The Ferry House

Found this pub last year when I was walking the Thames path. Even though I live in Ealing, if I'm ever that side of London, I always try to pop in for a drink. While Greenwich and Canary Wharf are heaving and busy, a quick walk under the Thames tunnel or a strolll down the isle of dogs and you get to this gem of a good old British boozer. As a northerner who loves a good pub, I can say this is a dying breed. So few free houses which haven't been modified are left. Like most free houses - it's normal prices. Not 7 quid a pint like a Fuller's or Greene king pubs. A pint of Guinness here is 4.60! Living in Ealing I'm used to this due to all the independent Irish pubs. But it's rare to find prices like these in London nowadays. It's a truly a gem of a pub. I had a mate in town this weekend and was showing him around London and these photos were taken around 12noon on a Sunday. By 1 it starts filling with the Isle of Dogs locals. You will meet some wonderful London characters in here. 5th Generation Isle of dogs Londoners some of them. They are a dying breed like the pub they inhabit. If you want to experience a real old friendly British pub with incredible interior, fab locals, cheap prices and great beer, try The Ferry. Amazing history too. I love the place.

Really lovely traditional pub and, as it boldly boasts, the oldest pub on the Isle of Dogs (not to be confused with Limehouse!). I love the history of these places - there has been a ferry to Greenwich from the site of the pub since the 1300s (probably a shelter serving refreshments to waiting passengers), with the first mention of the name ‘Ferry House’ from about 1740. I’m sure these pubs along the Thames attracted some rogues over the years. Nowadays the clientele are a little more gentile and the staff are very friendly. A good selection of well-kept ales (£4 for a nice pint of Brockley is very reasonable) and the garden is a sun trap. Go seek this lovely pub out!

The oldest pub on the Isle of Dogs just discovered recently & been in the area so long 🤦🏽‍♀️ Different zones to be seated near the bar, in the reading zone, or out on the terrace. Definitely will return. Highly recommend. Plenty of breezes, lots of open windows. Quirky decor and 17th-century grade listed building. Variety of Gin, Rum & Whisky & couple of drafts beer. They do serve food as well. Reasonable price. Good customer service. Pay as you order. Staff wearing face masks. The area was clean.