With summer just around the corner its time to start planning your day out on the water! Sailing aboard Waverley & Balmoral through glistening seas and under blue skies is a perfect way to spend a hot summer day. Your timetable is packed with ideas for you to Step Aboard for a Great Day Out!

You can spend the summer: exploring the Lochs & Islands of the West Coast of Scotland; Visit Britain’s ‘Treasured Isle’ – the Isle of Man; enjoy a whole host of special events on the Bristol Channel: Visit Padstow, Cruise Round Lundy, Sail up the moonlit Avon Gorge, see the Tornado Steam Train and Thomas the Tank engine at Minehead! Sail along the Jurassic Coast and Round the Isle of Wight from ports on the South Coast and on the Thames you can sail through Tower Bridge and visit Southend & Whitstable. There are special fares for Seniors and Children and discounts for Groups. Whatever you choose, your journey is just beginning...

Book online now and guarantee your place onboard for your Summer day out. It’s easy and fast, just print your ticket and sail away!

Irish Sea – ‘Go Abroad’ to Isle of Man
Cruise Round Anglesey
Balmoral June 24 until 29

For a tiny island, the Isle of Man packs in an extraordinary variety of attractions. Sailing aboard Balmoral you can visit the capital Douglas, take a Vintage Steam Train trip or cruise around the island. Don’t miss out on these popular trips from Garlieston, South West Scotland or Whitehaven in Cumbria Book Now to ensure your place on board!

On June 29 - you can sail on ‘Britain’s Finest Cruise’ – From Menai Bridge you sail through the spectacular Menai Strait and under the famous bridges before cruising round the Isle of Anglesey

Glasgow & West Coast of Scotland
June 25 to August 30

Bring back magical memories or create new ones! Sailing from Glasgow you can steam ‘Doon the Watter’ to Dunoon & Rothesay and explore Lochs & Islands: Visit Arran, Bute & Cumbrae. On July 28 step aboard and be the first to welcome Cunard’s Queen Victoria on her maiden visit to Scotland.

On Tuesdays you can steam through the world famous Kyles of Bute to visit Tarbert or cruise Loch Fyne, on Wednesdays Waverley will take you on a lochs cruise where you can see dramatic scenery, and on Thursdays you can visit Millport or cruise to the Isle of Arran. Sail from Ayr, Largs, Greenock and Helensburgh or join the connection from Glasgow or click on a port to find a sailing that suits you.

On Summer Sundays sit back and relax, read complimentary newspapers with your morning coffee, enjoy a Sunday Roast with the best views in the World! Take your pick from spectacular Ailsa Craig – the Kyles of Bute – Isle of Arran – Loch Fyne.

Great Days Out for Kids in the Summer Holidays

There’s fun and adventure and FREE* tickets for kids! Learn about the history of the Clyde and Paddle Steamers – and watch the mighty engines turning the ship’s famous paddles!

This offer is from Glasgow on Saturday and Sundays sail to Greenock or Helensburgh and Fridays and Sundays to Rothesay; From Greenock on Sundays sailing to Largs; From Greenock & Helensburgh on Thursdays sailing to Millport; From Ayr on June 27 sailing round Ailsa Craig.

Join in the fun onboard on Pirates & Princesses days August 6 from Glasgow and August 9 from Ayr.

South Coast of England  PDF
Balmoral July 16 until 22

Balmoral’s visit to the South Coast is packed full of interest! On Saturday 17 sail from Portsmouth and Ryde along the Sussex Heritage coast to Worthing & Beachy Head. On Sunday 18 step aboard at Portsmouth and Yarmouth to visit the popular seaside resorts of Bournemouth and Swanage and along the Jurassic Coast - all the way to Lulworth Cove! Sailing from Ryde & Portsmouth you can cruise right round the Isle of Wight on Monday 19. You can enjoy a Summers eve cruise along the Sussex Heritage coast from Portsmouth or sail all the way to London from Newhaven & Rye. Watch as London’s Tower Bridge opens for you to sail through!

