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Paddle Steamer Waverley

Sail aboard the famous Paddle Steamer Waverley for a memorable day at sea on Scotland's beautiful West Coast. Experience the sights, sounds and thrills of travelling on the last seagoing Paddle Steamer in the World, amidst glorious Scottish scenery.

Welcome aboard the famous Paddle Steamer Waverley to enjoy an unforgettable day at sea! Built in 1947, our magnificent steamship cruises the waters of the West Coast of Scotland, linking Glasgow, Greenock and Largs with the beautiful islands, lochs and Highland villages around the Firth of Clyde and West Highlands. Onboard you will experience the power and majesty of Waverley’s giant steam engine, see her paddle wheels turn, listen to their rhythmic beat and hear her melodic steam whistle as she glides between piers and harbours. See her engineers skilfully operating her steam engine whilst her officers and crew expertly navigate her from the bridge. Paddle steamers first sailed on the Clyde in 1812 and Waverley continues the traditions of her predecessors.

Explore Waverley's extensive open decks, admire the shining brasses, marvel at her towering funnels and polished wooden handrails and feel the wind in your face as she effortlessly cruises through time. You can even send a postcard from Waverley’s Victorian post-box! 

Eating and drinking aboard is part of the Waverley experience. You can enjoy lunch or dinner in our traditional dining saloon and relax in the comfortable period lounges beautifully restored to their original nineteen forties style. Our friendly stewards and catering crew look forward to welcoming you.

Waverley offers a great way to see wildlife. Bring your binoculars to spot birdlife, seals and porpoises. You might even see our beautiful dolphins as they escort the ship around the Clyde!

And at the end of your journey, you can take home an exclusive Waverley gift from the on-board shop - Waverley has her own range of souvenirs, sweets and chocolate!

Waverley is owned by a Registered Charity and by sailing aboard this magnificent ship, the last seagoing paddle steamer in the World, you are helping to ensure that Waverley can continue to sail for many years to come.

Waverley sails from her base at Glasgow Science Centre on the Firth of Clyde, from late May until August and from Oban in May and June. Waverley also operates elsewhere in the British Isles, including on the Bristol Channel, England's scenic South Coast and the famous River Thames - see our website for full details.

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CHILDREN GO FOR £1 ON ALL GLASGOW & CLYDE COAST SAILINGS

We are delighted to announce that for 2024 Child (5-16) fares on all Glasgow & Clyde Coast sailings will be just £1 to mark the 50th Anniversary since Waverley was gifted to the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society for £1. Children under 5 go FREE on all sailings (no advance booking is required for under 5s).

SENIORS BRING A FRIEND FOR FREE

Our popular Senior offer will be available again in 2024 on some selected sailings including:

• Tuesday 21st May – from Armadale
• Friday 24th May – from Oban to Tobermory
• Tuesday 4th June – from Clevedon to Penarth or Cruise Holm Islands
• Tuesday 4th June & Thursday 20th June – from Penarth to Clevedon or Cruise to Minehead
• Wednesday 5th & Friday 14th June – from Ilfracombe
• Thursday 20th June – from Clevedon to Cruise Holm Islands
• Fridays 28th June, 5th July & 12th July – from Glasgow & Dunoon
• Tuesday 2nd July from Largs, Rothesay and Tarbert
• Wednesday 3rd July from Kilcreggan
• Thursday 4th July from Millport (Keppel)
• Tuesday 9th July from Ayr and Tighnabruaich
• Wednesday 10th July from Largs
• Thursdays 4th & 11th July from Greenock
• Thursday 11th July from Brodick

Seniors Bring a Friend FREE – One free ticket with each Adult ticket purchased. Both persons travelling together must be senior (60 years or over.) Please note this offer is only available to book in advance and cannot be purchased on board the steamer.

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Waverley Excursions Ltd - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

Inside the Waverley, the last sea-going passenger-carrying paddle steamer in the world which visits Wales next month

It's like stepping back in time when you go inside

• 08:15, 14 MAY 2023

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The Waverley, the world's last seagoing paddle steamer, is now open for visitors to experience the thrill of travelling onboard the steamship. As the sole survivor of it's kind, the ship has become an icon- and it is coming to Wales in just a few weeks time for people to experience the thrill of it themselves.

The Waverley is registered on The National Historic Fleet as being a vessel of pre-eminent national significance and has operated in preservation since 1975. It has become a “national treasure” carrying over 6 million passengers.

