Originally named Leendert-R and built in 1907, this Dutch barge is now moored on the River Nene by Town Bridge. Opened as Charters in September 1991. Normally eight real ales available plus Belgian bottled beers and eight real ciders. Regular quizzes, DJ sets and live music. Large, popular beer garden with new covered areas and an outside bar (extended in 2021), and landing stage for boats. The upper deck houses a fine oriental restaurant called East, and food and snacks are also available in the bar. Bar menu available 12-2.30. Regular GBG entry. Peterborough CAMRA Gold Award winner in Feb 2023. Footpath from the garden leads to the Nene Valley Railway and Railworld. Busy on football match days. May stay open later than midnight at the weekend. Dog friendly. 20p off a pint of real ale to card carrying CAMRA members. Regular beer festivals (February, Easter and August).