By Water

Plymouth Boat Trips runs the ferry services in and out of Royal William Yard, linking a number of iconic local destinations together by the water.

For details on the services, tickets and timetables, please visit plymouthboattrips.co.uk

THE CREMYLL FERRY:

Due to urgent works required on the Admirals Hard slipway, the Cremyll Ferry is currently running from Royal William Yard Marina. The timetable will not be affected and Plymouth Boat Trips is awaiting further information from Plymouth City Council regarding time scale of works. Keep up to date with any new information on the service on the Plymouth Boat Trips website and social media channels.

INFORMATION FOR CREMYLL FERRY PASSENGERS USING ROYAL WILLIAM YARD

Parking options:

• Pay and display car park available for all visitors
• Designated pick-up/drop-off area located outside the Gatehouse (on the left after passing under the entrance arch)
• The pick-up/drop-off area is intended for brief stops only
• Please note that stopping in front of the Marina is not permitted due to continuous traffic flow in this area

Sustainable transport options:

• Catch the frequent Plymouth Citybus 34 Service from the roundabout outside the Yard
• Bring your bike and use one of the bicycle racks at Royal William Yard
• Hop on Plymouth's Beryl e-bike service, with a bike bay on Cremyll Street
• It is a 30-minute walk from the City Centre, or take the scenic route along the South West Coast Path

ROYAL WILLIAM YARD, THE BARBICAN, MOUNT EDGCUMBE FERRY:

Three exception destinations served by one ferry service. Experience the restaurants, bars and boutique shopping at Royal William Yard, the historic house and acres of stunning Country Park at Mount Edgcumbe in Cornwall and Plymouth’s historic Barbican, a short walk from the city centre. This service is set to start for the season on 1st April 2025.

SALTASH FERRY:

The popular ferry service connecting Plymouth's historic Royal William Yard with neighboring Saltash is set to resume operations this month. Find the timetable and booking platform here.

The Jubilee Pontoon on Saltash waterfront, has undergone repairs to ensure it is ship shape and ready to welcome boats and passengers once more.

The ferry service between Saltash and Royal William Yard is scheduled to resume on 24th May 2025, reconnecting the two communities across the River Tamar.

*Well behaved dogs are very welcome on the ferry services.