It will be cruising the Bristol Channel in June for the first time in five years docking at Penarth , Porthcawl and Tenby from June 2 to 18 this summer, making stops at Newport , Milford Haven and go around Swansea Bay, the Gower coast, Caldey Island and St Brides Bay. It will be the first time the steamer visits Tenby in 30 years.

Read more: You can sail from Wales on the world's last sea-going paddle steamer the Waverley this summer

The steamer will also offer a wide variety of cruises from Clevedon, Portishead, Weston, Minehead and Ilfracombe. It sounds like it is going to be a memorable experience for anyone hopping onboard- so we wanted to get a sneak peek of what visitors were in for.

Here are a few pictures of what it looks like on the inside:

There all sorts of nooks and crannies for people to enjoy the ship from different perspective, including a range of bars.

Visitors can even watch the steam engine start to drive the ship’s massive paddle wheels and view the stunning coastline.

You can step back in time and enjoy the traditional dining saloon and period lounges.

There is also a souvenir shop where you can purchase an exclusive memento of your cruise aboard.

The Waverley has a fascinating history, and was built to replace a previous vessel of the same name that was sunk during the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940. The ship spent many years operating as a passenger ferry on the Firth of Clyde in Scotland.

Originally built in 1947, the Waverley has a rich history and has since been lovingly restored. The steamer's massive paddle wheels are powered by a mighty steam engine, which visitors can watch in action during their trip, and in the 1970s, the ship was rescued from the scrapyard by a group of enthusiasts who formed the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society.

To relaunch her sailings on the Bristol Channel there are several special offers, with kids fares from £1, over 60s can 'Bring a Friend Free’ on June 13, and NHS workers can claim a 15 per cent discount when booking in advance at waverleyexcursions.co.uk.

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Scottish highlands by steam train and meet kirsty wark.

Scottish broadcaster and journalist Kirsty Wark is now joining this exclusive trip - get the chance to hear a special talk from Kirsty and ask your questions in a Q&A session.

Join us on a wonderfully nostalgic exploration of the wooded hills, glens and crystal-clear lochs of the Trossachs.

Travelling on the famous Jacobite steam train and the world's last ocean-going paddle steamer, PS Waverley, you'll take in the impressive sight of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, enjoy a unique experience on the world's first rotating boat lift, and pass over the spectacular 21-arch Glenfinnan viaduct, as seen in the Harry Potter films.

You'll also take a voyage on tranquil Loch Katrine. The scenery around the loch is breathtaking - at its northern end is Glengyle, the birthplace of Scottish outlaw and folk hero Rob Roy.

You'll be staying at the Buchanan Arms, Drymen which has comfortable, elegant bedrooms, some with views of the scenic Scottish countryside. There's plenty of opportunity to tuck into some fine Scottish grub between excursions too, like local seafood or fabulously fresh fish and chips.

"The train was comfortable and very nostalgic. We all enjoyed the ride. Chugging around the actual bend to see the viaduct was a very exciting moment." - Guests on our previous Scottish steam tour. You can read more about their trip here .

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PS Waverley

A steam journey on the Jacobite

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Kirsty Wark is an award-winning Scottish broadcaster and journalist. Starting her career on Radio Scotland, she is now Newsnight's longest-serving presenter. Kirsty also presented 'The Women Who Changed Modern Scotland' which tells the stories of key women who have had a role in shaping Scotland over the last 50 years.

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• Three nights' dinner (with wine each evening), and B&B at The Buchanan Arms, Drymen)
• A ride on the Falkirk Wheel boat lift
• A trip on the Fort William/Mallaig line on The Jacobite steam train, joined by Kirsty Wark
• Cruise on Loch Katrine
• A special talk and Q&A from Kirsty Wark one evening
• Voyage on the historic PS Waverley
• The services of a Brightwater Holidays tour manager

Additional information Pick-up points Departure Edinburgh airport (tram terminus) 11.30 Edinburgh town (Outside the Marriott Hotel, Glasgow Road) 11.45 Return Edinburgh airport (tram terminus) 15.30 Edinburgh town (Outside the Marriott Hotel, Glasgow Road) 15.45 Single supplement £125 Accommodation Buchanan Arms Hotel, Drymen This information is indicative and subject to change

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Depart from your chosen pick-up point and travel to the Falkirk Wheel, the world's first rotating boat lift. We shall start the journey on the water at New Port Downie, from where you will sail into the Falkirk Wheel. Enjoy the truly spectacular scenery as the wheel commences its graceful ascent to join the Union Canal 35m above. We sail along the Union Canal and under the historic Antonine Wall - the Roman's most northern frontier - before you enjoy a wander through the Visitor Centre, where lunch is available (not included).

