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The Sandbanks Ferry will undergo a scheduled major refit in November as part of a routine maintenance programme the vessel undergoes every two years.   The ferry’s last day of service before the refit will be Sunday 1st November 2026, with normal hours of...

Quarter 3 Newsletter: Rounding Up The Summer Our latest newsletter brings key updates, useful travel information, and local community highlights from the Sandbanks Ferry straight to your inbox. Find out about our recent support of Swanage Carnival, and key information...

From 1st July 2026, a new Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system will be in place for all vehicle crossings on The Sandbanks Ferry. From this date, vehicle crossing payments in person by card, paper ticket, or by Sandbanks Ferry Toll Card (SFTC) will no...

Following the approval of toll increases by the Department for Transport, the Sandbanks Ferry Company has confirmed toll charges for the forthcoming year. Mike Kean, Chairman of the Sandbanks Ferry Company, said: “We greatly value the support from our customers and...

 Passengers travelling on the Sandbanks Ferry raised more than £2,500 for the RNLI on Christmas Day, with the ferry operator offering free crossings and inviting travellers to donate their usual toll fare to the lifesaving charity. The ferry has run a free Christmas...

Quarter 4 Newsletter: Autumn Activities & Staff Spotlights Our Q4 newsletter highlights an exciting autumn season, with a festive atmosphere filling the ferry with cheer over the recent months. Read about one of our fantastic team members – Skipper / Engine...