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# The Ship & Anchor

A friendly Pub, Campsite & Marina located in the stunning South Downs in Ford nr Arundel.

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [What's On](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/whatson/)
- [Revive your Darts Skills in 2026](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/revive-your-darts-skills-in-2026/) - Revive your Darts Skills in 2026 Come and join our first darts practice session on Monday 12th January 2026 at the Ship & Anchor, Ford starting from 19.00.After a break of probably 20 years we have purchased a new winmar board and have 10 initial players keen on forming a team and possibly joining a
- [🚤 Thank You for Your Generosity 🚤](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/elementor-13072/) - 🚤 Thank You for Your Generosity 🚤 On 2nd January 2026, we were pleased to welcome John, a volunteer from RNLI Littlehampton, to The Ship & Anchor to count the contents of our collection box.Thanks to the kindness of our customers, a total of £75.30 was raised.John now aged 82, was rescued by the lifeboat
- [A Classic Sunday: Sunbeams at the Ship & Anchor](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/a-classic-sunday-sunbeams-at-the-ship-anchor/) - A Classic Sunday: Sunbeams at the Ship & Anchor We were lucky enough to host 3 magnificent Sunbeam cars for Sunday lunch on 7th September. Beautifully restored, the oldest 1966 and looks better than when brand new; what an amazing site. Thank you for visiting and bringing your vehicles.
- [SHIP & ANCHOR QUIZ NIGHT – 13th August 2025](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/ship-anchor-quiz-night-13th-august-2025/) - SHIP & ANCHOR QUIZ NIGHT – 13th August 2025 Another great night was enjoyed at our fortnightly Summer Quiz enabling the youngest team to become star winners: Mabel, Frida, Agnes and India won tonight’s top prize of £50 cash. Well done girls !! Runners up received a Gift Token of £10 to be used in
- [GENDER REVEAL at the SHIP & ANCHOR](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/gender-reveal-at-the-ship-anchor/) - GENDER REVEAL at the SHIP & ANCHOR The Ship & Anchor, Ford was very proud to be chosen by mum-to-be Leah Oliver for her Gender Reveal party on Sunday, 3rd August 2025.Well attended by 40+ members of Leah’s and George’s immediate family and friends with Dad doing a great job on helium for the ballons,
- [MORRIS DANCING  - AT THE SHIP & ANCHOR](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/morris-dancing-at-the-ship-anchor/) - MORRIS DANCING – AT THE SHIP & ANCHOR Come and watch traditional English folk dancing dating from the 1400’s. The Ship & Anchor, itself dating from 1664 has been hosting groups of Morris Dancers as long as Morris Dancing in England has been a “thing.” Morris Dancers have been around throughout our pub’s 361 year history and
- [RECENT ACTIVITIES AT FORD MOORINGS](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/recent-activities-at-ford-moorings/) - RECENT ACTIVITIES AT FORD MOORINGS This year, the summer weather has been glorious and many boat owners have been very active during this time. Here are some of the recent examples of the hard work and care put in by the boat owners throughout the past few weeks. MV Drifter Almost exactly one year post
- [🚤 Boat for Sale – Open to Offers 🚤 ](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/🚤-boat-for-sale-open-to-offers-🚤/) - 🚤 Boat for Sale – Open to Offers 🚤 Looking for your next project or the perfect fishing vessel? Check out Heart of Oak, a classic wooden open boat ready for new adventures! 🔹 Name: Heart of Oak 🔹 Type: Wooden open fishing boat 🔹 Built: 1973, Ipswich 🔹 Engine: Lister twin-cylinder diesel 🔹 Features: • Beach-launch capable with steel skid•
