DAMAGE caused to one of Wightlink's ferries after its prow made contact with the berth at Fishbourne means fewer sailings today (Tuesday).

The cross-Solent ferry company says it is currently operating a revised timetable due to damage caused to St Faith. 

As a result, all of St Faith's sailings have been cancelled today (Tuesday).

Wightlink says the damage was caused when part of the ship's prow, instead of the protective belting, made light contact with the berth at Fishbourne.

Capacity is already reduced because larger flagship, Victoria of Wight, is out of service for a refit, until the middle of next month.

Wightlink passengers were facing delays of up to two hours yesterday. 

"St Faith will return to service tomorrow morning, and will carry cars and small vans," said a spokesperson for Wightlink. 

"Larger vehicles are being transferred to St Clare, which is running normally.  

"Customers affected by the cancellations are being rebooked on alternative sailings. 

"Wightlink apologises for the inconvenience caused to customers."

The 7am, 9:00am, 11am, 12pm, 3pm, 5pm and 7pm sailings have all been cancelled. 

Overnight, the 3am and 5am sailings from Gunwharf have been cancelled, and replaced with 2am and 4am.

The 4am and 6am from Fishbourne are cancelled, and replaced with 3am and 5am.