Isle of Wight ferry company shares timetable outlook for the rest of the year
Among other things, the ferry company will closely monitor demand for evening Red Jet services, with a view to extend the current timetable
In an effort to give its customers as much information as possible, Red Funnel is sharing its outlook on ferry timetables for the foreseeable future.
Based on the planned easing of national restrictions expected to take effect on or after 17th May, including the anticipated reopening of hotels, indoor hospitality, leisure and attractions, the operator will closely monitor demand for evening Red Jet services, with a view to extend the current timetable later into the evening.
A NEWPORT based civil servant who works for the Ministry of Defence in Southampton, has been forced to work from home this weekend after being told many sailings were sold out. Richard Kent uses the East Cowes to Southampton Red Funnel vehicle crossing throughout the week, using a season ticket. The issue of sailings being fully booked is more prevalent than usual due to Bank Holiday weekend and reduced passenger capacity, and is likely to resurface during the summer, with people around the UK unable to travel abroad. Richard said: I ve been taking the car across and all of a sudden because everything is unlocking they ve forgotten about the commuters.
Could be busier on the Isle of Wight over the next few days as ferry crossing sell out
Red Funnel is still operating at a reduced capacity on their boats, but say many crossings are selling out
At this time, plenty of space is available on Saturday and Sunday.
The operator has also re-opened its retail, coffee shop and outdoor Terrance Bar in Terminal 1 Southampton, with a newly refurbished interior and a wider selection of food and drinks.
Running at reduced passenger capacity
Sailings are filling up as Red Funnel continues to run at reduced passenger capacity, carrying 56 per cent of normal limits in support of social distancing. The company is operating a two-boat service, as Red Falcon is out for engine crankshaft repair.
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Red Funnel Braced For Busy Bank Holiday Weekend
By Oliver Dyer
Isle of Wight ferry operator Red Funnel says it is bracing itself for a busy Bank Holiday weekend, as its Friday (30) and Monday (3) sailings are close to selling out.
The firm has also re-opened its retail, coffee shop and outdoor Terrance Bar in Terminal 1 Southampton, with a newly refurbished interior and a wider selection of food and drinks.
Sailings are filling up as Red Funnel continues to run at reduced passenger capacity, carrying 56% of normal limits in support of social distancing.
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Voting NOW Open: Red Funnel Isle Of Wight Awards 2021
By Iona Stewart-Richardson
Islanders are being invited to vote in the Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards 2021.
The awards recognise the Isle of Wight’s diverse and wonderful places to visit, eat, drink and stay, ranging from Best Campsite to Best Burger.
The public vote will remain open until 30 Sept 2021, and see the nominees in 19 categories narrowed down to three finalists per category.
A guest judge panel will decide the overall winners, recognising their achievements with Gold, Silver and Bronze awards at a final ceremony on the Island, at a date to be determined.