Harwich - Hook of Holland
Thinking that we might go to Denmark next year. Obviously we could use the Tunnel but because of a family event we have less time so I thought that this route might save a bit of time. We have not used longer ferry crossings for years, 24 to be precise. Just wondered what the general view is of this crossing and whether daytime or nighttime crossing is best. Delft springs to mind as a suitable stopping place for a couple of days but would welcome any suggestions for the UK side especially those that might accept a late arrival from the day time crossing.
Thanks
David
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We are using that crossing, the daytime one as it is well priced, We have booked Brookcroft CL before we sail and on the night we return, they say they are well used to ferry travellers. No deposit required.
Not decided yet on anything on the other side.
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Day crossing was seven hours of utter tedium. Lunch was not up to Brittany Ferries standard. Maybe we should have had a day cabin and simply stayed there with abundant alcohol and sedatives. Enjoy.
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Very good route which does`nt (so far anyway) suffer from industrial or migrant issues. Clean modern ships, in the form of freight/passenger ro-ro`s plenty of space on vehicle decks. If you are stopping in Delft the day crossing is just as good in my experience Delft Houte has been OK for arriving around 1830 but if you are going on a weekend or high season booking might be advisable. However if you intend a days drive to your first stop the night crossing is the one we would use. Cabins are standard, if you should have a dog you can view the kennels from a TV in the cabin.Food is a little more expensive than say Brittany, not excessive but noticeable, the night crossing boarded at around 2045 on our last crossing. Getting around Rotterdam towards an easterly direction can be slow first thing in the morning on weekdays. If you intend going to Delft Houte use the motorway around northern side of Delft and then south to site.
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Agree with all 3 posts above. We always take tye day crossing and have a cabin enabling some peace and quiet, a snnoze and a shower. We've stopped at Kahana CL in Bradfield, both for outgoing and returning. They don't mind a late arrival from the afternoon ferry. Delft Houte on way out. If busy period in Netherlands then book but otherwise you'll be able to use ACSI. We've also stopped at a site in Germany near Reiste which is en route to Hamburg. Will dig out name in a minute and let you know. Excellent site and quite close to autobahn, also ACSI.
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Nice idea ET but I understand the Dutch Police are prone to testing drivers as the depart the ship
Recently spent two days at sea so seven hours doesn't seem too bad!!!David
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Thanks for the replies so far. Delftse Hout was our thought for our initial stay. We have used the site before but it was many years ago. Thanks Wherenext for the site suggestion.
David
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Hi David, We used this route last year and would do so again if heading Eastwards. We stayed overnight in the lanes and had a reasonable sleep but decided to get a day cabin which helped catch up on sleep and passed the time. We usually travel with BF and thought the ferry to be a very reasonable standard.
In regard to food onboard outbound only had a breakfast but on the return ate in the higher priced venue which was not cheap but the meal was excellent and a match for BF.
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It's far easier for you from MK rather than the journey to Calais. Somebody mentioned Khana cl not far from Manningtree. I used this cl two years ago. a large easy to use and find cl that caters for the ferry.
The two ferries are modern and spacious. when I used the ferry it was virtually empty which made it feel featureless and boring. ET has mentioned that and I agree with him.
Personally I would prefer to get a few ours distance behind me rather than stay at Delft.
Overall the ferry was a means to an end. Much easier than Dover, M25 etc. and I would certainly use it again.
Making an early booking will get you a good price, probably cheaper than other routes.
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We used this route last May when we went to the Keukenhof gardens, we stayed on the Koningshof site. We did the day sailing and booked a day cabin we found it fine. If you book a deluxe cabin (i think that's what it's called) you get a few goodies and also tea and coffee making facilities. We are using this route again in June 2017. Food is a bit pricey but we took lunch with us and ate in the cabin.
You can use Tesco deal vouchers on this route too.
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We have used the route 6 times in last 3 years, a mixture of day and night crossing. Always enjoy the crossing but prefer the night crossing as it mean being able to drive a fair distance on the first day. No problem with turning up to Delft later. The ferry gets in about 5pm and even with extra security we have always been on site by 6pm. Reception doesn't close that early but if you were later you can just go up to the restaurant and check in there.
As mentioned breakfast is quite expensive so we just get coffee in the lounge then stop for Breakfast later at a service station.
PS I found Ferries Direct were cheaper than the club when booking this route
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