- [The River Arun Swim – Ship & Anchor to Littlehampton](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/the-river-arun-swim-ship-anchor-to-littlehampton/) - RIVER ARUN SWIMMERS’ ANNUAL EVENT – CAMPING / SWIMMING / BREAKFAST BBQ FOR SUPPORTERS AT STARTING POINT Saturday 21st June 2025 (Start 09:10hrs). This is the 17th year the River Arun Swim will take place and another unique chance to swim or watch the swimmers set off on the classic Ironman distance of 3.8km from
- [KARAOKE](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/karaoke/) - KARAOKE AT THE SHIP & ANCHOR THIS SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 2024 STARTING AT 8PM
- [“DRIFTER” COMES TO THE SHIP & ANCHOR !](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/drifter-comes-to-the-ship-anchor/) - We are very pleased to welcome the latest arrival to our moorings “MV DRIFTER” and what a beautiful little boat it is. Proud new owners Dave and “Curly” (guess which one that is!) have chosen the Ship & Anchor moorings at Ford and arrived safely on 27th August 2024 in a blaze of sunshine. Dave
- [Lambretta and Vesper Visit - Surprise](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/lambretta-and-vesper-visit-surprise/) - Lambretta and Vesper Visit What a wonderful surprise we all had on Monday 20th August 2024 when early evening a group of 15 wonderful Lambretta Scooter owners turned up with immaculate machines for a “swift half” at the historic Ship & Anchor Pub, one of West Sussex’s oldest pubs dating back to 1664. Warmly welcomed
- [The Ship & Anchor, Ford Gains Two new Accolades](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/changes-at-the-ship-anchor-ford/) - The Ship & Anchor Gains two significant Accolades The Ship & Anchor Gains two significant Accolades Since re-opening on 2nd March 2024 we are pleased to announce we have been strictly assessed by both the Food Standards Agency and by Trading Standards and passed with flying colours. Both organisations have sweeping powers to close down pubs and restaurants
- [GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED  11th – 14th July 2024](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/goodwood-festival-of-speed-11th-14th-july-2024/) - THE 2024 GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED 11th – 14th July 2024 Our campsite is just 30 minutes away from glorious Goodwood by car or take the train from Ford to Chichester to pick up the Goodwood shuttle to enjoy 4 days absolutely packed with exciting action as Goodwood celebrates stories, machines and people from the
- [Medieval Jousting Tournament 30th July to 4th August](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/medieval-jousting-tournament-arundel-castle/) - Medieval Jousting Tournament, Arundel - 30th July to 4th August 2024 Why not come and stay on our pleasant campsite for the week of 30th July to 4th August 2024 and attend the International Jousting Tournament at Arundel Castle. Held over six days, visitors witness a thrilling display of horseback skills and combat as the
- [WATERFRONT FESTIVAL - JULY 2024](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/waterfront-festival-july-2024/) - WATERFRONT FESTIVAL - JULY 2024 Come and stay an our friendly Campsite and visit the 2024 Littlehampton Harbour Waterfront Festival 20th-21st July 2024. This year the harbour will host the Waterfront event celebrating all things nautical: dinghy sailing, yachts, workboats, powerboats, paddleboarding, angling, RNLI lifeboats, jet-skis, flyboards, and hovercraft to name a few.
- [HONDA BIKERS OWNER’S GROUP](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/honda-bikers-owners-group/) - The Ship & Anchor was proud and honoured to host the Honda Bikers Owner's Group, Solent Division again this year. It was a very special year for the biker’s group as it clocked up 30 on the dial, not the speed dial but it's 30th Anniversary! Congratulations to all attendees and a special thanks to Barbara who

