The Ferry Boat Inn

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The Ferry Boat Inn A beautiful 500 year old pub tucked just away from the River Crouch waterfront in a homey village.

Awarded the most dog-friendly pub in the East of England.
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Pub | Restaurant | B&B The new look Ferry Boat Inn offers a choice of characterful bars, a spacious new dining area, beautifully designed and self-contained B&B accommodation, a varied selection of menu delights, locally sourced beers and delicious wines.

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EAT
The Ferry Boat Inn is the perfect place to relax and unwind, catch up with family and friends either in the comfort of the original pub with its log-fire, our spacious new dining area or when the weather permits our lovely beer garden, where dogs and children can enjoy the space to play. Whether you want a light bite or a hearty meal, choose from our great new menus, made from locally sourced produce whenever possible and designed to cater for a variety of tastes and appetites, all served by a friendly team. Our menus include starters, main courses, desserts, light bites for a smaller appetite, and a great coffee selection.

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STAY
Our self-contained, purpose-built annexe houses six beautifully furnished and contemporary-styled bedrooms, each with their own en-suite facilities and brand-new king-sized beds, all with the flexibility to be reconfigured as twins to suit. Located discretely behind the Inn and designed to fit into the rural landscape, all our rooms have country views, some facing east over neighbouring farmland whilst others look out over our lovely garden. All rooms are now bookable on a bed and breakfast basis, with the option to book a table in the Inn for lunch or an evening meal. There's also two convenient EV Charge points available for patrons.

Bust out the holly & the ivy! We're hosting a Festive Wreath-Making workshop at The Ferry Boat Inn, North Fambridge! 🎄We...
09/11/2026

Bust out the holly & the ivy! We're hosting a Festive Wreath-Making workshop at The Ferry Boat Inn, North Fambridge! 🎄

We're partnering with local florist, .petals2025, to bring you a top-to-tail wreath-making workshop on the 30th November, starting at 5PM.

Spaces are limited and we encourage early bookings. Tickets are £45pp and include all materials, instruction & nibbles.

You'll leave having had a lovely evening with your friends and a beautiful wreath for each of your front doors, just in time for the festive season!

Call 01621 738844 to book your tickets!

Thank your lucky stars! Tarot, Tapas & Craft Cocktails is BACK at The Ferry Boat Inn on Monday, 16th November! 💫Enjoy No...
07/11/2026

Thank your lucky stars! Tarot, Tapas & Craft Cocktails is BACK at The Ferry Boat Inn on Monday, 16th November! 💫

Enjoy Novem-brrr with a warming tapas menu & a gorgeous selection of craft cocktails themed to the evening. Share this post with your friends and make a plan!

Readings are still available from 5PM, call 01621 738844 to book your table and your reading times.🌙

Father Christmas has checked his list and checked it twice and booked himself in for TWO Santa breakfasts at The Ferry B...
05/11/2026

Father Christmas has checked his list and checked it twice and booked himself in for TWO Santa breakfasts at The Ferry Boat Inn! 🎄

Join us for a breakfast with the big man himself on the 5th or 6th of December from 9AM.

Breakfast included for all children and to be pre-ordered before the event. Adults can order on the day from our standard breakfast menu. Every child will have time with Father Christmas after breakfast has been enjoyed.

Tickets are £25 per child

Call 01621 738844 to book your tickets

Time for one last dance! From 7:30PM until 2027, our New Year's Eve party is back and we're ready to boogie. 🍸🪩Where els...
04/11/2026

Time for one last dance! From 7:30PM until 2027, our New Year's Eve party is back and we're ready to boogie. 🍸🪩

Where else would you spend New Year's Eve? Somewhere the bar staff WON'T lead you in a choreographed rendition of Dancing Queen? That's no way to begin a new year. 🕺🕺🕺

Tickets are £10PP and include a DJ & a buffet. Call 01621 738844 to book your place on the dance floor before the clock strikes midnight on 2026.

No way it's already November, mate. Next you'll be telling me it's nearly 2027!🔮 Monday, 16th November, we know what the...
03/11/2026

No way it's already November, mate. Next you'll be telling me it's nearly 2027!

🔮 Monday, 16th November, we know what the future has in store for you: TAROT, TAPAS & CRAFT COCKTAILS! Call 01621 738840 to book a table of two or more; enjoy our tapas menu and craft cocktails with your friends. Tarot readings available from

🎨 Monday, 23rd November @ 6PM our Paint & Sip event is on everyone's lips, just like the mimosa included in the ticket price! Tickets are still available.

🧐 Thursday, 26th November @ 8pm our monthly pub quiz returns with the theme determined by last month's lowest ranking team, because losing is the new winning! Hosted by our own

🎄Monday, 30th November @ 5PM We are hosting our first ever festive wreath-making workshop with local florist, .petals2025! Spaces are still available for this ticketed event.

Happy birthday month to our team member, Leah! 🎂

02/11/2026

What it's like to work in hospitality on November 1st.

Lite Bites are back! Our November offer is oh, so delicious: order anything off our Lite Bite menu on a Monday or Tuesda...
01/11/2026

Lite Bites are back!

Our November offer is oh, so delicious: order anything off our Lite Bite menu on a Monday or Tuesday in November and receive a cuppa tea, or an Americano with your meal, always priced at £10.25

Get your mates and make a date on any Monday or Tuesday this month between 12-5PM to take advantage of this warming offer.

Call 01621 738844 to book your table, or reserve your place online via our website

If you don't book, it'll haunt you! There's still time to get spooky and book into our November Tarot Night!💫The stars w...
30/10/2026

If you don't book, it'll haunt you! There's still time to get spooky and book into our November Tarot Night!💫

The stars will align on Monday, 16th November.

🌙 has limited availability for personal, intuitive tarot card readings of up to 30 minutes between 5:00PM-10:00PM. Readings are £30pp and can be booked via her website, or by giving us a call at 01621 738844.

🤩 Our tapas menu is bespoke to these evenings and the menu will be available when you arrive, but look over the photos to see past examples of every mouth-watering small plate.

🍸 Craft cocktails themed to the evening will be served all evening at our bar by the Caroluna bartender!

A first-come, first-served cancellations sheet will be available when you arrive; if you haven't pre-booked you can still enjoy tapas and themed craft cocktails all evening.

Call 01621 738840 to book a table, or a reading, or guarantee your reading time by booking online https://www.carolunatarotparties.co.uk/events

29/10/2026

This is your sign to haunt our pub this weekend

Join us at The Ferry Boat Inn, North Fambridge, where we serve real, Dengie ales, food all day, 7 days a week and a smile, even if you can’t see it because you’re being served by one of our spirited team members.

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us for a breakfast with the big man himself on the 5th or 6th of December from 9AM.B...
28/10/2026

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us for a breakfast with the big man himself on the 5th or 6th of December from 9AM.

Breakfast included for all children and to be pre ordered before the event. Adults can order on the day from our standard breakfast menu. Every child will have time with Father Christmas after breakfast has been enjoyed.

Tickets are £25 per child

Call 01621 738844 to book your tickets.

Address

Ferry Road, North Fambridge
Chelmsford
CM36LR

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 11pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 11pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 11pm
Thursday 8:30am - 11pm
Friday 8:30am - 11pm
Saturday 8:30am - 11pm
Sunday 8:30am - 9pm

Telephone

+441621738844

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