Solent Collection (page 5)

Fishing rubbish on beach at low tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Flat Wrack (Fucus spiralis) fronds, on exposed rocks at low tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Sea-lace (Chorda filum) fronds, exposed on rocks at low tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Giant Horsetail (Equisetum telmateia) patch growing on pebbles at edge of beach, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

View of beach at high tide at sunset, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Entrance channel to harbour with incoming tide at dawn, Bembridge Harbour, Bembridge, Wight, England, june

View of lifeboat boathouse, Bembridge Lifeboat Station, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Rocky outcrop on beach with incoming tide at sunset, Bembridge Ledge, Foreland, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Remains of breakwater covered with seaweed, on beach with incoming tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Pebbles and rocks exposed on beach with incoming tide at dawn, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Memorial drinking fountain at sunset, Palmer Memorial, Bembridge Harbour, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

View of beach with incoming tide at dawn, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

World War Two gun emplacement and riprap boulders at edge of beach, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Tree stump on beach with incoming tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Tree stump on beach with incoming tide at dawn, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Rocky outcrop and seaweed on beach with incoming tide at sunset, Bembridge Ledge, Foreland, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Rocks exposed on beach with incoming tide at dawn, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Freshwater flowing from pebbles onto beach, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Boats in harbour at sunset, Bembridge Harbour, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Sailing boat moored on beach with incoming tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Remains of breakwater on beach with incoming tide at dawn, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Signal mast at sailing club, in harbour at sunset, Bembridge Harbour, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Exposed rocky outcrop on beach at low tide, with lifeboat boathouse, Bembridge Lifeboat Station, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

View of beach and lifeboat boathouse at sunset, Bembridge Lifeboat Station, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Tree stumps on beach with incoming tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Boats at mooring in harbour, Wootton Creek, Fishbourne, Isle of Wight, England, july

Zodiac inflatable lifeboats in storage canisters on ferry, The Solent, Isle of Wight, England, july

Common Limpet (Patella vulgata) and Acorn Barnacle (Semibalanus balanoides) on exposed rocks at low tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Fragrant Evening Primrose (Oenothera stricta) introduced species, flowering, growing on coastal sand dune habitat, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Coastal storm waves breaking over a sea wall at high tide during Force 8 winds. This section of sea wall is located in Lepe, a small village on the Solent in Hampshire

Hurst Castle, English Heritage military fort, Hurst Spit, Keyhaven, The Solent, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Calshot Castle fort, Solent, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beaulieu River Aerial view
Aerial view of Beaulieu River and mouth leading in to The Solent

The Dornier Dox seaplane in the Solent

The Seaplane Dornier Dox in the Solent with the Majestic behind Date: C. 1929

Family on Solent Road Beach, Southbourne
Family playing on Solent Road Beach, Southbourne. Pencil sketch by Raymond Sheppard

HMS Yacht Britannia, flying the Royal Yacht Societys (RYS)Commodore flag - sailing out of Cowes Roads, Isle of Wight

Sailing Barge off Norris Castle, Isle of Wight, 1833
Engraving showing a sailing barge in the Solent, with Norris Castle on the Isle of Wight in the background, 1833. Norris Castle was the residence of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and her mother

Mrs. Arthur Hamilton, 1915
Photographic portrait of Mrs. Arthur Hamilton, famous society swimmer, dressed in her bathing costume, c.1915. Mrs. Hamilton was the first woman to swim the Solent

Sailing Canoe Race in the Solent, 1871
Engraving showing a race held between sailing canoes (or miniature yachts ) in the Solent, off Hampshire, 1871. In the background a steamer, full of spectators, is visible

The Cyclone Sail, 1897
Photograph of a small boat with an experimental Cyclone sail in the Solent, August 1897. This sail, shaped like an umbrella 30 foot wide, was designed to propel a boat without any heeling action

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Smaller Class Yachts Racing Skandia Cowes Week 2008
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Yachts Racing at Skandia Cowes Week 2008
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Ferry port and city, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Looking out to sea over the Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Isle of Wight ferry at Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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The Solent, a picturesque stretch of water located between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight in England, offers breathtaking views that captivate both locals and tourists alike. From an aerial perspective, Portsmouth harbour and the Solent reveal their true beauty as they seamlessly merge into one another, creating a stunning panorama that showcases the region's maritime heritage. In this enchanting setting, an RAF Westland Wessex gracefully soars above HMS Fearless (L10), epitomizing the strength and power of Britain's military prowess. The Short Solent Passenger Flying Boat takes us on a journey to Victoria Falls in Zambesi, where its majestic presence adds to the awe-inspiring natural wonder. Delving into history, Jodocus Hondius' engraving of Wight Island from John Speed's Theatre transports us back in time, offering glimpses into how this captivating landscape has evolved over centuries. The Queen Elizabeth Liner majestically sails through these waters with elegance and grace, symbolizing luxury travel at its finest. Moving inside the Short S45 Solent aircraft operated by TEAL reveals a world of comfort and sophistication. Cabin C invites passengers to relax amidst plush interiors while enjoying scenic views through large windows - truly an experience like no other. Naval Review events showcase naval might against the backdrop of the Solent's tranquil waters. Here ships gather for inspection or engage in impressive displays that highlight their capabilities. Aquila Airways' Solent III aircraft G-AKNU Sydney embodies transcontinental connections as it traverses vast distances with ease - bridging continents through air travel. Not limited to aviation alone, even hovercrafts have left their mark on these waters. The British Hovercraft Corporation BH7 Mk2 stands as a testament to innovative engineering achievements that have revolutionized transportation across land and sea alike. As day turns into night along Chichester Marina in West Sussex, boats gently sway under golden hues during sunset - painting a serene picture of tranquility and relaxation.