East Cowes Collection

Queen Victoria at Osborne House, 1865 (1906). From Cassells History of England, Vol. VI. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1906]. (Colorised black and white print)

England, Isle of Wight, East Cowes, Whippingham, St. Mildred
England, Isle of Wight, East Cowes, Whippingham, St.Mildreds Church near Osborne House used by Queen Victoria and The Royal Family

Sir Henry Ponsonby (b / w photo)
1100445 Sir Henry Ponsonby (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Ponsonby)

New Landing Place, at East Cowes, built for Her Majesty (engraving)
1101560 New Landing Place, at East Cowes, built for Her Majesty (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Landing Place, at East Cowes, built for Her Majesty)

The Queen presenting a new Road to the Inhabitants of East Cowes, on Saturday, 23 July (litho)
1606315 The Queen presenting a new Road to the Inhabitants of East Cowes, on Saturday, 23 July (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Court at Cowes, a Royal Cycling Party (litho)
1600875 The Court at Cowes, a Royal Cycling Party (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Court at Cowes, a Royal Cycling Party, the Prince of Wales)

Inspection of HMS Galatea by the Queen in Osborne Bay, East Cowes (engraving)
1611239 Inspection of HMS Galatea by the Queen in Osborne Bay, East Cowes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The King landing at Trinity Pier, East Cowes, on 31 January (litho)
1040444 The King landing at Trinity Pier, East Cowes, on 31 January (litho) by Maud, William T. (1865-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King landing at Trinity Pier, East Cowes)

The Grand Naval Review (engraving)
1596046 The Grand Naval Review (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand Naval Review. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 August 1889)

Shell House, East Cowes, Isle of Wight (colour photo)
3091258 Shell House, East Cowes, Isle of Wight (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shell House, East Cowes, Isle of Wight)

The Kings Guard landing at the South-Western Pier, East Cowes (litho)
1040185 The Kings Guard landing at the South-Western Pier, East Cowes (litho) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kings Guard landing at the South-Western Pier)

West Cowes, View from East Cowes (b / w photo)
3091976 West Cowes, View from East Cowes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: West Cowes, View from East Cowes)

Launch of the Emperor of Russias New Schooner Yacht, and Visit of his Son, the Grand Duke Constantine
1101953 Launch of the Emperor of Russias New Schooner Yacht, and Visit of his Son, the Grand Duke Constantine, at Cowes (engraving) by English School

New wing of Osborne House, Isle of Wight, 1845. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
New wing of Osborne House, Isle of Wight, 1845. Improvements to one of the royal residences:Mr. Thomas Cubitt, the eminent builder

New Lodge, Osborne House, 1845. Creator: Unknown
New Lodge, Osborne House, 1845. Gatehouse to one of the royal residences on the Isle of Wight. From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII

Her Majestys Marine Residence, Isle of Wight, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Her Majestys Marine Residence, Isle of Wight, 1844. Queen Victorias house at East Cowes, which was demolished to make way for the new Osborne House

Isle of Wight PO32 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Isle of Wight PO32 6

Osborne House at the time of Victoria, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Osborne House at the time of Victoria, (1901). View of Osborne House near East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901)

Osborne House (Isle of Wight) - The Drawing Room. Creator: Unknown
Osborne House (Isle of Wight) - The Drawing Room. Osborne House in East Cowes, Isle of Wight, was built between 1845 and 1851 for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert as a summer home and rural retreat

Saunders Aeroplanes in hangar, East Cowes, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Saunders Aeroplanes in hangar, East Cowes, 1914. S. E. Saunders were involved in the development of early amphibious aircraft

View of Spring Hill, Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1930. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
View of Spring Hill, Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1930. Spring Hill is an estate on the Isle of Wight containing the large landmark manor house of the same name

Osborne House, Isle of Wight, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Osborne House, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, 1894. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert bought Osborne House and its estate from Lady Isabella Blachford in 1845

Osborne House, c1920s. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Osborne House, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, c1920s. A former royal residence built between 1845 and 1851 for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert as a summer home and rural retreat

