Vosper Viking Speedboat Donated to the Museum
The museum has received a donation of a 1930's Vosper Viking speedboat from the family of Alan Driscoll who sadly passed away last year. ...
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New Carnival shines the light on IW Coastal Heritage
Crossing the Bar (XTB) A unique three day mini walking Festival returns on the 14 October 2022 running through to the 16th October. The...
St Catherine's Lighthouse Lens Loaned to the Museum
Trinity House (the official authority for lighthouses in England and Wales) have loaned the lens from the St Catherine’s lighthouse to...
Over 60 entries for Uffa Fox Celebratory Regatta
Over 60 boats have now entered the Uffa Fox 50 Celebration Regatta which is taking place between the 18th - 21st August. With boats...
UF50 Celebrations announced to mark the 50th anniversary of Uffa Fox's passing
Uffa Fox (1898-1972) was a legend in his lifetime, one of the most highly regarded naval architects and enthusiast of all aspects of...
A whole lot of rope for Vigia
The replica of Vigia, the 1872 Catboat, originally built by C.Corke in Birmingham Road, Cowes that the Museum is building is progressing...
Kids go free at the Classic Boat Museum this Summer
The Classic Boat Museum has lowered its entry price to help families with the increasing cost of living. The team at the museum want to...
National Lottery Ticket Holders offered free entry
The Classic Boat Museum Gallery in East Cowes is offering free entry on Saturday 9th July 2022 for any visitor that has a National...
Business school group OUTSEAD visits the Museum
The Classic Boat Museum welcomed OUTSEAD, a group of business school students from INSEAD who have met every year since 1984 except...
Installation of the RS Zest
A big thank you to RS Zest for donating the Zest and the backdrop. The Zest is one of the most popular boats for beginners taking part in...