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This riverside pub sits on the banks of the River Severn just outside Tewkesbury and operates one of the last traditional hand-pulled chain ferries still working on the river.
The crossing has served people for centuries, and using it today connects you directly to that long history. It's the kind of place where walkers and cyclists naturally find themselves stopping, drawn by both the ferry itself and the pub's reputation as genuinely good for food and drink.
What makes it special is how effortlessly relaxed the whole experience feels. You can sit with a pint or a meal and simply watch the river go by, observing the water traffic and bird life that defines this stretch of the Severn. The atmosphere is unpretentious—locals and visitors blend in together, and the staff clearly know the regulars well. If you want to cross to the other bank, the ferry is there waiting. Some people use it to explore from a different perspective or to extend a longer countryside walk into a proper day out.
Being so close to Tewkesbury means you could easily combine a few hours here with a visit to the town's historic abbey and town center, which is only a short drive away. It's a natural stopping point if you're exploring this part of the Severn Valley.
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