WAVERLEY COMES BACK TO LIFE - Engine & Paddles turn for the first time this year! Waverley’s boilers were lit on Tuesday (2nd April) with steam slowly being raised to full working pressure. On Wednesday the engine room pumps were operated with the main engine turning today (Thursday) as we test systems and equipment on Waverley ahead of moving to dry dock in the coming week. This winter has seen some work carried out on the main engine with new parts being fitted. Elsewhere around the ship several contractors are currently working to complete their work scope including the refurbishment works in the crew accommodation. Waverley is expected to be in dry dock for around 10 days before returning to Glasgow for final preparation ahead of the crew joining in early May. During May the ship will undertake trials before her first passenger sailing on Friday 17th May. You can book tickets for all sailings up to Sunday 25th August at waverleyexcursions.co.uk or by calling our booking office on 0141 243 2224. Look out for the South Coast timetable being released shortly. #pswaverley #waverley #steamengine #ship

WAVERLEY'S CLYDE SPRING AND OBAN & INNER HEBRIDES CRUISES NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING We are thrilled to announce details of Waverley’s first cruises of 2024. Over the past few months, we have been working to plan an exciting programme of sailings as we look to build on the success of Waverley’s 2023 season. The 2024 season begins on Friday May 17 with three days of sailings from Glasgow and around the beautiful Clyde Coast before Waverley makes for Oban on Monday May 20 to cruise the magical waters around the Inner Hebrides. We invite you to step aboard Waverley to cruise amongst the charming highland landscapes. Prepare to be in awe of the ever-changing scenery that unfolds against the backdrop of some of Scotland's most breath-taking and dramatic coastlines. FIRST EVER CALL AT ULLAPOOL Each day of Waverley’s week long Oban & Inner Hebrides timetable promises a unique sailing experience. Don’t miss your chance to be aboard Waverley as she makes her FIRST EVER visit to Ullapool on Wednesday May 22. WAVERLEY’S RETURN TO FORT WILLIAM Waverley will also return to Fort William for the first time in many years thanks to Cruise Loch Linnhe who will provide a tender transfer between Waverley and Fort William Town Pier. Join Waverley on Bank Holiday Monday May 27 as she cruises from Fort William and down Loch Linnhe to Oban before setting course for Tobermory and the small Hebridean Island of Coll - famed for its sandy beaches and tranquil atmosphere. OBAN & INNER HEBRIDES HIGHLIGHTS Further timetable highlights include sailing along the Skye coastline to Staffin Island on Thursday May 23 and a stunning cruise round Mull and Staffa viewing Fingal’s Cave on Saturday May 25. See timetables below for Waverley’s Spring Scottish sailings. Waverley’s Captain, Officers and crew look forward to welcoming you aboard this spring. Book tickets now at waverleyexcursions.co.uk or by calling our booking office on 0141 243 2224 (Mon-Fri 0930-1630).