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Spirit of Britain
Operated by P&O Ferries on the Dover Calais route
The biggest ferry on the Channel, the Spirit of Britain is 700 feet long, almost 100 feet wide, and can carry more than 1,000 cars as well as 2,000 passengers. Onboard you will find an international food court, bar and cafe, discounted shopping, a brasserie, games room, family lounge, bureau de change, an exclusive club lounge and much more.
Spirit of Britain
"Spirit of Britain"
Reviewed 23 August 2011 by Howard
I am a regular ferry traveller between the UK and France and took the opportunity to travel on P&O's new ferry The Spirit of Britain shortly after she came into service. She is a large modern fast ferry and on one occasion when there was a considerable swell in the channel she took it in her stride and brushed the waves aside without any noticeable movement of the ship, something that is not always the case with the smaller older ferries on that route. Onboard facilities and catering were excellent with friendly and helpful staff, boarding and disemabarking was fast and efficient due to multiple loading/unloading ramps.
Spirit of Britain
"Good crossing"
Reviewed 12 October 2011 by Ian Lewis
We caught a morning ferry from Dover and the whole process was very smooth and actually enjoyable. The breakfast we had was top draw and really set us up for the day.
Spirit of Britain
"Great trip - Sunday 18th September 2011"
Reviewed 12 October 2011 by Nick Mills
As part of a 1,000 mile charity cycle ride from Suffolk to the south of France myself and 2 friends took the ferry crossing from Dover to Calais with access to the private lounge and restaurant. We took the 9:40 crossing which was perfect for our schedule as we needed a hearty breakfast and space to relax. The boarding and departure process was really quick, the ferry on time and the lounge and restaurant offered attentive service and a fantastic full English breakfast. Having previously used the tunnel this is definitly the better way to travel! Nick Mills
Spirit of Britain
"Pleasant Surprise!"
Reviewed 13 October 2011 by Ben Sinclair
I've got to say I'm not the biggest fan of ferries and my childhood memories are awash with visions of me turning green and spending more time in the toilets than money in the shop! So when my friends told me that we were travelling to France by boat I have to admit I did question the whole trip...Well those memories are now drowned in the past as I was amazed with the smoothness of boarding and more importantly the crossing itself. The Club Lounge was comfortable and the staff were attentive and I am pleased to say that I cannot tell you what the toilets were like! Having flown with Ryanair recently I don't know what I was worried about!!
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Onboard Cabins / Reserved Seating
There are no cabins onboard however seating is available in the club class lounge. Pre-book to enjoy a touch of luxury during your channel crossing including a complimentary glass of champagne, tea, coffee, soft drinks and newspapers – all served by friendly staff.
Onboard Food and Drink
With a choice of bars and restaurants onboard there really is something for everyone, to suit all tastes and pockets. If you are travelling with the family then head to the Food Court, serving exciting cuisine from around the world - the place for a tasty curry as well as freshly prepared traditional British fare, like fish and chips! If you prefer to dine in style, why not try the Brasserie, with the highest quality food and wine served to your table.
The onboard coffee shops serve a selection of light snacks and pastries - plus a wide range of hot and cold drinks, including the famous Costa Coffee.
Check out the Bar for a fun and lively atmosphere and a perfect place to socialise whilst enjoying a drink. Those travelling with children may prefer the family lounge which features comfortable seating with a bar, light snacks, tea, coffee and soft drinks on offer.
In the summer months there’s also an alfresco bar.
Onboard Shopping
There are some great bargains to be had in the onboard shops with literally hundreds of products considerably cheaper than you can find anywhere in the UK. Not only will you find great savings of up to 40% off high street prices on selected fragrances, skincare and cosmetics, but you can also save up to 30% on wine, beer and spirits too. The onboard shop also stocks the latest in travel entertainment aimed at making your journey more comfortable, including the latest best-selling novels, toys and games for the whole family.
Additional Onboard Facilities
You’ll also find free wifi, a commission free bureau de change and an ATM machine with an E Top up facility.
Travelling with children
For children there’s a variety of activities onboard including play areas and quieter spots for watching videos. During the summer holidays when many people take their family breaks, you will find children's entertainers onboard with specially trained staff to encourage creativity with some supervised painting or drawing, allowing parents time to sit and enjoy their own space.
Accessibility
If notified or requested staff will meet and assist customers with wheelchairs on the vehicle deck. All shopping, dining and seating areas are wheelchair friendly.
Please note: Whilst we have taken great care in making our Spirit of Britain 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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