Vessels are scheduled to leave the dock at the times indicated on the calendar. This only applies when there is one ferry operating. We look forward to welcoming you on board and we are hoping for a successful season next year transporting locals and visitors across the estuary. Train, fly, ferry, bus • 9h 55m. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in December. Appledore Island (formerly known as Hog Island) is the largest of the Isles of Shoals located about seven miles off the Maine coast. Travel out to Appledore on the University of New Hampshire's research vessel, the R/V Gulf Challenger, with UNH Marine Docent tour guides. The timetables for 2021 are now available - see menu above - so you can plan your trips from April 2021. Click on the logo to go to the sponsor's web site. Follow the ferries' news and status on @appleinstferry. Tricycles, tandems and bicycles with trailers cannot be carried. The cafe offers gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan options as well as all the wonderful pastries and cakes that they offer. Unions GMB and Unite have called on the government to back the bid to build the Scilly Isles ferry and secure the future of Appledore Shipyard The yard is due to close on March 15, in a … This summer I finally made the trip to Appledore Island offered by the Shoals Marine Laboratory (Cornell/UNH partnership) and it was perfect. Click on the logo to go to the sponsor's web site. Things to Do in Appledore, England: See Tripadvisor's 1,028 traveler reviews and photos of Appledore tourist attractions. Johns of Instow has a cafe next door to their deli. Home |About Us |Timetable & Fares | History | Contact Us | Funding | Volunteers |FAQ | Events Calendar |Links. Read More. The following PDF files contain the timetable for the appropriate month. All Rights Reserved. "DEP SML" means departing Appledore Island and heading to Portsmouth. I've read Celia Thaxter's books and poems and her family is part of NH history. Recommended option. The ferry service is now closed for the winter and resumes 1st April 2021. The village store and delicatessen are superb. It has thriving local artists and numerous art galleries and craft shops, and is well known for its Visual Arts Festival, the book festival and the carnival that are held during the year. However, we do need to cover the costs of running two boats and sponsorship is the perfect way for companies and businesses to show their support for the ferry operation and advertise their business, as you can see from the logos on the Home page. Fishermen’s cottages nestle against shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants. Please note that ferry operates subject to weather conditions so may be cancelled at short notice. History. The Appledore Instow Ferry is a not for profit company and has endeavoured to keep the prices as low as possible. We have reviews of the best places to see in Appledore. There are 2 ways to get from Gloucester to Appledore Island by train, plane, ferry or bus. Please see the Timetables tab for 2021 times. The Appledore Instow Ferry is a not for profit company and has endeavoured to keep the prices as low as possible. Travel out to Appledore on the University of New Hampshire research vessel, the R/V Gulf Challenger, with UNH Marine Docent tour guides. If the ferry cannot operate due to high winds a message will be put on Twitter and of course Facebook. "DEP NEW" means departing New Castle and heading to Appledore Island. This only applies when there is one ferry operating. © 2016 Appledore Instow Ferry. Please see the Timetables tab for 2021 times. The ferry is licensed to carry twelve people and two crew, which includes the skipper. APPLEDORE START OF FERRY SERVICEPlease note that the published start of service for the ferry gives an indication when the ferry will pick up its onboard crew and passengers from Instow; the first ferry from Appledore will usually be about 10-15 minutes after the published timing. It is part of the Town of Kittery, in York County. Home |About Us |Timetable & Fares | History | Contact Us | Funding | Volunteers |FAQ | Events Calendar |Links. The ferry is able to take buggies and bicycles but the skipper will make a decision if there are some large buggies and a number of bicycles, to balance the number of passengers, buggies and bicycles - so please be patient if you are not able to get on the first available ferry. Trip Summary Spend the day on Appledore Island, one of the nine beautiful Isles of Shoals off the coasts of Maine and New Hampshire, and visit the Shoals Marine Lab.