The Story of M/S Patricia

M/S Patricia was built in 1938 in Middlesbrough, England, for The Corporation of Trinity House – the British authority responsible for lighthouses and maritime safety. She was designed as both a working and a ceremonial vessel, built to withstand rough seas while also hosting guests from the Royal Navy and the British royal family.

When World War II broke out, Patricia was requisitioned for military service. She took part in the evacuation of Dunkirk in 1940 and later played an important role ahead of the Allied invasion of Normandy in 1944, helping to lay buoys and mark safe channels for the landing forces. Some traces from her wartime service, such as bullet holes in the hull, still remain – reminders of the time when Patricia served on the front lines of the war.

After the war, she returned to peaceful duties under Trinity House and was used for royal and official engagements. For several decades, she was a well-known and much-loved vessel in British waters, admired for her blend of functionality and elegance.

In 1982, she was retired from service, sold, and brought to Sweden. After spending a few years as a restaurant ship in the north, Patricia found new life in 1986 when she arrived in Stockholm. Moored first at Stadsgårdskajen, she quickly became one of the city’s most iconic nightclubs and restaurants.

Since 2013, she has been docked at Söder Mälarstrand – a beloved part of Stockholm’s nightlife and a meeting place for music and culture.

Today, the vessel is operated by AB Lady Patricia and houses several bars, dance floors, stages, and event spaces. Here, history meets the present – from the British fleet to modern Stockholm nightlife.

Our History – Preserved and Alive

We are proud that M/S Patricia is not only a place of entertainment but also a historic vessel with a unique cultural heritage. Our ambition is to combine her rich background with today’s standards of functionality, safety, and experience.

All renovation and development on board are carried out with respect for original details and period character. Many elements of the interior, fittings, and construction remain from her time in British service. Through careful restoration, we have created an atmosphere where history feels alive – without compromising on modern comfort or technology.

For us, it is about balance: Patricia should remain a ship with soul and story, while offering multiple bars, stages, dance floors, and flexible spaces for events, conferences, and private gatherings.

To host an event on board Patricia is to be part of a piece of international history – right in the heart of Stockholm.