General Information
- Departure Point accessibility explained
At Paddle Steamer Waverley, we are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all passengers, including those with accessibility needs.The accessibility of each departure point is categorised as follows:
| A | Category A departure points have no restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| B | These departure points may have access restrictions depending on local tidal conditions. |
| C | These departure points have access restrictions with no step-free access. |
Please note that at any departure point there may be steps at the gangway or once aboard Waverley.
Detailed accessibility information and guides may be downloaded from the Accessibility Information page here.
- what3words locations explained
Postal codes are not accurate enough to specify precise locations, especially in less densely populated areas. what3words uses combinations of three simple words to uniquely specify a 3-metre (10-foot) square anywhere in the world.
For example, Waverley sails from Tower Millennium Pier on the River Thames with a what3words location of privately.jolly.crew. Clicking or tapping on a what3words link will open your web browser and display the precise location on a map.
Alternatively you can download the what3words app from the Google Play and Apple App Store.
For more information, including how to use with Google Maps, visit the what3words.com website.
Departure Points Index
Departure Points
Bideford A
- The Quay, Bideford, EX39 2EY
trek.emphasis.applauded Waverley sails from Bideford Quay. Pay and display parking available at The Quay Car Park, EX39 2HL, and Bridge Street Car Park, EX39 2BU (maximum stay 10 hours for both).
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Bristol Coach Connection - Anchor Road Bus Stop, outside the Bristol Aquarium, BS1 5DB
Tuesday June 9th: Bristol to Clevedon Coach Connection departs from Anchor Road Bus Stop outside the Bristol Aquarium, BS1 5DB at 8am.
Chepstow Coach Connection - Chepstow Bus Station, Thomas Street, NP16 5DH
Wednesday 10th June: Chepstow to Clevedon Coach Connection departs from Chepstow Bus Station in Thomas Street by the M&S food store, NP16 5DH at 12 noon.
Clevedon C
- Clevedon Pier, The Beach, BS21 7QT
spicy.taker.token Clevedon Pier is a traditional Victorian Pier therefore there is no lift or step free access from the pier walkway to Waverley, please note there may be up to 66 steps to reach the gangway depending on the height of tide. Wheelchairs cannot be carried down the stairs. Those with limited mobility should be aware of the need to use stairs. Bikes must be pushed along the pier and carried down the stairs to the gangway. Dogs can board on selected short sailings; dog owners should consider their pet’s suitability to travelling down the stairs to the ship. Limited on street parking in areas behind the sea front. Pay and display parking Hawthorns, BS21 7RG.
clevedonpier.co.uk Public Transport: Regular buses from Bristol served by Services X6, X7 and X7a. X6 is the 'fast' service, but does not call at Clevedon Pier. Nearest stop is Elton Road, on the Sea front and 5 minutes walk to Pier. Service runs every day, but only until early evening. X7 and X7a are the 'slow' routes, serving Nailsea and Backwell Station. Run until late evening, and stop at Pier Gates, except late evenings and on Sundays. Otherwise, disembark at Elton Road. X5 and X11 provide infrequent services from Portishead and Weston-super-Mare.
By Rail: train to Bristol Temple Meads, bus 8 (or taxi) to Bristol Bus station and bus (X6/X7 as above). Alternatively, Yatton rail station and pre-booked taxi.
Car Park: Hawthorns, Elton Rd, BS21 7RG. There is some free on street parking in areas behind the sea front. All passengers joining Waverley at Clevedon are requested to arrive at the pier entrance gate at least 30 minutes before the advertised departure time to ensure sufficient time to walk down the pier.
Accessibility | Category: | C Access restrictions with no step-free access. |
| Step free access: | No, between 2 and 6 flights of stairs must be used at Clevedon. |
| Wheelchair accessible: | No. Wheelchairs cannot be carried down the stairs. |
| Additional info: | Passengers are advised that they may be required to use up to 6 flights of stairs before reaching the ship's gangway. |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Exeter Coach Connection - Exeter St David's Railway Station, Exeter, EX4 4GY
Wednesday June 3rd: Exeter to Ilfracombe Coach Connection departs from outside the main entrance at St David's Railway Station at 9am.
Fishguard A
- Fishguard Harbour, SA64 0BX
cuter.picnic.tidy Waverley sails from Fishguard Harbour, adjacent to Fishguard Harbour Railway Station, SA64 0BX. The port will provide a parking area for Waverley passengers on the day.
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Ilfracombe B
- Ilfracombe Harbour, EX34 9EQ
cookie.encourage.lines Waverley sails from the outer part (pier) of Ilfracombe Harbour. Pay & Display parking available at the main car park at the pier.
Accessibility | Category: | B May have access restrictions depending on local tidal conditions. |
| Step free access: | Mostly yes, occasionally the use of the high water berth at mid-tide will require use of stairs. |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Ilfracombe Coach Connection - Ropery Road Car Park, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EF
Tuesday May 26th: Ilfracombe to Padstow Coach Connection departs from Ropery Road Car Park, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EF at 11.30am.
Merthyr Tydfil Connection - College Bus Stop, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1YE
Friday June 5th: Merthyr Tydfil to Swansea Coach Connection departs from Merthyr Tydfil College Bus Stop at 8.15am.
