Paddle Steamer cruises from Southampton and Portsmouth – the perfect day out along the South Coast

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Step back in time aboard the magnificent Waverley for a nostalgic trip the whole family can enjoy.

Experience the beauty of the South Coast with sailings from Portsmouth and Southampton from Thursday 5th September until Wednesday 25th September.

Only aboard Waverley can you cruise round the Isle of Wight or steam along Dorset’s Jurassic Coast to view Lulworth Cove.

Cruise through the sparkling waters of the Solent and visit the charming town of Yarmouth or for the ultimate steam day out step aboard Waverley to visit Swanage Railway or the Isle of Wight Steam Railway.

An authentic paddle steamer

Waverley boasts a rich history and showcases a magnificent triple expansion steam engine that will leave you in awe.

Experience the authentic charm of a real steamship as you hear the telegraph ring, witness the engine’s graceful motion and sense the gentle aroma of hot oil and steam. You can even watch the paddles turning.

With almost 80 years of history, Waverley is a living testament to a bygone era, and is registered on The National Historic Fleet as being a vessel of pre-eminent national significance.

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Cruises from Southampton

Fridays September 6 & 20 - Sail 10am, back 8:15pm

Cruise down Southampton Water and into Portsmouth Harbour, one-way to Portsmouth £30, Kids (5-16) go for £1, visit Portsmouth and return on Waverley £45, Kids £1, visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £53, or stay aboard for the full cruise to the Needles Rocks and Lighthouse with views of Freshwater Bay £59. SENIOR BRING A FRIEND HALF FARE - Buy one Senior (60 & over) ticket & get a second Senior HALF FARE. Advance booking only.

Sundays September 8 & 22 - Sail 9:45am, back 7:45pm

Steam down Southampton Water and across to visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £46, Kids (5-16) go for £1, visit the charming town of Swanage £57, Kids £1, or combine a cruise on Waverley with a trip on the Swanage Railway £67, or stay aboard for the full cruise along to view Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door £63.

Monday September 9 - Sail 11:30am, back by coach 5pm

Join Waverley for a cruise down Southampton Water and through the western Solent passing the Needles and across to view Old Harry Rocks before steaming into Poole Harbour. One-way to Poole £40, Kids (5-16) go for £1, with coach return to Southampton £49, Kids £1.

Saturday September 14 - Sail 10:30am, back 8:45pm

Cruise down Southampton Water and into Portsmouth Harbour, one-way to Portsmouth £30, Kids (5-16) go for £1, visit Portsmouth and return on Waverley £45, Kids £1, visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £53, or stay aboard for the full cruise steaming round the Isle of Wight £67.

Sunday September 15 - Sail 9:45am, back 8:30pm

Steam down Southampton Water and across to visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £46, Kids (5-16) go for £1, visit the charming town of Swanage £57, Kids £1, or combine a cruise on Waverley with a trip on the Swanage Railway £67, or stay aboard for the full cruise along the Jurassic Coast to Weymouth Bay and Portland Bill with views of Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door £65.

Monday September 16 - Sail 11:30am, back by coach 5:15pm

Join Waverley for a cruise down Southampton Water and through the western Solent passing the Needles and across to view Old Harry Rocks & Swanage Bay before arriving in Poole. One-way to Poole £40, Kids (5-16) go for £1, with coach return to Southampton £49, Kids £1.

Saturday September 21 - Sail 10:30am, back 8:45pm

Cruise down Southampton Water and into Portsmouth Harbour, one-way to Portsmouth £30, Kids (5-16) go for £1, visit Portsmouth and return on Waverley £45, Kids £1, visit Ryde on the Isle of Wight £53, Kids £1, combine a cruise on Waverley with a trip on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway £67, or stay aboard for the full cruise steaming round the Isle of Wight £67.

Tuesday September 24 - Sail 10am, back 8:45pm

Cruise down Southampton Water and across to visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £46, take a one-way trip to Portsmouth £36, Kids (5-16) go for £1, visit Portsmouth and return on Waverley £45, or enjoy the full cruise steaming round the Isle of Wight £67, Senior £63.

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Cruises from Portsmouth

Thursdays September 5 & 19 - Leave 10am, back 8:30pm

Wednesday September 25 - Leave 10am, back 8:30pm

Steam through the Solent and visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £47, Senior £43, cruise past the Needles and across to visit the popular seaside town of Swanage £57, Senior £55, combine your cruise with a trip on the Swanage Railway £67, or enjoy the full cruise along Dorset's Jurassic Coast to Lulworth Cove £65.

Fridays September 6 & 20 - Leave 12noon, back 6:25pm

Cruise through the Solent and visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £47, or stay aboard for the full cruise to the Needles Rocks and Lighthouse with views of Freshwater Bay £56. SENIOR BRING A FRIEND HALF FARE Buy one Senior (60 & over) ticket & get a second Senior HALF FARE. Advance booking only

Saturday September 14 - Leave 11:30pm, back 7:40pm

Cruise through the Solent to visit Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight £47, or stay aboard and steam round the Island viewing the Needles, St Catherine’s Lighthouse, Sandown Bay and the various towns on the ever-changing coast £59.

Wednesday September 18 - Leave 3:30pm, back 9:30pm

Step aboard for a unique late afternoon and evening cruise from Portsmouth as Waverley steams through the Solent, viewing the Needles Lighthouse before crossing to Swanage Bay £49.

Saturday September 21 - Leave 12:30pm, back 7pm

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Steam across the Solent to visit Ryde on the Isle of Wight £35, Kids (5-16) £1, combine a cruise on Waverley with a trip on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway £51, or stay aboard for the full cruise steaming round the Isle of Wight £59.

Tuesday September 24 - Leave 1:35pm, back 7pm

Step aboard Waverley for a magnificent cruise round the Isle of Wight, view Sandown Bay, St Catherine’s Lighthouse & the Needles rocks £59, Senior £56.

Book now

Tickets can be booked in advance at waverleyexcursions.co.uk or by calling Waverley’s booking office on 0141 243 2224 (open 09:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday).

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