Bristol Channel  (PDF)
Balmoral July 1 until 15
August 14 – September 14

Visit the seaside in Ilfracombe - Glorious Devon, Explore the National Trust Island of Lundy, Sail on scenic rivers and up the dramatic Avon Gorge, Visit Minehead in Somerset,

Sail around the ‘Channel’ Islands or charming West Country harbours. There are Day,Afternoon and Evening cruises to choose from and with the option to include a Railway trip

or a visit to a Theme Park or onboard Princess & Pirate events - there is something for everyone to enjoy!

In July you can sail all the way to Cornwall and visit Padstow, Cruise round Lundy, sail up the moonlit Avon Gorge, see the Tornado Steam and Thomas the Tank engine at Minehead! In August don`t miss the cruise to Clovelly or the first ever trip from Briton Ferry to Ilfracombe. And make a date in your diary for the trip to the CAMRA Real Ale festival in September!

Balmoral is a sailing from a port near you!

Thames – see Tower Bridge open for You!
Balmoral July 21 - August 5

Step Aboard for the finest cruise on the Thames! Sail from Great Yarmouth, Southwold, Ipswich, Clacton, Southend and more. Cruise along the River Thames – see the Flood Barrier- the Dome - Greenwich Waterfront and sail through Tower Bridge into the heart of London - see the Tower of London and HMS Belfast.

You can also visit the lively resorts of Southend or Clacton with vibrant piers and glorious miles of seafront or enjoy oysters at Whitstable! Don’t miss the chance to see the famous White Cliffs of Dover on a sailing all the way to the ancient town of Rye.

Tall Ships Extravaganza Hartlepool August 7-10

The Tall Ships event will welcome a magnificent fleet of around 100 ships. From Scarborough, Sunderland & North Shields you can beat the traffic and sail in style on Balmoral to enjoy a visit to the event. Soak up the carnival atmosphere - see Fireworks on an Evening Cruise –follow the Parade of Sail. On Saturday, Sunday & Monday you can enjoy a short cruise from Hartlepool along Durham’s Heritage Coastline.

Cruise to Lindisfarne – August 11
Don’t miss the chance to sail and see ‘one of the world’s most enchanting places’. Book now from Hartlepool, Sunderland & North Shields for a cruise to the Farne Islands!

Eating & Drinking On Waverley & Balmoral

Both ships have a traditional steamer restaurant offering a wide range of hot & cold foods.(PDF) You can start your day with breakfast, have a 3 course meal for lunch or dinner or enjoy freshly filled sandwiches. There is a selection of wines available to accompany your meal and you can relax in the lounges after dinner with a Real Ale or a fine Malt.

The Souvenir shop onboard allows you to take home a memento of your day or send a postcard to tell friends & family all about your day out!

Sizzling Summer Offers

Bristol Channel

1. •July 2 Senior Citizens can Buy one ticket get One FREE cruising round the Holm Islands from Clevedon & Penarth. Call 0845 130 4647 to book and quote JUN10
   

2. •Senior Citizens enjoy discounted fares to Ilfracombe
   

3. •There is fun, adventure and FREE TICKETS* for kids on afternoon Exmoor & Atlantic coast cruises sailing from Ilfracombe Plus Senior Citizens can take advantage of these cruises for a special price of £13
   

Scotland

•Kids travel FREE* to Dunoon & Rothesay from Glasgow Fridays June 25: July 9,16 & 23

•Children FREE* to Millport every Thursday July 1st until August 26. Sail from Greenock or Helensburgh

1. •Seniors bring a friend FREE on Friday June 25 – and special low fares every Friday
   

2. •Senior Special every Monday July 19 until August 30 sail from Glasgow ‘Doon the Watter’ and spend the day in Largs. One Way only £10.
   

UK Wide

• 10% discount for groups of 10 or more so gather friends, family and work colleagues for a great day out! Book online now to qualify for your automatic discount.

1. •Check out our special offers they change daily so keep checking this page throughout the season
   

*One free child ticket with every adult ticket purchased

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