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The Great Britain Guide

Historic pubs · South West England

The Floating Bridge Public House

In or near Kingswear.

4.5 · 1,167 Google reviews

The Floating Bridge Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.

Dartmouth , Higher Ferry Crossing - geograph.org.uk - 1921300

Lewis Clarke — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Kingswear · 0.9 km

About

The Floating Bridge Public House is a historic pub in England South West, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2018

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: South Devon

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Floating Bridge Public House is located in Dartmouth, Devon, within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This pub offers a traditional setting for visitors, featuring a selection of beverages and a casual dining experience. The scenic surroundings contribute to its appeal as a local establishment.

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Coordinates
50.3565, -3.5774
County
Devon
District
South Hams
Parish
Dartmouth
Postcode
TQ6 9PQ
Parliamentary constituency
South Devon
Nearest railway station
Kingswear0.9 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Floating Bridge Public House?
The Floating Bridge Public House is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TQ6 9PQ), in the parish of Dartmouth.
What is The Floating Bridge Public House?
The Floating Bridge Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Floating Bridge Public House?
The nearest railway station is Kingswear, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode TQ6 9PQ.
Is The Floating Bridge Public House a protected site?
Yes — The Floating Bridge Public House is part of the South Devon National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to The Floating Bridge Public House?
The nearest railway station is Kingswear, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TQ6 9PQ.