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Norman Arrow

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Operated by LD Lines on the Portsmouth Le Havre route

The futuristic looking Norman Arrow is the world's largest diesel powered catamaran and gets you across the channel at speeds up to 50 mph! Onboard facilities include around 1200 comfortable seats, a restaurant, 2 bars and an onboard shop.

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Norman Arrow

"Fast Ferry to France"

Reviewed 15 September 2011 by Leeroy

I travelled across on foot to see some freinds at their Chateau in August. This is my impression of the LD Lines Ship: - Food was average - poor choice, but relatively tasty - The ship was clean, especially the toilets - a big bonus - The barman knew how to pour a pint (or three). Expensive though! - We boarded and departed on time and were only a few minutes late arriving. I'd definately do it again

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Norman Arrow

"LD Lines summer 2011"

Reviewed 20 January 2012 by AnnaV

We booked to travel with high expectations, having used other ferry companies to France. We were very disappointed, the ship was noisy, the food choices limited and expensive. No restaurant when we travelled meant that you were restricted to eating in the airline style seats. The return journey was even worse, the delays in sailing was 1 1/2 hours which might have been helped if staff had communicated to the passengers. The lack of facilities at Le Harve (only vending machines for drinks) was poor. No explanation given for the delay. We felt very disappointed with the experience.

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Onboard Cabins / Reserved Seating

There are no cabins available onboard the Norman Arrow however a seat is guaranteed for every passenger. The design of the back support and head rests, combined with the progressive pivot-angle adjustment and generous leg-room are your guarantee of perfect comfort.

Onboard Food and Drink

Refreshments are available in the Horizon Bar. With panoramic views, it's the place to be as you sail towards the English or French coast.

In the self service Bistro du Norman choose from a wide range of sandwiches, salads, pastries, light snacks and hot and cold beverages while the Blue Mountain Cafe offers a large selection of snacks and drinks.

Onboard Shopping

Onboard you'll find an extensive range of specially selected alcohols, tobaccos, perfumes, toys, books, cameras and chocolates, as well as a host of other wonderful gift ideas. Daily newspapers are also available for your convenience.

Accessibility

For wheelchair bound passengers there is the option of parking your vehicle near the onboard lifts or ramp however you must notify staff at time of booking and pre-check-in at the port.

Registered guide dogs are allowed on the passenger decks.

Please note: Whilst we have taken great care in making our Norman Arrow guide as accurate as possible, onboard facilities, services and entertainment may vary depending on the date and time of year that you travel, facilities mentioned may change without notification and ferry companies reserve the right to operate vessels other than those mentioned at time of booking without prior notification.

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