Welcome aboard the one-of-a-kind Paddle Steamer you can still cruise around Scotland on: PS Waverley
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 มิ.ย. 2022
- I've been waiting a while for this one...
The fact the Waverley is 'the last seagoing paddle steamer in the world' makes for a cool video title, but at the same time, it also makes me a little bit sad! I hope to see her on the Clyde for many years to come, but maybe now is the time to get onboard and enjoy this unique experience around the stunning west coast of Scotland and beyond. Especially on her 75th Anniversary year!
Waverley Excursions is a registered charity and I can't even begin to imagine how much it costs to keep this old beauty sailing. I paid for my ticket, this is not a sponsored video, but I am more than happy to promote them as much as I can. Please visit waverleyexcursions.co.uk to book one of the vast array of routes sailing this summer. A friendlier bunch of people you will not meet!
I sailed on the first voyage of the year on Saturday 28th May 2022. Step aboard with me and see what all the fuss is about :)
My route was:
Glasgow - Greenock - Rothesay - Tighnabruaich - Rothesay - Greenock - Glasgow (a long day at sea!!!)
I hope you enjoy the video.
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I travelled from Australia to see the Waverley and travel "doon the wata". Very much a highlight of my whole trip to the UK. Having generational family ties to ship engineers from Scotland, it was an emotional experience to watch the steam engines so close up aboard the Waverley. It really is magnificent to see this vessel and others that are still alive and so well maintained. Great video of a great day Steve!
Incredible, so glad you enjoyed that epic adventure! Thanks so much for coming aboard again with me :)
This beautiful vessel is the love of my life..if i could i would marry her!
A real shame that our beautiful South Steyne, her self a product of Scotland isn’t seeing the same love and use as your Waverley ❤️
The memorial is Hutcheson's memorial. My family has ties to the Waverley and I can't wait till I get to sail on her again. I live in Balloch and when I worked for VisitScotland in Helensburgh I sold tickets for her and saw her every weekend. My mum and uncle were at the meeting where she was sold to the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society, and we scattered my Uncle's ashes on Rothesay Bay from her. She's very special to my family.
Thanks so much for this comment Sue!
Beautiful boat in Beautiful weather in Beautiful Scotland. What more could you wish for.
Been a cracking week last week for weather, though windy at times. Just back from Bonnie Scotland myself.
I always wanted to go on the Waverley. She used to run in South Wales and do day trips from Porthcawl to Cornwall. There are old stories of how the folks in Cornwall could hear the Welsh men singing, far out to sea, after a good day on the lash, drinking the Cornish ale. Such a beautiful ship! Thanks Steve, that was quite profound for me.
Hi Steve.
After Watching Your PS Waverley Video , Decided To Make Plans !
Travelled Up To Glasgow And Took A Trip On PS Waverley, Glasgow, Largs, Rothesay, Tighnabruaich, Tarbet.
Then Retraced Route To Terminate At Largs.
Really Lovely Day !!
THANK YOU !!
Will Be Sailing On Her Again Before End Of Season.
Keep The Videos Coming Very Inspiring.
PAUL.
Yes I have taken a trip on this beautiful paddle steamer in a place called Penarth in the vale of Glamorgan South Wales
Hi Steve.
What a beautiful old girl !
And in an excellent condition, too.
The people who look after her, have done a magnificent job !❤️
Here here! They deserve a lot of credit for keeping her going and in such splendour!
What a amazing trip. Never have seen a real paddle streamer in action before up this close. Thanks Steve for this wonderful experience.
Well done Steve. As an old Waverley fan myself I find this so wonderful to re-run. Oddly enough in 1960 I went on the old 'Queen Mary 11' from Glasgow to Tighnabruaich. Fantastic I do love the West of Scotland!
You had a great day for it, thanks Steve, a wonderful share.
Ron
What a fantastic and beautiful vessel. For sure I'll do a cruise with her next time I'm in Scotland.
And yes, Scotland never EVER disappoints. Thank you Steve for this exceptional video.
Hey thanks so much!!!
Such happy memories of sailing on both Waverley and Duchess of Hamilton with my parents back in the late fifties!
A high quality video essay of an excellent vessel in the stunning Scottish landscape - Steve once again makes you feel as if you "are there" with him. Broadcast standard.
Thanks so much John!!!!
