Bed and Breakfast, New Forest, B+B

Welcome to The Ferry Restaurant based in the historic Elephant Boatyard, Southampton.

Nelson's flagship H.M.S Elephant serves the name for this boatyard which was founded in 1952. The Elephant Boatyard was founded by Michael Richardson in 1952 at Bursledon - the site of the old ship building.

The Ferry Restaurant was originally a chain link ferry that carried passengers between Southampton and Woolston up until 1977. However the ferry was too expensive for some people to travel on, those wishing to to travel cheaper would use the Northam bridge - this cheaper diversion would take them over three miles !

The Ferry has now been converted to a superb dining restaurant that seats around 90 and now has a permament home afloat in the Elephant Boatyard.

Why not dine alfresco on the deck, a perfect way to eat in the Summer overlooking the marina and Hamble River.

We have a lovely selection fine white, red & rose wines to compliment your meal, for example :

Pouilly-Fume, Domaine Pabiot France

Chateauneuf-Du-Pape, Cuvee Tradition, Caves Saint-Pierre

Lunch is served daily and you can choose from a wide selection of dishes starting at £5.00. Locally caught fresh fish is also available on a daily basis.

Why not visit during the evening for a romantic atmospheric candle lit dinner and choose from ourt superb ala carte menu.

Visit on a Sunday and you can experience our delicious Sunday roast, great value for money at £7.95.

Every Friday from 8pm the Ferry Restaurant plays host to live music from various artists carefully selected by the well renowned John Bedford entertainment agency.

If you are planning a private function then why not choose this historic and full of character venue - please contact us for more information.