Folks great discussion, but, no mention of day boats, I cannot see these boats adhereing to by-laws they will probably go full pelt in that area if not stopping off at the pub!
I have had boats cut across my bow there and that is from side on moored, holidaymakers just do not think at times when on a boat IMO, gung ho comes to mind, so yes an accident possibly waiting to happen, but only possibly, no harm done, yet!
It is a busy area and should be treated with care.
I feel yet more instructiobs to hirers, on the way.....do not moor stern on at the Ferry Inn, Horning!
Iain