Author: semplep

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

Waverley Enters Dry Dock

On Friday 20th March Waverley entered Garvel Dry Dock for her annual out-of-the-water inspection and refit.

50 Years since Waverley’s First Sailing in Preservation

On Thursday 22nd May 1975 Paddle Steamer Waverley undertook her “2nd maiden Voyage” when she sailed from Glasgow to Dunoon with invited guests at the start of her preservation career. Two days later she sailed from Glasgow to Ardrishaig on her first public sailing on charter to the PSPS. Today 50 years on and she…
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Waverley’s 2024 in Pictures – 77 Images Capturing her 77th Year

For 2024 Waverley was given the prestigious title of Flagship of the Year by National Historic Ships UK in recognition of her ambitious sailing programme. Throughout the season Waverley flew a special Flagship Pennant above the bridge to denote her national status and received an engraved brass plaque which is on display in the Dinning…
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