Ferry Inn

I’m probably biased as I spent a lot of my childhood in and around this pub (my late grandparents lived on Main Rd, Wilford), but this is one of my favourites. The atmosphere is always chilled, staff are always friendly, food always delicious. It’s quaint and a nice get-​away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre just across the river, without being too far away. I’d recommend this pub to anyone.

The last two meals i’ve had here have been pretty good. One was a sunday lunch, which offered a choice of the usual meats (and also ham). I was disappointed to see lamb missing from the choice on this particular Sunday though, so I went for the option of half a roast chicken.
It came with a couple of roast potatoes, a Yorkshire Pudding and gravy on the plate, and then a plate of other vegetables was given for people to share (one between two). This had mashed potato, broccoli, cauliflower and carrots. For me, there wasn’t enough mashed potato, and the broccoli and cauliflower were both a bit too ‘al dente’ for me. However, they didn’t taste raw, so I lived with it. As I like a decent amount of gravy, I asked if I could have some more and they happily gave me a small pouring jug of extra gravy. Following the meal I was full, but felt that around £8.00 was pushing it a bit for a Sunday lunch, especailly one that was less than generous with the veg. I didn’t leave disappointed, but just feeling that a little more generosity wouldn’t have gone amiss.
The other time I went, I opted for the interesting sounding Teriyaki Surf and Turf. This consisted of a good sized piece of steak, cooked as requested, and some battered prawns with coriander. The dish was served with a Teriyaki dip and a portion of chips. The steak was cooked as i’d requested it, rare, and seemed of good quality. The prawns were nice, however, not enough of them. Only three I seem to recall, so again, a little more generosity wouldn’t have gone amiss, especially as this was pretty much the most expensive dish on the menu coming in at just under £13.00.
If you are out for a wander along the River Trent and find yourself around here, you could do far worse than pop in for a bite to eat. I have friends who live nearby which is the reason i’ve been a few times now, but i’m not sure i’d go out of my way to get here. Oh, they usually have a few real ales on, if that’s your thing.

We have had very varied experiences hee. From really good to absolutely awful — I had to send it back and, being English, don’t do it lightly!
It used to be a Chef & Brewer, so you could rely on an extensive menu, a good Specials board and excellent wine.
But it seems to have changed hands, or Chef & Brewer have, I’m not sure. Whereas you used to have to queue at the bar to order your food (and would often find they had sold out and then have to return to ask what people wanted, then queue again!) there is waited service, which is a big improvement.
The last time I was here, it was mediocre. Such a shame because the place itself is all old beams and wooden floors, with a lovely garden in the back.
It can get very busy, expecially Sundays.
The area has a very interesting history —
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Very cute little pub close to the river in a great location. Wonderful to visit around Christmas time and also great in the summer with lovely garden at the back to eat or drink outside. Good break for lunch if you’re cycling or walking around the Trent.

There is a very extensive menu and the food is excellent. The staff are very friendly, the tables and toilets are clean. There is a very nice beer garden, well worth a visit. It has an oldy worldy interior

It’s in a bit of a cut off place, but then if you’re visiting people nearby (my sister lives opposite which is why I know about it) then it’s always worth bearing in mind. They’ve recently changed chefs so the food is better than it used to be, and they’ve gone back to serving good pub food. It’s a nice old pub with a beer garden too (increasingly a big bonus)