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5,000 Foot passenger tickets to be won

Foot Passenger ticket giveaway

We’re kicking off 2026 with our biggest ever ticket giveaway for Islanders…

To celebrate 165 years of sailing to the Isle of Wight (and the start of a new chapter for Red Funnel!) we’re giving away 5000 x Foot Passenger Tickets!

And the best bit… It’s completely free to enter! You just need to be signed up to our Island newsletter by 25 January, and you’ll automatically be entered into the prize draw at the end of the month.

We’ll be drawing 2500 winners, who will each win a pair of day return foot passenger tickets – valid anytime in 2026, for day return travel to Southampton, via either Red Jet or Vehicle Ferry.

If you’re already signed up to our newsletter, then good for you! You’re already in the draw, and don’t need to subscribe again.

If you’re not signed up, or can’t remember signing up, simply fill in the form below and we’ll add you. You’ll secure your place in the draw and will also receive our regular e-newsletter for Islanders, which includes exclusive travel offers, news, updates, and more.

Closing Date: 25th January 2026

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Terms & Conditions:

  • 5000 (2500 x pairs) day return foot passenger tickets available to win
  • Can be booked for travel anytime in 2026
  • Must be pre-booked at least 7 days in advance of travel
  • Bookings subject to availability
  • Valid for return travel from either West Cowes (via Red Jet) or East Cowes (via Vehicle Ferry)
  • Draw will be made at random from contacts on Red Funnel’s Island e-newsletter list
  • Winners will be notified and sent their tickets via email
  • Not valid in conjunction with any other offers

Travel across the Solent as a foot passenger on the Red Jet or Vehicle Ferry and arrive in Southampton for a full day of exploring or onward travel.

A relaxing walk through historic Old Town. Garden views while eating a fresh pastry or a football match with Saints. There are many reasons to visit Southampton.

This vibrant and historic port town has plenty to offer visitors in the way of delightful dining, fascinating history, and world-class museums.