Waverley operates in passenger service until Sunday 18th October for what will be her longest operational season in well over a decade. Bookings are open for all sailing areas, tickets can be purchased online or by calling the Booking office. Later this season on 2nd October we will celebrate the 80th Anniversary of Waverley’s launch back in 1946 as the last steamer built for the London & North Eastern Railway.
2026 Timetables:
Outline dates for each sailing area are available on the Timetables Page.
Unfortunately we are now facing a severe price increase of over 65% compared to 2025. This level of increase is more than we can possibly bear or there will not be sufficient funds available for the 2026-27 winter refit and dry docking.
Reluctantly, we have therefore had to introduce a modest Fuel Surcharge to partly meet the increased cost of fuel. A Fuel Surcharge of £2 will be applicable on Adult or Senior Fares under £46, or £4 on Adult and Senior Fares set at £46 or over. No Fuel Surcharge will be applicable on Child or Dog fares.
Key Fuel Price Figures:
The Fuel Surcharge will be kept under review as the season progresses and will be amended if the cost of fuel changes significantly. We hope our customers and loyal supporters will appreciate the very difficult situation we now face in affording the fuel to operate Waverley this coming season.
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Book online by clicking the BOOK NOW link below or by calling the Booking Office on 0141 243 2224. The Booking Office is open Monday to Friday 0930-1630 and Saturdays 0930-1300.
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