Pub in London SW1
Tattershall Castle
King's Reach Victoria Embankment, London, SW1A 2HRClosest station: Embankment, about 4 min walk4.3out of 5 on Google, from 5,053 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Tattershall Castle
Former passenger ferry with pub food and drinks, moored on the Thames with views of the London Eye.
A paddle steamer moored on the west side of the Thames, slightly south of Embankment tube station and Hungerford Bridge, opposite the London Eye. Built in 1934, it is said to be one of the first civilian vessels fitted with radar. Retired from its life as a Humber ferry in 1973, and run as a bar and restaurant since 1981. In May 2015 the boat reopened after a reported £1.8 million refit in Hull, which also restored and made the original engine room visible. Air- conditioned in summer, heated in winter.
Uniquely (?), the "cellar" is a barge moored alongside; it rises and falls with the tide, as does the boat. Hence, the Real Ale lover's concept of beer peacefully bubbling away in an undisturbed cask must be abandoned here - only "bright" or "fast-drop" beers can be sold. Handpumps are in the Ward Room area only, where large windows look out on the animated River Thames. Non-peak times may suit drinkers-only better as tables may be reserved for diners.
NB the boat may shift its location slightly due to the Thames Tideway works.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Outdoor Seating
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Cask Marque
- Function Room: Several interior bars for hire
- Events: Comedy nights
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking: On deck
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Stonegate
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7839 6548
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.3out of 5 on Google, from 5,053 ratings
5 out of 5Phy Phyon Google, August 2024
Stunning view of river Thames, London eye ….and the friendly service worth every penny. I can’t comment on the food as I just grab a beer and chill on the upper deck. There are lower deck with glass windows nice restaurant, I think I will try in winter time.
5 out of 5Danira Ortizon Google, July 2024
We saw this lovely boat restaurant while on the River Cruise. It caught our eye so we checked out the menu online and decided to walk back. We were so glad we did! It does take a bit of getting used to the movement once you get on but the view can’t be beat and the food was all absolutely delicious!
5 out of 5Stacey Caswellon Google, July 2024
Some friends and I came here for the evening, it was a very last minute trip to see a comedy show which is in the bottom of the boat. There seemed to be a few different things on that evening in various areas, including a DJ on the top deck which was incredible. Really good views, good vibes and great service! Reasonably priced, a double vodka and lemonade was only £7!
5 out of 5Lola Beezon Google, July 2024
Beautiful view! It's near the London Eye and other attractions. The good was great and there was a good vibe on the boat. The bartender was absolutely charming. I ordered the chicken satay (skewers) and it was superb.
5 out of 5Christopher J McAuleyon Google, June 2024
Pre-booked a table for lunch, on arrival the sun appeared from behind the clouds. Asked if we could sit on deck rather than in the restaurant (which looked fabulous). Yes, of course, was the reply but it's silver service here or you order at the bar on deck with less choice on the menu. Found a table on deck and enjoyed that rare event recently, the sunshine! The Buxton Pale was delicious and the meal was piping hot served in a box with recyclable utensils. Brilliant.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.