Better than broadcast standard because it’s made with genuine passion. A rare thing nowadays on the legacy media with its formulaic approach to features and documentaries. Not that I’d know as I ditched my TV Licence 5 years ago after discovering how much better videos like this are!
Steve gives you a personalized description and points out far more interesting things . You always feel you are there with him on the trip.
She is a fine sturdy old "Lady" and at 75yrs old is a couple of years older than me! I wish that someone would give me the love and attention that gives her a new lease of life! My old Uncle told me about her on the "Tail of the Bank" when she was new, as his family lived in Helensburgh, on the north side of the Clyde. He settled in Argyll north of the river, which the Waverley covers in her tours each year. I'm so impressed with her, that I will be having a sail yearly on the old Lady! Thankyou . Tich.
Thanks Margaret! The volunteers who keep her running deserve a LOT of credit :)
Hi Steve, fantastic video, I am the chairman of the Scottish branch of the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society, I have shared your video on the Waverley Supporters channel, hopefully that will give you a few more hits 😀
Huge respect for the wonderful job you all do , Thank you
Thanks so much Graeme! I just hope she has a great season, and a massive thanks to you and your colleagues for all you do!
I love going on the Waverley when she visits the South Coast and look forward to travelling again later this summer.
Thanks for that! Great way to go down memory lane. Used to live near Dunoon and get the ferry to Greenock. So, missing Scotland!
Thanks for coming along :)
I love this. What a special trip. Thanks for the lovely afternoon.
Merry Ann from Minnesota
It's my 79th birthday today...having a ball.
Belated birthday wishes Merry Ann! I trust you had a wonderful day! :)
@@steve-marsh I had a great b-day, Steve. I got flowers, phone calls, cards, and email posts with silly emoticons. I also received nice presents. Now your wishes top the whole thing off. When is your birthday? It should be a wee national holiday!
Brilliant video Steve and what a beautiful old vessel! The knot you mentioned is known as a "monkeys fist" and is used as a weight on the end of a rope that is thrown to the dock when mooring......know this because my first job was as a deck hand in the merchant navy. Keep em coming Steve, beautiful scenery, absolutely loved this video!😎😎😎
Cheers Will! :)
Very nice to be invited to the captain's office
What a gorgeous journey. I would love to travel on that ship, with its clunking and rumbling. You can just feel its power. And the scenery, as usual, is incredible.
Scotland never disappoints, greetings from Amsterdam
Hey Derek! Cheers and aw the best!
What memories this brought back to my mind. In the 1950’s my mother was chief stewards on the Maid of the Loch. I spent wonderful times on the boat. I had the full run of the Lady. Know ever nook and cranny. It was pure bliss, for a young lad.
Brought back memories of summer holidays in Rothesay, then years later cruising on the Waverley with my now late husband.
I Steve I am looking forward to this paddle steamer trip 😊
Thanks for supporting Waverley!
An absolute pleasure!
I wish I could have travelled on the steamer. Many years ago it visited Belfast but I missed an opportunity to travel from Belfast to Glasgow on it. However, about 19 years ago we visited Lake Lucerne in Switzerland and was able to do the round lake tour on the paddle steamer. A really enjoyable holiday as we visited many other beautiful places such as Zermatt. If I ever have a chance I’ll plan to visit the Waverley. Hope it keeps going for a long time yet.
I well recall a magical week spent Clyde Cruising with my Mum and Dad in 1956. The forward saloon of Waverley was where I first tasted poached salmon with new potatoes and fresh peas with mayonnaise. I still cook that delicious meal and remember those days. I also remember missing the pier at Tighnabruiagh on Duchess of Hamilton and having to do a 360 for a second attempt! Happy days!
Wow, best video yet Steve getting to see the glorious old Waverley in such good ship-shape condition. Thank you!
I usually moan about living in Greenock, but undoubtedly the scenery in this part of Scotland is amazing.
How Wonderful is that.. 10 out of 10... Many Thanks.
Thanks so much Rose!
All that lovely open deck space , that many CalMac ferries do not have today .
That brings back a lot of nice memories! Thank you.
Glad to hear it :)
Hi Steve, I have photographs of Waverley when she made a trip out to Steepholm in the Bristol Channel some 12 or 14 years ago. I was on Steepholm and took photos looking down the 200 odd feet to her standing off while a jolly boat ferried passengers to the Island and then later reversed the process to take them back onboard. As we left for Weston Super Mare in the evening light I took more photos of her as she swept past us and leaned into her turn to stb'd in the fading light and the fantastic colours in the sky reflected the dying embers of the sun. Wonderful memories! Thanks very much for your great video Steve.
simply stunning. I'd say the fellow who gave you the "command center" tour must have one of the best jobs in the world. thanks so much for sharing.
