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The Ferrymans Seat plaque

Commemorative plaque

What is recorded here

The public map records this plaque for The Ferrymans Seat. Its recorded inscription reads: The Ferryman's seat located on previous buildings at this site was constructed for the convenience of Bankside watermen who operated ferrying services across the river. The seat's age is unknown but it is thought to have ancient origins.
The Ferryman's seat represents a historical feature used by Bankside watermen operating ferry services across the River Thames, highlighting the area’s significant role in river transportation for centuries.

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