Harwich to the Hook of Holland ferries
Ferry crossings used for horses and ponies from the UK to Europe are
- Dover to Calais
- Newhaven to Dieppe
- Harwich to the Hook of Holland
- Hull to Rotterdam
- Portsmouth to Le Havre
- Portsmouth to Caen
- Portsmouth to St Marlo
If you are considering taking you horse to Holland in Europe.
For what ever reason for wanting to take your horse or pony to Holland be it a holiday or an event, then the most popular and sometimes the most cheapest route to cross over into Holland is going by ferry from Harwich to the Hook of Holland. For those who are travelling a long distance, there are stables you can book for your horse in advance in order to give them a rest.. There are specialised stables at Harwich and the Hook of Holland.
Get a quote on our equine travel services to and from Harwich to the Hook of Holland.
Stabling on your journey.
Other stable yards and equestrian centres throughout the UK and across Europe offer a good stabling service. Taking your horses by ferry to Europe is the only way because horses are not allowed in the Eurotunnel. Booking well in advance can sometimes get you a cheap ferry ticket from Harwich to the Hook of Holland however it is best to check online for special offers.
By using a reputable International horse transport company.
Using companies such as John Parker International or Belvoir International horse transport Ltd all of the paperwork is taken carred of for you, by them. All you need to ship your horse to France is an export licence, this can be easily obtained from DEFRA. Don't forget to get in touch with the ferry company before you travel and check for any delays or rough weather. Horses are not allowed on ferries in very rough seas. Always make sure you take your horse passport with you when travelling.
A little about the hook of Holland.
The Hook of Holland is Dutch: for "Corner of Holland", the Hook, is a town in South Holland in the Netherlands. It is situated on the North Sea coast, on the north bank of the Nieuwe Waterweg ship canal. There is a regular Stena Line ferry service between Hoek van Holland and Harwich in England. At the terminal is railway station Hoek van Holland Haven, on the line from Hoek van Holland Strand to Rotterdam via Maassluis, Vlaardingen and Schiedam.On the other side of the river is the Europoort and the Maasvlakte.
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