We continue to the Buchanan Arms, where dinner with wine will be served in the evening.

Today following breakfast we'll head for Helensbugh where we commence our sail 'Doon ra Watter' on the world's last seagoing paddle steamer, The Waverley* - the last ocean-going paddle steamer plying its trade on the River Clyde. It was built in 1946 to replace the 1899 Waverley which was sunk at Dunkirk and is an extremely impressive sight with its immense 2100 horsepower steam engine. On-board facilities include a self-service restaurant, café, bar and souvenir shop. We will leave the ship at Tighnabruaich and our coach will be waiting to take us back to the hotel, travelling over the "Rest and Be Thankful" and through stunning Argyll scenery.

Dinner will be served this evening, and also in the evening Kirsty Wark will join the group to give a special talk and Q&A.

*Subject to confirmation of the Waverley's sailing schedule.

Today, following an early start, we will journey back in time on the Jacobite steam train and experience one of the most memorable and spectacular railway journeys in the world - the famous Fort William to Mallaig line following The Road to the Isles. "The Jacobite" combines the romance of the steam era with the opportunity to drink in the stunning views of this wild and historic part of Scotland. From the slopes of Ben Nevis the line runs through rugged mountains, past sea and inland lochs and onto the shores of the Atlantic at Mallaig. The route also takes us over the massive Glenfinnan viaduct overlooking Loch Sheil, where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard in 1745. Kirsty Wark will join the group for this unique trip.

There is time to enjoy lunch (not included) in Mallaig, whether you choose fish and chips, crab sandwiches or freshly landed lobster, but do leave room for a special treat, as, on arrival in Fort William we'll return by coach to the hotel, where we'll enjoy a refreshing glass of champagne before dinner.

Following breakfast we check out of the hotel and depart for a cruise on Loch Katrine, the tranquil loch which serves as Glasgow's water supply. Sit back and relax as we glide across the water and savour the famed charms of The Trossachs, a highly scenic area of lochs, hills and woods.

Following our cruise we continue through The Trossachs to Callander, where there will be an opportunity for lunch (not included). Thereafter we return to the airport or make onward connections.

Accommodation

Buchanan Arms Hotel, Drymen

Just 5 minutes from Loch Lomond, The Buchanan Arms Hotel & Leisure Club offers free parking and free Wi-Fi.

The elegant bedrooms at Buchanan Arms Hotel each have a private bathroom with free toiletries. All rooms have a hairdryer and TV, and many have scenic views of the local countryside. The well-stocked bar offers a collection of local whiskies and fine wines, and a buffet breakfast is served daily. There is also a restaurant and a leisure club. The Buchanan Club features an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room. There is also a modern fitness centre with squash courts and aerobics classes.

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Waverley is located in the south west corner of Surrey, and named after a Cistercian Abbey,  Waverley Abbey ,  on the outskirts of Farnham, the Borough of Waverley is an oasis of quiet rural charm but has plenty of  things to do  to ensure you have a visit to remember.

Nature and history have combined to create a landscape filled with literary and artistic associations which inspired the writings of poets and authors, including Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Lord Alfred Tennyson. 

You can follow in their footsteps, as well as those of the modern-day Hollywood actors and directors who are increasingly falling in love with the area and using it as a backdrop for films including War Horse, Gladiator, The Holiday and Snow White and the Huntsman. Take a look at the  Film Location  page.

Visitors can bike, ride or walk the bridleways and footpaths of  The Greensand Way .

You can visit the large areas of National Trust heathland at   Hindhead ,  Frensham  and the Nature Reserve at  Thursley . 

And, with the River Wey winding its way through the towns and villages there are also miles of riverside walking for you to explore. 

A wealth of independent  restaurants, pubs and coffee houses  along the way, also mean visitors have plenty of places in which to relax as they discover this beautiful area of Surrey.

Waverley's bustling market towns  are steeped in historic buildings, some dating back to the 15th century. 

With a variety of unique and independent shops also on offer it is a perfect, relaxing day out – and as you take a walk through the historic streets, don’t forget that you can discover more about their  history  at the towns’ museums including Godalming’s links to the Titanic and how Haslemere is home to an Egyptian Mummy.

