The first acts for @isleofwightfest 2027 have dropped!🙌 Who are you most excited to see? The festival fun starts before you even reach Seaclose Park! Kick-start the party at the port and travel over with Red Funnel.🚢 👉 Plan your trip: tinyurl.com/33pyjce6 #IOW2027

RED FUNNEL ARCHIVES🚢 Look back at MV Carisbrooke Castle, pictured here unloading vehicles. Built in 1959 by Thornycroft in Woolston, she was Red Funnel's first purpose-built car ferry, operating between Southampton and Cowes until 1974, when she was sold to operate in Naples.

Three Isle of Wight walks to add to your autumn plans!🥾 Make the most of this beautiful season with a walk on the Island, whether you're visiting for the day or planning a longer break.🍂 Which one would you choose?👇 #RedFunnel #IsleofWight #Autumn #Walking #IOW

RED FUNNEL CAM 📽️ A little throwback to Red Kestrel making her way home from Portland following her refit, sailing past the iconic Needles. Thank you to deckhand Sam for capturing this view! 📽️ eu1.hubs.ly/H0zcmfV0 #RedFunnel #IsleofWight #TheNeedles #IOW #Ferry

Well done to our colleagues who took on yesterday's #GreatSouthRun in support of our Charity of the Year - Friends of the Animals!🏃 Nick, Chris N, Oli, Chris G and Oliver successfully completed the 10-mile road race in Portsmouth raising over £700 for the charity.👏

Good luck to our Red Funnel team taking on the Great South Run today!🏃‍♂️ 10 members of our team are lacing up their running shoes and taking on the challenge in support of our Charity of the Year, Friends of the Animals.🫶 📸 @Great_Run #RedFunnel #GreatSouthRun

Did you know the Isle of Wight is one of the UK's top spots for fossil hunting?🦕 From dinosaur remains along the south coast to fossils of ancient mammals in the north, there's millions of years of history waiting to be discovered. 👉 Read the blog: tinyurl.com/35s5yvhj

Day trip to Cowes? Yes please!🚢 From independent shops and some great pubs and restaurants, Cowes has everything you need for a day out on the Isle of Wight! 🌊 Travel using our Super Off-Peak Day Return from just £14 per adult. 👉 Book now: eu1.hubs.ly/H0z6FTs0

Moulin Rouge late-night sailing - 17 October 🎭 This month’s late-night sailing is for Moulin Rouge - The Musical on 17 October, when the 10.30pm Red Jet from Southampton will depart at 11pm, with the return sailing from West Cowes now departing at 11.35pm instead of 11:05pm.

**𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡** We're searching for our Charity of the Year 2027!🥳 Each year we support a fantastic local charity, helping them with everything from fundraising and volunteering to PR and marketing activity. Find out more & apply: eu1.hubs.ly/H0z03T30

SPONSORSHIP APPLICATIONS FOR 2027 ARE OPEN! 🙌 Apply to become a Red Funnel Island Ambassador or Supported Team in 2027. Through travel sponsorship and wider support, Red Funnel is proud to celebrate the achievements of talented Islanders.🚢 👉 APPLY: eu1.hubs.ly/H0z06MX0

A change of scenery? We've got you covered 🫶 Pack your bags, jump onboard and leave the mainland behind for a few days. The Isle of Wight is just a ferry crossing away, and autumn is a great time to make the trip!🍂 👉 Book your crossing at redfunnel.co.uk

OCTOBER ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT ⭐️ Thinking about an #IsleofWight getaway?🍂 From family breaks to a few nights away, take a look at this month’s featured places: eu1.hubs.ly/H0yR6-_0 Save 25% on ferry travel when you book your accommodation through Red Funnel Holidays.🚢

RED FUNNEL ARCHIVES 📚 PS Lorna Doone (I) making her way past The Needles in this brilliant shot from our archives. Lorna Doone joined the Red Funnel fleet in 1898 and remained in service until 1947. Learn more about our history: eu1.hubs.ly/H0yThZG0

Meet our Red Funnel Raptors!🚢 Red Falcon, Red Osprey and Red Eagle have been carrying passengers and vehicles across the Solent for more than 30 years, but how much do you know about them?🤔 Get to know our Raptor Class fleet. #RedFunnel #IsleofWight #Ferry #RaptorClass #IOW

It’s #RedSquirrelAwarenessWeek Week!🐿️ The #IsleofWight is one of the last strongholds for red squirrels in southern England, making it a pretty special place to spot them. Want to see one? Check out our guide on where to look: tinyurl.com/4nyvybz8 📸 Sienna Anderson

Autumn brings plenty of reasons to hop on the ferry, from long walks and pub lunches to seasonal events and quieter days out.🚢 We’ve put together our guide to making the most of the Island this Autumn, including places to visit and things to do.🍂 👉 tinyurl.com/23sxvhjc

Pumpkin picking season is here!🎃 Westover Farm Pumpkin Patch is back for another season of pumpkin picking on the Island. Open on various dates throughout October, there’s plenty of time to pick your perfect pumpkin and get into the autumn spirit. #RedFunnel #IsleofWight

Here's the latest from our Island Ambassadors, Teams and Supported Talents. Check out the September highlights: 🌟Island Ambassadors: eu1.hubs.ly/H0xSY7q0 🌟Supported Teams: eu1.hubs.ly/H0xSXw-0 🌟Supported Talents: eu1.hubs.ly/H0xS-R60

Consider this your invitation to visit Godshill.🌸 Thatched cottages, winding streets, delicious eateries and plenty of reasons to stop and explore. Who’s planning a trip? #RedFunnel #IsleofWight #Godshill #IOW #Ferry