Ferry Drama: Victoria of Wight Pulled From Service After Incident

Chaos on the waves! Wightlink’s 1pm ferry crossing hit trouble, causing delays and leaving 431 passengers and 16 crew shaken but safe.

No Serious Injuries, But Service Disrupted

Thankfully, no serious injuries have been reported. Vehicles onboard disembarked safely at Fishbourne. However, the Victoria of Wight has returned to Portsmouth with damage to its prow and is now out of action for a full inspection.

Delays Expected, But Shuttle Service Running

Wightlink warns of afternoon sailings delays. They are contacting affected customers onboard the 1pm ferry to offer support. Meanwhile, other vessels will operate a shuttle service, so passengers should still check in as usual.

Stay tuned for updates and travel safely!

We are your go-to destination for breaking UK news, real-life stories from communities across the country, striking images, and must-see video from the heart of the action.

Follow us on Facebook at for the latest updates and developing stories, and stay connected on X (Twitter) the for live coverage as news breaks across the UK.

SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FREE DAILY BREAKING NEWS AND PICTURES NEWSLETTER

Your information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy

YOU MIGHT LIKE