Not a bad way to spend your working day eh!?
Nice video thanks for that. I remember often seeing this ship near Weymouth in 82 as at that time I was a deckhand on a sea-link ferry doing the Channel Islands run.
Another trip for my bucket list👍
I’ve been on the Waverley when she’s been to the Bristol Channel. I just love those steam engines!
Wonderful video what a fine ship in such a breath taking landscape scenery
Thanks so much Jan!
Thank you Thank you. brough back alot of memories from 20 years ago. Will one day take my son on the Waverley.
This trip would be worth making the journey all the way to Scotland from Milwaukee in the US.. Thanks Steve.
I wish she could cross the Ocean - I'd be on that cruise for sure :)
Brilliant Steve, you picked a cracking day
Was great to have you on board Steve!
Such a wonderful ride on an old steamboot,Thanks a lot.
Made a great trip on it , love this boat , seen it so many times when i lived in Dumbarton and Later in Dalmuir !
When I get to Scotland, I'm doing PS Waverley! Super nice people on board 'eh? Heck, when I get to Scotland, I'm going to work on PS Waverley! Cheers Steve!
Haha! :D
@@steve-marsh When I get that deck hand job on PS Waverley, I'll get you and Alicja free passes! But, don't hold your breath. (Sad emoji)
Once again you have taken me on a trip that I have wanted to go on forever. We still have paddle boats that run up and down the Mississippi River but I have never been on one and probably never will. Hi to Alicja. Be well, stay safe, love from Texas.
Thanks Kate! I need to take Alicja for a cruise later in the year when we both have the day off together :)
Love your videos , Steve . Me and my wife are addicted . Well done 👏👏👏
The magic of steam never gets old. I hope the Waverley will be visiting my part of the UK again sometime soon.
dunno where you are but is due on south coast and thames from sep-oct
Great overview of this historic and unique vessel.
Went on the Waverley as a boy and also a few years ago as a 65 year old Southend pier to Tower Bridge and back .
The crowds filming from the shore and waving in London as the old girl spun around near HMS Belfast was amazing.
Long may she steam.
Nice one! Amazing how much of a star she is wherever she sails eh? :)
That was splendid! Thank you so much.
I remember my Granny taking me on Waverley in the 70s.
Travelled on it to Lundy Island. Suprisingly fast with a pulsing motion from the paddles. Escorted back by a pod of Dolphins, memorable!
Great video Steve. Used to sometimes catch the Waverly on holidays to Millport, many years ago. Been in the U.S since 1971. Still love that Old Lady ⚓
Thanks for the memories Steve that was a fabulous video I can’t wait for the full 9.5 hour long version 👍
Haha imagine it! :D
I used to be in a brass band called CWS Glasgow back in 1987. We played a concert on board the Waverley sitting in between the two chimneys. The band is now called The Cooperation Band, for a while it had the not so pleasant name of The Co-Op Funeralcare Band, glad they changed it. No one wants to think of funerals when they go to a concert.
What a beautiful steamer.😎Loved the whole tour.
Thanks Steve for this great video, about 22 two years ago my Wife and I were on a trip to Iona from Oban on the Waverley, spending a few hours in Iona, that was a interesting day out on the pride of Scotland.
And I STILL haven't been to Iona!
Thanks for that , might just do a trip on the back of this video , well done. Last time i was on a paddle steamer was on Loch Lomond.
What a beautiful paddle steamer, shop looks lovely, love all the wood on the Steamer, and nice views,
So happy this old beauty is still running :)
It looks amazing
My last trip to Glasgow, my daughter and I walked the North bank of the Clyde from the Finnieston Street bridge to the Riverside Museum. What a fantastic museum that is!
P.S. at 7:12, I’ll take both of those Crunchie bars…I can’t get them here! 😋
Couldn't agree more! ps - email me if you'd like some sent over ;)
@@steve-marsh, that’s so sweet! (You really don’t have to you know!)
