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Holidays in England

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Holidays in England

If you're planning a holiday in England, then the Ferry is the best option for you. Sail from France to Dover or from IJmuiden to Newcastle and discover England. Beautiful lakes, idyllic coastlines and cosmopolitan cities, England has everything to offer. Enjoy the freedom of travelling with you own car. From our Newcastle port you can drive around the North of England, including Northumberland, Newcastle and Yorkshire. From Dover you have easy access to the Southern part of the country, from Cornwall to Brighton or London.

Travel Guides

Newcastle and Gateshead Bridges

Newcastle

The northern city of Newcastle is a hub of culture, with exciting events, stunning riverside bars and an array of museums and galleries.

York Minster

York

York is one of the UK’s most historic cities, and has been at the heart of many major events during its 2,000 year history.

Lindisfarne

Lindisfarne

This tiny island lies off the northeast coast of England and is home to just 160 people, but attracts many thousands of visitors every year.

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Suffolk

As the nearest coast to London, the Suffolk Coast is an area of outstanding natural beauty, famed for its food and produce, it is a popular destination for holidaymakers.

Brighton Beach

Brighton

Brighton is the quintessential English seaside town, located about an hour south of London.

Our Routes to the UK

Dover Castle
From
€89
car + 4 one way

Dunkirk-Dover Ferry Crossings

Sail across the English Channel with ease on a short crossing between Dunkirk and Dover.

Scotney Castle, Kent
From
€89
car + 4 one way

Calais-Dover Ferry Crossings

Our Calais to Dover route is the shortest crossing we provide and is the perfect way to cross the Channel to the UK.

EBC Hero Family
From
€56
pp one way + car

Amsterdam-Newcastle Ferry Crossings

Our crossing between Amsterdam and Newcastle boasts daily departures, providing convenience and flexibility, whatever your plans.

Jurassic Coast
From
€101
2 people + car

Dieppe-Newhaven Ferry Crossings

Crossing the Channel from Dieppe to Newhaven provides you with the ideal gateway to the UK.

WTA Winner 2022

Award Winning Ferry Crossings

We are proud to have been voted World’s Leading Ferry Operator 2022 at this year’s World Travel Awards for the 12th year in a row! We have also won Europe's Leading Ferry Operator 2012-2022 and World’s Best Ferry Operator Website 2021-2022.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us and voted for us for over 12 years. Let’s sail the seas together with world class service!

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