Prince of Wales

The Prince of Wales is a pub with rooms on York Avenue in East Cowes, directly opposite Osborne House. Come for a meal, arrange to meet friends for a drink or check the programme for an evening of live entertainment. Use East Cowes and York Avenue in your plans, as other pubs on the Isle of Wight share the Prince of Wales name.

The Classic Guide describes a connection with the Osborne estate: the pub once accommodated staff travelling with royal visitors and provided stabling for their horses. Today it offers a menu, outside terrace seating, pool and darts. Those different spaces and activities give you options for a casual visit, while advertised music and seasonal parties provide a reason to choose a particular date. The cost and booking rules for a special event are separate from an ordinary pub visit.

The address is York Avenue, East Cowes, PO32 6JT, with enquiries handled by the pub on 01983 292843. Check food service and table availability if you want to eat, or ask about tickets before turning up for a party. If an event continues after midnight, agree how you will get home before the evening starts. The location opposite Osborne House is a useful landmark for finding the pub, whether you are local or meeting someone who is less familiar with East Cowes. Confirm any access or accommodation requirements directly before making a booking.