@@erinmcgrathejm4985 Hey not a problem at all! A genuine offer if you fancy a crunchy-fix! :)
Thanks Steve, I've never heard of the Waverley before but I'll definitely take a trip on it next time I'm in Scotland. What a beautiful ship, so historic.
Well worth a trip if you get the chance Kev!
Wow lovely, I'm still finding your videos that fill my heart! I've seen her but didn't know she was Scottish, she comes to Dorset sometimes in the summer. Now I really want to go on her! Thanks for that lovely trip Steve, I hope you never run out of trip ideas!
I’m in love!!!...all that wood and brass!!! Thanks from New Scotland, Canada.
Ach David I wish she could make it across the pond, I'd be on that cruise for sure :)
I was privileged to go on the good ship Waverley when she was working the Bristol Channel with the White Funnel Fleet. We did Portishead pier to Ilfracombe via Penarth Pier to pick up the Welsh party. Day to remember, your Brilliant video brought her back in all her glory. I live in Bristol and it would be fantastic to see her again. She looks absolutely tremendous, massive credit to all the engineers and volunteers who keep her looking like that! Amazing! Thanks for your fantastic film. Regards Andy
I believe she’s not allowed in the River now unless she has a tug which the Waverley can’t afford! so doubtful she will be in Bristol again but she still comes into Avonmouth.
I went on a night time Jazz Cruise on the Waverly, Awesome time. Don't know if they still have them but can highly recommend (even if you don't like Jazz)
Steve your channel is simply amazing!
Quiz answer: It's a "Monkey Fist" on the end of a "heaving line".
That is VERY cool. I'm an old Navy Stoker from waaay back and the engine room is fascinating because everything is turned sideways and on its side to drive the paddles. Those Triple Expansion Clydeside steam engines transformed the shipping world in their time and they were being produced from the 19th century right up to the end of WWII. They' represent the best of Scottish ingenuity.
Beat me to it, darn it. Great call!
@@mstrdiver ... another sailor, I see ...
Complete landlubber here 😁 but that knot fascinates me. I'm going to have to look up how it's tied now.
Thank you so much for this excellent video. I adore the Waverley, it holds so many childhood memories for me and for my son too. It was lovely to see her on the first outing for 2022 and the Scottish countryside, especially the Isle of Bute, where my Dad was brought up, is just stunning. How honoured were you to be able to visit the bridge! x
What a beautiful vessel and a lovely voyage. Thanks for sharing!
Oh that was great to get a " hurl " on the Waverley Steve. She came to Irvine round about Marymass time , August & I was on her then , maybe 40 yrs ago .
When you were on it did you sail past the Jubilee Hospital ? When I was a patient in there about 8yrs ago I used to watch ship's going along, not that many !
Thank you very much again Steve, keep them coming, from me in Irvine 😁😁😁
Yes indeed we did Grace! And I was thinking at the time I hope it gives some of the patients a boost to see her sailing past :)
Terrific Steve 👏 , I'm a Bankie so ships in my DNA , and I see her passing to home most nights and never ever tire of her 😍 . She was built in that basin right behind the ' tall ship ' . Since you're a traveling man Steve , when you passed the stretch along at Bowling , it's the only place in the world to have a main road Dumbarton Rd , boulevard ( A82 ) , motorway ( A8 M ) , canal ( Forth & Clyde ) and river ( Clyde ) all running side by side . Loved it Steve , extra special thanks from your man on the Clyde , best regards
Hey Ian you're giving me some diamond information there for future videos! Cheers!
Great old vessel Steve, and a credit to the trust that keep her seaworthy and still operating. Have been fortunate enough to have been on her twice. Like you I was stunned by the engine room and how quickly she still goes.
Cracking video as usual mate, stay well.
Cheers Bob! Glad you've had the pleasure too!
I rode the Waverley from Dumbarton back in 1970. Thanks for this wonderful video.
Your reminds me of when I was a kid and couldn't lake there they used to bring barges and big big ships up through but the sense of redesigned to canal and I really like that we don't see anything in the International salt head 3 barges that were made in what was 1899 and they had all steam engines and I'm used to be really nice to listen to them during the day
Wonderful memories of sailing on the Waverley and many others between 1955 and 1960 when holidaying at Dunoon. Every stop played Scottish music as the steamer arrived and departed and it was really quite emotional at the time. Also recall the Scottish voices announcing “Steamer for Tarbet and Ardrishaig” - there were lots of steamers although not many paddle steamers. What a shame that children can’t experience what we enjoyed so much in those days!
