The Peterboat
- Step-free access
- Ideal for a special occasion, friends, dogs
- Good on a rainy day
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Why go
- The large outdoor seating area with views over the Thames Estuary, a favourite in good weather
Opening hours
Today11:00 – 23:00, 10:00 – 23:00Show all
Good to know
Dishes to try
- Fresh, locally caught fish dishes, the restaurant's best-known food
- Classic British dishes, served alongside the fish
- Sunday menu, a separate menu for Sundays
- Breakfast menu
- Buffet menu, published on the website
- Festive menu, published for the season
- Children's menu
Booking a table
- Tables can be reserved through the restaurant's own website.
- Tables for more than 6 people must be booked by phone on 01702475666.
- Bookings are taken only for the dining areas.
- Special needs can be reported at the time of booking or on arrival.
Atmosphere
- A friendly atmosphere with efficient service.
- A large outdoor seating area with fine views of the water.
- The outdoor seating is a favourite for relaxed meals and drinks in good weather.
- Dogs are welcome on the patio and outdoor areas, where they are asked to sit.
- Live music is hosted here.
- A traditional pub, bar and restaurant in the heart of Old Leigh.
Good for
- Families Highchairs for young children and a children's menu.
Accessibility
- Step-free entry at the front A gently sloped ramp leads to the front entrance. The front door is heavy, and staff will open it on request.
- Bar area The bar area is on the ground level with no steps.
- Main indoor dining One step up. Marked fire exit doors give step-free access.
- Sea view south patio One step up. A fire exit door gives step-free access.
- West patio One step up. Its fire exit door allows step-free wheelchair access.
- Patio tables Patio tables are at standard height.
- Accessible toilet Right next to the front entrance, with grab bars and sinks at wheelchair height.
- Adjustments on request Diet restrictions, table moves and small ramps can be arranged. Guests needing a quieter dining area should tell staff. Special needs can be reported when booking or on arrival.
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- Website
- thepeterboat.co.uk/
- Phone
- 01702475666
Questions and answers
What are the opening hours of The Peterboat in Old Leigh?
The Peterboat is open on Saturday from 10:00 to 23:00 and on Sunday from 10:00 to 22:30. On weekdays it closes at 23:00.
Can I book a table at The Peterboat?
Yes, tables can be reserved through the restaurant's own website. Tables for more than 6 people must be booked by phone on 01702475666.
Does The Peterboat have vegetarian and vegan food?
Yes. The menu has vegetarian and vegan choices, and dietary menus are published on the restaurant's website.
Is The Peterboat good for children?
Yes. It has highchairs for young children and a children's menu.
Is The Peterboat wheelchair accessible?
Partly. The front entrance has a gently sloped ramp, the bar area has no steps, and an accessible toilet is next to the front entrance. The indoor dining room and the patios have one step each, with step-free access through fire exit doors.
Can I bring my dog to The Peterboat?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on the patio and in the outdoor areas, where they are asked to sit.
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