Purpose

Harwich Harbour Ferry (HHF) operates a service
between Harwich, Felixstowe and Shotley, with Harwich benefitting
from the increased tourism revenue and brand recognition the
company brings to the area.
An annual update meeting in November 2023 highlighted steady
passenger numbers, as well as progress on the Owner’s moves
to make the service more environmentally-friendly.
The Owner continues to take opportunities to train local people to
become part of the business whether as maintenance or as
Skipper.
Consideration has been given to the environmental impact of this
continued public funding support; this ferry offers alternative
public transport options to those who do still use the service to
commute or travel for pleasure between Harwich, Felixstowe and
Shotley, as well as encouraging other sustainable travel through
initiatives such as allowing bicycles onboard. This is an extant
service and therefore will not be a new impact to the surrounding
area and waters.
This TDC contribution forms part of a partnership with other
beneficiary Councils, with the total contribution of all Partners
at £31,750.

Content

To pay TDC’s 2024/25 contribution of
£1,500 to Harwich Harbour Ferry, alongside partner Councils,
towards the continued running of the service.

Councillor Ivan Henderson, Deputy Leader of the Council &
Portfolio Holder for Economic Growth, Regeneration and Tourism has
concurred with this decision being made.