Hi Steve, A trip down memory lane. When I was a wee boy my auntie worked on the Queen Mary II during the summer season selling cigarettes, newspapers and sweets at the kiosk. She used to get my mum, sister and I tickets for a day cruise from Broomielaw in Glasgow down the coast to Tighnabruach and back again. All the yards were still working in those days and you could hear the sounds of riveters and see the flashes of welders. I saw on one trip the QE2 on the slipway being put together. Proper slicing sausage rolls in the onboard restaurant and big mugs of tea. Sometimes you would see the Duchess of Hamilton on a crossing - not sure where she was going to though. I have a lot of happy memories of cruising doon the watter and holidays on Cumbrae. Moira and I are off to Arran in July for a wee holiday. We're going to book an afternoon cruise on the Waverley from Brodick and around Pladda. Thanks for a great video, Steve. Paul and Moira.
What a beautiful day to enjoy a trip on a beautiful boat! You are right Steve...Scotland never disappoints!! Thank you for sharing!!
Good to see you back in bonny Scotland and in such a splendid Manor to!
Thanks so much Steve. All I can’t come up with is “brilliant “ . Sailed all around there in the sixties and seventies with my Dad. You had a wonderfully day for that trip cause it can get quite sporty out there.
Aye, what a difference a nice day makes :)
Love it .
Did that same cruise a few decades ago , really should do it again.
I definitely need to put this on my list of things to do next time we are up that way. Looks fantastic!
Thanks for sharing Steve. She’s absolutely beautiful… Weather was stunning too…
We had a great trip from Warrenpoint. I wish it would go there more often. 👍
What a wonderful vessel, beautifully kept ,I'd love to do this journey.
Lovely video, Steve! I went on the Waverley for my birthday one year, as she does a section of the season from Southampton and Portsmouth then round the Isle of Wight. Unfortunately on the day we sailed, we had to miss going round the Isle and went to Lymington instead! She's a real beauty and that trip lives long in my memory. I must get back on next year when she's here.
A great video as always Steve, a very special ship for me,
Goodness!! That ol girl is chuffin right along! Pretty stinkin fast for her age and propulsion type
Added another must-do for my visit to Scotland! Thanks, Steve!
What a terrific video of an outstanding boat. Thanks especially for letting us see the bridge with the old and still functional telegraphs. Also loved seeing the reciprocating engines in action. Gee I'm glad I joined your channel!
Thanks so much Lynne :)
Loved it Steve, stunning boat, thx for sharing mate
Officially added to the bucket list! What a gorgeous vessel, indeed :)
I remember in the late 1970,s visiting the Waverley when she was docked on the River Tees as part of the Stockton Museum service, a very special ship, thanks for sharing the video Steve.
What a magnificent vessel and beautifully restored, I saw it in Glasgow once, but it wasn't operating. The engine room reminded me of a particular ferry that ran in my home city (Sydney) between the city and Manly, the SS South Steyne, built by Henry Robb of Leith in 1938. As a kid, we used to catch it between the city and Manly to go surfing, and us kids would spend the whole trip mesmerised by the triple expansion steam engine.
Steve, bananas are considered bad luck on boats when going out fishing, and they were always banned on my little fishing boat. I hope you did not jinx the Waverley!!
Finally the knot looks like a Turks Head Stopper, tied to stop the rope running through a block at the end of the rope.
Wonderful childhood memories! Oh nooooo! I'm sorry about the banana Waverley!
Très belle vidéo qui donne vraiment l'envie d'embarquer sur ce magnifique bateau et découvrir l'Ecosse ...
Brought back great memories of it's frequent visits to Ilfracombe. She sure gets about for an old girl. Many thanks.
Great video, both visually and with the presentation of so much information. I was on holiday in Dunoon recently and had the sight, completely unexpected for me, of the Waverley calling in late one evening when I was having a wander on Castle Hill. It must have been within the first week of the sailings this year. She certainly looked smart.
Another great vlog Steve, thanks for taking us along.
Cheers Derek!
Brilliant video. Thank you very much for sharing. .Brings back wonderful memories 🙏
Have just watched your fantastic film of this lovely vessel. Went on it this Jubilee weekend to Dunoon. The sun shone and it was a glorious trip, wonderful way to travel and beautiful views. Your film really captures it and I certainly want to travel on it again😀