Torquay to Weymouth by Paddle Steamer

Supporting the preservation and operation of paddle steamers Waverley and Kingswear Castle

Torquay to Weymouth by Paddle Steamer

On Thursday 3rd September 2026 Waverley is offering a trip from Dartmouth and Torquay single to Weymouth.

Princess Elizabeth entering the harbour at Torquay.

Before Waverley the last paddle steamer to carry passengers between Torquay and Weymouth was Princess Elizabeth on Saturday 27th June 1965 on a special charter to PSPS.

Embassy 21st July 1952

Before that the last paddle steamer to make several day trips in the season between Weymouth and Torquay was Cosens’ Embassy in 1949.

For more details of the Torquay sailing in 1965: 27th June 1965: Princess Elizabeth – Kingswear Castle

Waverley is sailing on the South Coast until 22nd September. For full details: Waverley Excursions – The World’s last Seagoing paddle steamer