Osborne House, c1896. Artist: A Debenham
Osborne House, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Osborne House, I. O. W. C1900. Artist: A Debenham
Osborne House, I.O.W. C1900. Osborne House is a former royal residence in East Cowes, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. The house was built between 1845 and 1851 for Queen Victoria

Osborne House, 1859. Artists: Edward Paxman Brandard, William Henry Bartlett
Osborne House, 1859. Former royal residence in East Cowes, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. The house was built between 1845 and 1851 for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert as a summer home

Queen Victoria Lying in State at Osborne House, 1901 (c1902). Queen Victoria lying in state at Osborne House, 1901. The body of Queen Victoria (1819-1901), the longest-ruling British monarch

Last Moments of Queen Victoria - Scene at Osborne House, 1901 (c1902). Queen Victoria (1819?1901) died on Tuesday, 22 January 1901, at half past six in the evening

The Queens Private Sitting Room at Osborne, c1899, (1901). Artist: Hughes & Mullins
The Queens Private Sitting Room at Osborne, c1899, (1901). Osborne House is a former royal residence in East Cowes, Isle of Wight

The Queens Dining Room at Osborne House, c1899, (1901). Artist: HN King
The Queens Dining Room at Osborne House, c1899, (1901). The Queens Dining Room was converted into a temporary chapel for the lying in state of Queen Victoria in 1901

Norris Castle East Cowes Brown & Wheeler 1865
Norris Castle, East Cowes; Brown & Wheeler; 1865 - 1867; Albumen silver print

Osborne House from the Grounds, from Leisure Hour, 1888 (engraving)
XJF315764 Osborne House from the Grounds, from Leisure Hour, 1888 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Car Ferry
1909: Cars boarding the Cowes Steam Ferry, bound for East Cowes on the Isle of Wight. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Seaplane Race
4th September 1919: Jacques Schneider Trophy National Seaplane Race, Hawkers Sopwith seaplane at East Cowes. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

British Entrants
4th September 1919: The two British entrants the Hawkers Sopwith and Nicholls Fairey drawn up side by side at East Cowes during the Schneider Trophy International Seaplane Race

Fairey Entrant
4th September 1919: Fairey machine at East Cowes in the Schneider Trophy national Seaplane Race. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Aerial image of Cowes, on the west bank of the estuary of the River Medina facing the smaller town of East Cowes on the east bank, Isle of Wight. England, United Kingdom, Europe

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East Cowes, a charming town located on the Isle of Wight in England, holds an illustrious history that is deeply intertwined with royalty. This picturesque destination served as a haven for Queen Victoria and her family at Osborne House. In 1865 (1906), Queen Victoria graced East Cowes with her presence, residing in the magnificent Osborne House. This stately residence provided solace to Her Majesty and offered breathtaking views of the surrounding Whippingham area. St. Mildred's Church near Osborne House became a place of worship for both Queen Victoria and The Royal Family, adding to the regal ambiance that permeated East Cowes. Sir Henry Ponsonby, captured in a timeless black-and-white photograph, played an integral role in ensuring the smooth functioning of royal affairs during this era. His dedication and service left an indelible mark on East Cowes' history. The New Landing Place constructed specifically for Her Majesty exemplified the grandeur associated with East Cowes. Its elegant design catered to Queen Victoria's needs while providing easy access to this enchanting town. On a memorable day in July, The Queen presented a new road to the grateful inhabitants of East Cowes. This lithograph immortalizes their joyous celebration as they welcomed this significant development into their lives. Even leisure activities were not exempt from royal involvement within East Cowes. A lithograph depicting The Court at Cowes showcases a delightful cycling party enjoyed by members of royalty – truly highlighting how even simple pleasures were elevated within this extraordinary town. HMS Galatea underwent inspection by none other than Queen Victoria herself while docked at Osborne Bay in East Cowes—an event commemorated through an exquisite engraving capturing this historic moment forever. Trinity Pier witnessed yet another majestic landing when The King arrived on January 31st—a lithograph testament to his arrival and further solidifying East Cowe's status as a favored destination amongst royals.