Milford Haven B
- Mackerel Quay, SA73 3BN
chair.signs.cabinet Waverley will sail from the lock entrance at Mackerel Quay. Passengers should be aware that the gangway can be steep at low water. Parking available at Mackerel Quay Car Park, SA73 3BN.
Accessibility | Category: | B May have access restrictions depending on local tidal conditions. |
| Step free access: | No, there is one step up to reach the quayside before the gangway. |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
| Additional info: | Passengers are advised that at low water the angle of the gangway may be steep at Milford Haven. |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Minehead A
- Minehead Harbour, TA24 5UL
smokers.trailer.cubic Waverley sails from Minehead Harbour. Pay & Display parking at Quay West, approximately 5 minutes walk.
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Newport Coach Connection - Newport Railway Station Bus Stop, Queensway, NP20 4AX
Newport to Penarth Coach Connections departs from Newport Railway Station Bus Stop on Queensway, NP20 4AX on Friday June 12th at 3pm, and on on Sunday June 14th at 8.30am.
Padstow A
- Padstow Harbour, PL28 8BL
originals.aviation.steep Waverley will sail from Padstow South Pier, PL28 8BL. Recommended Pay & Display parking available at Link Road Car Park, PL28 8AX. Allow sufficient time to reach the harbour. Waverley's berth is approximately 15 minutes downhill walk from Link Road Car Park.
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Penarth B
- Penarth Pier, CF64 3AU
toned.atom.medium Penarth Pier is a traditional pier, 1-2 flights of stairs may be required to reach the gangway depending on the height of tide. Public transport: Penarth rail station, allow 15 minutes, steep climb on return. Cardiff bus routes 92/93/94 from Cardiff to Penarth Town Centre, allow 15 minutes walk, steep climb on return. Also Adventure Travel 305 Cardiff direct to Penarth Pier. Limited frequency on 305. Car parking at Cliff Parade CF64 5BL, 20 minutes walk to pier. Also limited "on street" parking on Marine Parade etc. Esplanade parking is limited to 2 hours.
Accessibility | Category: | B May have access restrictions depending on local tidal conditions. |
| Step free access: | Mostly no. Most sailings use lower landing stages that are accessed via 1 or 2 flights of stairs. |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Limited to high water calls only. |
| Additional info: | Passengers are advised that they may be required to use up to 2 flights of stairs before reaching the ship’s gangway. |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Porthcawl A
- Porthcawl Harbour, CF36 3XA
dividing.salary.delight Waverley sails from the lighthouse pier, Porthcawl Harbour, CF36 3XA. Parking available along Eastern Promenade. Rail to Bridgend station with frequent buses from Bridgend bus station to Porthcawl.
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Porthcawl Coach Connection - Esplanade, Porthcawl, CF36 3YR
Friday June 5th: Porthcawl to Swansea Coach Connection departs from turning area at Eastern Promenade outside the harbour where it becomes Esplanade, CF36 3YR at 8.15am.
Portishead A
- Eastcliff, BS20 7AF
nurse.agreement.lecturers Waverley departs from the quayside adjacent to Eastcliff, BS20 7AF. First Bus X4 from Bristol Bus Station, every half hour during the day to Harbour Road Portishead. Allow 10 minutes to walk to the Quay. On street parking at Roath Road, Beach Road East, Gardner Road, Woodhill Road.
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Swansea A
- Fabian Way Park & Ride, SA1 8LD
Friday June 5th: Passengers will join a mandatory shuttle bus at Fabian Way Park & Ride to join Waverley in Swansea Docks. The Park & Ride will remain open after hours for Waverley passengers. All day parking costs £1. No bikes can be carried on Waverley to/from Swansea.
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
| Additional info: | Passengers must join a mandatory shuttle bus which will run into the docks to meet Waverley. |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Tenby A
- Tenby Harbour, SA70 7BW
cove.rents.decisions Waverley sails from Tenby Harbour, SA70 7BW. 3 disabled parking spaces available at the Harbour, SA70 8BY. More Pay & Display parking available throughout Tenby. Tenby railway station approximately 10 minutes walk.
Accessibility | Category: | A No restrictions to accessing Waverley for disabled passengers or those with restricted mobility. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | Yes |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
Tenby Coach Connection - North Beach Pay & Display Car Park, Gas Lane, Tenby, SA70 8AG
Tuesday June 16th: Tenby to Milford Haven Coach Connection departs from North Beach Pay & Display Car Park, Gas Lane, Tenby, SA70 8AG at 3.30pm.
Weston-super-Mare C
- Knightstone Causeway, BS23 2AD
food.punchy.solved Waverley sails from the quayside adjacent to the flats on Knightstone Island, BS23 2AD. 2 disabled parking spaces available at Knightstone Causeway, BS23 2AD. Pay & display parking available throughout Weston.
Accessibility | Category: | C Access restrictions with no step-free access. |
| Step free access: | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible: | No. Distance between gangway and surrounding walls is not large enough to allow wheelchair access. |
| Additional info: | Distance between entrance to gangway and surrounding walls is too narrow for wheelchair access. |
General Waverley accessibility information and downloadable guides may found on the Accessibility Information page here.
