It’s the little things that make a difference.
Sit back and relax or stroll the decks and breathe in the fresh sea air. Catch up on work, connect with friends, or indulge your cravings with an Isle of Wight tea or coffee and a bite to eat. Red Funnel’s onboard facilities were designed to help make every crossing comfortable and enjoyable, no matter where you’re heading.
Southampton to East Cowes
Once you’ve boarded, we’ve got a range of onboard dining options and outside decks to explore, along with work facilities to help make your crossing as productive – or as relaxing – as you like.
Food and drink available on the Southampton to East Cowes vehicle ferry includes:
- Freshly prepared hot breakfasts and meals
- Sandwiches, pasties, muffins and pastries
- Costa Coffee
- Alcoholic beverages wine, beer & spirits)
Guests travelling on our Southampton to East Cowes Vehicle Ferries (the Red Eagle, Red Falcon, and Red Osprey) can upgrade bookings to include Signature Lounge access. This exclusive lounge is a quiet, relaxing space to work, socialise, or relax.
Complimentary standard WiFi available across the ship, with free enhanced high-speed WiFi provided exclusively in the signature Lounge. Plug sockets and charging points are available at tables and tray-back seats.
Bring small toys and colouring onboard with you or find something fun in our gift shop! Keep the whole family entertained by exploring the Solent from the outside decks - what will you spot? You can even keep a look out for our mascot, Captain Ted Funnel when he comes to visit our passengers. For teens, free WiFi and plug sockets means they won’t miss a thing from their social circles!
- Wheelchair friendly with passenger lifts to B Deck.
- Dedicated accessible toilet facilities
- Designated seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
- On board Service Officer & crew available on B Deck for assistance
Southampton to West Cowes
Our Hi-Speed service gives you just enough time to enjoy a beverage or snack, catch up on emails, or simply sit back and enjoy the ride.
Drinks
Our on-board drinks service offers a great selection of hot and cold beverages including Isle of Wight Tea and Coffee, hot chocolate, soft drinks, a variety of snacks and a range of beers, ciders, spirits and wines, some of which are locally sourced from Island brands and producers.
Relax
Sit back and enjoy the ride in comfortable leather seats, air conditioning, and a drinks service that delivers right to your seat.
Accessibility
The Hi-Speed service is wheelchair friendly with space for two wheelchairs on every sailing. Staff are available to assist you during boarding and help with luggage. On-board safety videos have subtitles, and safety instruction cards are available in seat pockets. Red Jet 6 and 7 are fitted with an accessible toilet.
Shopping
On board our Southampton-East Cowes Vehicle Ferries and in our Southampton T1 terminal, you’ll find Red Funnel’s shops – the perfect place to pick out Isle of Wight souvenirs, Red Funnel-branded gifts and last-minute travel essentials. Grab some food and drink for the journey, or choose a memento from your time on the Isle of Wight.
Food & Drink
Famed for our breakfasts, we offer a varied menu of freshly prepared hot food, alongside sandwiches and tasty pasties. You can also enjoy a selection of muffins, cookies and pastries, paired with local Isle of Wight coffee, tea or an indulgent hot chocolate – or simply relax with a glass of wine or beer. On sunny days treat yourself to an Island-made ice cream on the outer deck.
Signature Lounge
Guests travelling on our Vehicle Ferries can upgrade their booking to include Signature Lounge access. Our premium lounge is a quieter, more relaxed space to work, socialise and travel. The lounge serves a range of complimentary drinks and snacks to guests throughout the sailing.