## Pages

- [Home](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/) - Welcome to the Ship & Anchor Get Started For CAMPERS Set in the picturesque South Downs on the doorstep of Arundel and next to the River Arun. Book a stay with us. More Info For PUB GOERS Serving great ales and great food. Why not visit or book with us today! More Info For Boaters
- [Pub\Restaurant](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/pub/) - Restaurant Menus St. Valentine's Day MENU WINTER / SPRING MENU Sunday Menu Breakfast Menu Book Now Info St. Valentine's Day MENU  WINTER / SPRING MENU  Sunday Menu  Breakfast Menu  Book Now Loading… Time Of Arrival (7:45pm latest)* First Name* Last Name* Email* Total No of Guests* Phone* Special Requirements Send Info
- [Campsite](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/campsite/) - CAMPSITE GUIDANCE Welcome to our campsite and we hope you enjoy your stay visiting the many local attractions and local historic places of interest. The following guidance is intended to ensure the safety, peace and enjoyment of everyone visiting or staying on the site. Our pleasant campsite is situated next to the River Arun between
- [Marina](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/marina/) - Littlehampton West Beach www.sussex-tides.com Littlehampton Tide Table for the next 3 days Tide times for 1 February 2026 Tide Time Height Low 04:23 0.8m High 10:49 5.6m Low 16:49 0.5m High 23:22 5.8m Tide times for 2 February 2026 Tide Time Height Low 05:10 0.6m High 11:37 5.8m Low 17:35 0.3m Tide times for 3
- [About Us](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/about-us/) - Do you know our history? Our pretty campsite takes its name from the Ship & Anchor Inn built in 1664 which quickly became a centre for local smugglers in the 1700’s and 1800’s.In England smuggling first became a recognised problem in the 13th century, following the creation of a national customs collection system by Edward
- [Vacancies](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/vacancies/) - The Ship & Anchor Public (Free) House at Ford, West Sussex is looking to expand its small highly motivated kitchen team with additional team players equally passionate to learn and produce quality British Pub food. The following opportunities are currently and immediately available: - All positions are full-time requiring staff to follow a rota covering
- [Contact](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/contact/) - GET IN TOUCH & DROP US A LINE contact our friendly team below CONTACT FORM Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Paragraph TextCommentSubmit Address Ship & AnchorStation RoadFord BN18 0BJ Telephone +44 1243 551262 (Campsite)+44 1243 551747 (PUB) E-mail info@theshipandanchor.co.uk
- [FAQ](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/)
- [Booking Form](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/wpbc-booking/)
- [Booking Received](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/wpbc-booking-received/) - Thank you for your booking. Your booking has been successfully received.
- [Sample Page](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/sample-page/) - This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I'm a bike messenger
- [Shop](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/shop/)
- [Portfolio](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/portfolio/)

## My Templates

- [PubRestTest](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/?elementor_library=pubresttest) - Restaurant Menus Christmas Menu All Day Menu Breakfast Book Now Christmas Menu All Day Menu Breakfast Breakfast MenuFull English BreakfastButcher’s Sausage, Bacon, Egg, Grilled Tomato, Flat Mushroom, Black Pudding, Hash Brown and Baked Beans£11 Full English Breakfast (Large)Butcher’s Sausage 2, Bacon 2, Egg 2, Grilled Tomato, Flat Mushroom, Black Pudding 2, Hash Brown 2 and
- [The Events Calendar - Starter](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/?elementor_library=the-events-calendar-starter)
- [Default Kit](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/?elementor_library=default-kit-2)
- [Default Kit](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/?elementor_library=default-kit)

## Works

- [Poster Mockup](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work/poster-mockup/) - Palm Tree Interior is a realistic mockup designed to showcase your posters or artworks. Psd mockup is great for minimalistsor any other type of poster. Leverage agile frameworks to provide a robust synopsis for high level overviews. Iterative approaches to corporate strategy foster collaborative thinking to further the overall value proposition. Organically grow the holistic
- [A4 Paper Mockup](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work/a4-paper-mockup/) - We are providing another fresh photorealistic free A4 size paper mockup with custom background and stylish high resolution presentation. Leverage agile frameworks to provide a robust synopsis for high level overviews. Iterative approaches to corporate strategy foster collaborative thinking to further the overall value proposition. Organically grow the holistic world view of disruptive innovation via
- [Label Tags](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work/label-tags/) - This mock-up includes smart layers and allows you to change the color of the label tag - Easy Peasy. Leverage agile frameworks to provide a robust synopsis for high level overviews. Iterative approaches to corporate strategy foster collaborative thinking to further the overall value proposition. Organically grow the holistic world view of disruptive innovation via
- [Paper Cup Soft Drinks](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work/paper-cup-soft-drinks/) - The PSD file contains separated objects and shadows, lets you change the background color and remove the straw if needed. Leverage agile frameworks to provide a robust synopsis for high level overviews. Iterative approaches to corporate strategy foster collaborative thinking to further the overall value proposition. Organically grow the holistic world view of disruptive innovation
- [Paper Packaging](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work/paper-packaging/) - The PSD file includes smart layers Leverage agile frameworks to provide a robust synopsis for high level overviews. Iterative approaches to corporate strategy foster collaborative thinking to further the overall value proposition. Organically grow the holistic world view of disruptive innovation via workplace diversity and empowerment. Bring to the table win-win survival strategies to ensure
- [Leather Drawstring Pouch](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work/leather-drawstring-pouch/) - The PSD file includes smart layers so you can easily add your design and allows you change the color of the pouch Leverage agile frameworks to provide a robust synopsis for high level overviews. Iterative approaches to corporate strategy foster collaborative thinking to further the overall value proposition. Organically grow the holistic world view of

