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.
A plaque record does not grant entry to a building or private land. View it from a public place unless permission is clearly given.
Places near here
The Hope Playhouse, and the remains of three further bear gardens, BanksideScheduled monument · 54 yd
Union WorksListed building · 106 yd
Shakespeare's GlobeHeritage attraction · 115 yd
Sam WanamakerMemorial · 117 yd
Post at West Corner of Rose AlleyListed building · 121 yd
The Rose TheatreMemorial · 128 yd
Olympic statue on the South Bank SE1Monument or public art · 135 yd
The Globe TheatreScheduled monument · 171 yd
QueenhitheVisitor information · 256 yd
Switch HouseViewpoint · 378 yd
Baynard's Castle, 78m south-west of St Benet Metropolitan Welsh ChurchScheduled monument · 532 yd