About this property

Nestled in the town of Fordingbridge on the River Avon, The Ship Inn offers a restaurant, and free WiFi access. Public paid parking is available 300 meters from the property. Situated on the edge of New Forest National Park, the property is surrounded by popular hiking and cycling trails. With a flat-screen TV, each room also features a private bathroom with a bath, free toiletries and towels. At The Ship Inn there is a garden, a bar with a variety of drinks including beers, wines, spirits, and also a snack bar. From the property, the city of Southampton is 21 miles away and Winchester is 28.8 miles away. Ringwood Brewery is 6.6 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    breakfast, and dinner were excellent,food delicious, good size portions, the room was a little old fashioned, but in keeping with the Hotel.
  • Clive
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was great. A good choice offered to us, with flexible options.
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    very comfortable staff were helpful friendly and hospitable the breakfast couldn't have been better we will definitely be back
  • Nigel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bedroom was larger than expected as was the bathroom both bedroom and bathroom very clean and tidy. Tea making facilities were good with a wide range of different teas unlike some places we have stayed in there was plenty of milk and...
  • Blemings
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My initial impressions were the pub was a little tired and full of locals but my room was great and everyone was very friendly! The food was delicious and my room had everything I needed to enjoy my stay at a very central location in the town....
  • Johnston
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm welcome, Jason carried my suitcase up the stairs, food was very nice and plentiful, staff were very friendly, the room was large so plenty of space. Nice comfy beds, bath with shower, who doesn't like a bath?
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    convenient location, clean, good value for money, lovely breakfast
  • Alastair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing breakfast. Stayed here a few times and they always remember which is my favourite table without my even having to ask, and they put a small "reserved" sign on it too! Lovely touch thank you!
  • Lyddon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast, and the service that went with it, were amazing.
  • Lois
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was lovely and location was good for us. 2nd visit.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 17:00 to 21:30
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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