## Jobs

- [Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/jobs/apprenticeship-commis-chef-level-2-full-time/) - KITCHEN PORTER / KITCHEN ASSISTANT This position, a key role in the smooth running of a professional kitchen, your main role is to ensure the chef has all the pots, pans, plates, dishes, jugs, utensils, knives and cutlery that he needs to cook and serve professional dishes. This can be pressurised when the kitchen is
- [Commis Chef (full time)](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/jobs/commis-chef/) - Chef / Commis Chef Job tasks: · Prepping ingredients and components for our menu · Cooking and serving modern British classics. · Ensuring the kitchen follows all health and safety requirements · Helping the rest of the team with daily cleaning tasks such as dishwashing and clean stations Full-time or Part-Time requiring staff to
- [CATERING APPRENTICE](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/jobs/12494/) - CATERING APPRENTICE We have a second Chef Apprenticeship place available whereby you would be required to attend Chichester Catering College 1 day per week and undertake paid on-the-job training in our kitchen for a minimum of 30 hours per week.
- [BAR STAFF](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/jobs/bar-staff/) - BAR STAFF Our small but busy traditional English food led pub is seeking experienced bar and FOH staff. Must be willing to work some week-ends and of course bank holidays, including Christmas, New Year and Easter when hospitality is at peak demand by the public. Small friendly team, great working atmosphere.
- [Sample Job](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/jobs/thjm-sample-job/) - We’re seeking an experienced IT support person to join us on this journey, using their technology skills to make us even more efficient. In this role, the support person will oversee IT systems and assets, assist with upgrades and fixes, and provide training and support as needed. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of

## FAQs

- [Can I charge my Electric Vehicle on your campsite?](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/can-i-charge-my-electric-vehicle-on-your-campsite/) - Yes. Although we do not have dedicated EV charging points you may access electricity supplied to your Caravan or Campervan from our electric hook-up points. Additional charges apply.
- [Are Camping Groups Welcome?](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/are-camping-groups-welcome/) - #We are willing to consider applications from pre-approved well managed groups, associations, clubs, rallies and societies and would love to hear your ideas
- [Can we book a table in the Pub?](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/can-we-book-a-table-in-the-pub/) - Yes, please use the booking form on the website or call Pub phone number 01243551747.
- [How close is the river to your site and is it accessible](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/how-close-is-the-river-to-your-site-and-is-it-accessible/) - We are right next to the river Arun and the footpath runs between the Pub and the boat compound. The riverside path can get a little overgrown in places at certain times of the year, but you can have lovely walks at other times.
- [Is there a menu for the Pub Restaurant?](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/is-there-a-menu-for-the-pub-restaurant/) - Yes, please take a look at the Pub / Restaurant section for our current Menus
- [Do you have any job vacancies?](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/do-you-have-any-job-vacancies/) - Please head on over to the vacancies section for current available roles
- [Do you have a tide table?](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/faq/camping-faq/) - Yes, please head over to the Marina section of our website for more details.

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/category/uncategorized/)
- [Events](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/category/events/)

## Works Categories

- [Advertisement](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work_genre/advertisement/)
- [Art Direction](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work_genre/art-direction/)
- [Branding & Identity](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work_genre/branding-identity/)
- [Graphic Design](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/work_genre/graphic-design/)

## Job Categories

- [Chef](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/thjm_job_category/chef/)

## Locations

- [Ford nr Arundel](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/thjm_job_locations/ford-nr-arundel/)

## Job Types

- [Full-time](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/thjm_job_type/full-time/)

## FAQ Groups

- [Camping](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/?faq-group=camping)
- [Pub / Restaurant](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/?faq-group=pub-restaurant)
- [Marina](https://theshipandanchor.co.uk/?faq-group=marina)