A FERRY provider has cancelled crossings between Southampton the the Isle of Wight due to 'technical issues'.

Red Funnel cancelled two vehicle ferry crossings between Southampton and East Cowes.

The 11am Southampton to East Cowes was cancelled, while the East Cowes to Southampton at 12.30pm has also been cancelled.

Now Red Funnel say more crossings have been cancelled - including 2pm Southampton to East Cowes, the 3.30pm East Cowes to Southampton and the 5pm Southampton to East Cowes.

Red Funnel says it is due to technical issues.

A spokesperson said: "We apologise for the inconvenience caused to your journey."