic cars from the Isle of Wight and beyond.
Sail & Save with our Cowes Classics Day-Return travel offers!
Foot Passenger Day Return - Adult: £14 | Child: £7
15% Off Vehicle Ferry Travel
Valid 7th June
T&C's apply, see below
What's On
Cowes Classics Regatta will run from 4th to 7th June and the Classic Car Day will be on Sunday 7th June from 10 am till 4 pm. Visiting this unique automotive and maritime showcase is free of charge.
Visitors will be able to enjoy a display of 60 vintage cars on the Parade, meet the owners, and find out more about the cars history and care.
The event is set on and around The Parade, in front of the royal yacht clubs in Cowes, Isle of Wight, the historical home of yachting in the UK.
Visitors will be able to enjoy this unique gathering of historic and interesting cars, boats and planes, accompanied by a support programme of activities and happenings.
Find out more here: cowesclassicsregatta.org/classicsday
Getting There
From Southampton: Sail across the Solent on our Hi-Speed Red Jet service, arriving in the heart of Cowes in just 28 minutes. If arriving with a vehicle, take Cowes Floating Bridge from East Cowes across the River Medina to Cowes.
By bus: Take the Southern Vectis no. 1 from Newport. Plan your journey here.
Travel Offer T&Cs
Vehicle Ferry: Valid for a day return crossing 7 June 2026, with up to 7 people (additional passenger rates available) in a car. Subject to availability. Conditions: Not valid with any other Red Funnel offer or concession, including standard Travel Card holder discounts. Valid for new bookings only. We reserve the right to withdraw this promotion without prior notice. Standard conditions of carriage apply †A £5 handling charge applies to telephone bookings. Offer available online only.
Red Jet: Valid for a day-return trip taken 7 June 2026 on any sailing between Southampton and West Cowes. Carriage is subject to availability and is on a first come first served basis. Note: It is not possible to pre-book specific sailing times with these tickets. Offer available online only
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