Waverley's towns and villages host a variety of local festivals and their calendar of  events  will entertain a wide range of interests, including arts and crafts, music and theatre, local food and drink.

For ideas and inspiration for visiting the Waverley area of Surrey with a group, view the  Waverley Group Travel Guide

Wherever you travel around Waverley’s towns and villages, you are assured of a warm welcome to this beautiful corner of Surrey.  Come and  stay in Waverley .

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• Westfield Bondi has been closed since Saturday 13 April.
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• For all further parking enquiries, please contact our customer care centre at  [email protected].

All vehicles at Westfield Bondi, regardless of parking period or what is displayed on the Westfield app, will not be charged for parking. For all further parking enquiries, please contact Westfield customer care centre at [email protected] or click here .

Collecting personal belongings Scentre Group is working with NSW Police on customer access to personal belongings. All lost property has been transferred to Waverley Police Station, 150 Bronte Road, Waverley. Please contact them directly to collect your personal items on 02 9369 9899.

Public condolences

• The people of NSW are invited to come together and sign an online condolence book in honour of those affected at www.nsw.gov.au/bondicondolences
• The community are also inviting to leave floral tributes at Oxford Street Mall, Bondi Junction (Bronte Road-end).
• A table is set up next to the floral tributes area for people to physically sign condolence books.

Overview of support 

A dedicated phone line for victims of the Bondi Junction incident has been established. Please call 1800 019 123 from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Helpful resources:

• NSW Health have specialist disaster-trained clinicians at Bondi Junction.
• The NSW Mental Health Line is available 24/7, with specialist staff available to speak to anyone affected by the attack. Call 1800 011 511
• Members of the community can also contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636
• Victims Support Scheme Quick Guide for primary victims, secondary victims and parents, step-parents and guardians of a child victims
• Family victims support fact sheet
• Understanding the Victims Support Scheme – an Easy Read Guide
• NSW Police have assigned a Family Liaison Officer to support each impacted family of the deceased
• Victims can access support through the NSW Government’s Victims Support Scheme Please see below for more detailed information
• Australian Red Cross have a multi-lingual resource with information for communities, parents and caregivers after a distressing event has happened . It's available in  Arabic |  Farsi |  Hebrew |  Kurdish |  Nepali |  Russian |  Somali |  Swahili |  Turkish |  Ukrainian.
• 13Yarn provide a service where you can talk with an Aborginal or Torres Straight Islander Crisis Supporter on 13 92 76 (24 hours/7 days).

After a distressing event has happened

Victims Support Scheme

The Victims Support Scheme provides counselling, financial assistance and a recognition payment to victims of an act of violence in NSW.

Support is available through the scheme for the families of those who have lost their lives and those who have been affected by the violent acts at Bondi Junction.

What support is available? 

• Counselling to help victims recover from the psychological and emotional impacts of a crime.
• Financial assistance for immediate needs to help cover urgent health, safety or security expenses resulting from the violent crime.
• Financial assistance for economic loss to cover other expenses resulting from a violent crime.
• Assistance to pay for  funeral expenses on behalf of family members of a homicide victim.
• A  recognition payment to acknowledge the violent crime.

Who can access victims support? 

The type of support available for those who have been impacted by the acts of violence at Bondi Junction will depend on their situation but anyone at the centre at the time of the attack will be considered a secondary victim and then be eligible for counselling.

Primary victims who have been injured:

• Counselling
• Financial assistance for immediate needs
• Financial assistance for economic loss
• A recognition payment.

Secondary victims who are witnesses can access counselling.

A parent, step-parent or guardian of a child who was injured can access financial assistance for economic loss that directly resulted from the act of violence, and counselling.

Family victims (an immediate family member of a homicide victim) can access:

• counselling
• financial assistance for immediate needs
• financial assistance for justice-related expenses
• financial assistance to help with funeral expenses of the victim
• Eligible family victims may also receive a recognition payment.

A relative of a homicide victim, not considered a family victim, who is affected by the victim’s death (extended family member) can access counselling.

Road closures

• There are currently no traffic alerts for the area
• For all road closure updates, visit livetraffic.com
• There are currently no alerts for bus services in the area.
• For the latest bus route information, visit  https://transportnsw.info/alerts#/bus

Waverley Council acknowledges the Bidiagal, Birrabirragal and Gadigal people, who traditionally occupied the Sydney Coast. We also would like to acknowledge Aboriginal Elders both past and present.

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