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Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer

Type:Maritime

Tor Bay, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5SW
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Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer (30 Aug 2025)
Visit of the Waverley Paddle Steamer (1 Sept 2025)

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Waverley is truly unique, she is the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer and was famously gifted to the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society (PSPS) for £1 in 1974. Since 1975 Waverley has been operated on a not-for-profit basis to keep alive the glory of the famous Clyde steamers.

Since those pioneering early days of Waverley’s preservation she has relied on many individuals and organisations to help keep her paddling, but by doing so millions have been able to enjoy the unique experience of travelling on a paddle steamer.

Waverley, the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, will return to South Cornwall and South Devon this summer with the historic steam ship set to include Torquay as a calling point. Waverley will offer cruises in the South West from Thursday 28th August until Monday 1st September with Penzance, Falmouth, Fowey, Plymouth and Dartmouth all set to welcome the famous vessel.

SATURDAY - August 30

First Public Sailing from Torquay since 1980s & Meet Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle

Be part of history as Waverley returns to Torquay for the first time since the 1980s. Be aboard to witness the only operational paddle steamers in the UK meeting up and tooting to each other on the River Dart.

Torquay
  Torquay to Cruise South Devon Coast viewing Dawlish, Cruise to Dartmouth & Steam with PS Kingswear Castle  1255 1720   Book
  Torquay to Cruise South Devon Coast viewing Dawlish, Teignmouth & Sandy Bay 1255 1520   Book
  Torquay to Dartmouth & Steam with PS Kingswear Castle  1545 1720   Book
MONDAY - September 1

South Devon to Dorset Coastal Explorer Cruise

Join Waverley for a special cruise along the South Devon and Dorset Coast. Enjoy views of Start Point, Start Bay, Berry Head, Torquay, Lyme Bay, Portland Bill and Weymouth, before steaming along Dorset's famous Jurassic Coast to Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove.

  Torquay to Weymouth  1215 1615   Book
  Torquay to Weymouth  1215 2045   Book
  Torquay to Cruise Jurassic Coast viewing Durdle Door & Lulworth Cove  1215 2045   Book

 

Once aboard Waverley passengers can savour the sight and sound of a real steamship - hear the telegraph ring, visit the Engine Room and watch the engine start to move and turn the massive paddles, which can be seen through the portholes. With full catering facilities available throughout all cruises - passengers can enjoy a hot or cold snack, tea and cake in the afternoon, a hot meal in the Dining Saloon or a refreshment in one of the period lounges, as well as a visit to the Souvenir Shop to take home an exclusive gift or memento of their trip on this famous and much-loved ship.

 

About Waverley  

  • Waverley was built in Glasgow for the London and North Eastern Railway, launched in October 1946, and entered service on 16th June 1947.
  • Waverley is the World’s last seagoing paddle steamer and was gifted to the Paddle Steamer. Preservation Society in 1974 for £1.
  • Since 1975 she has operated in preservation carrying over 6 million passengers, visiting several areas of the UK offering a variety of day, afternoon, and evening cruises. The ship is operated on a ‘not-for-profit’ basis and owned by Waverley Steam Navigation Co. Ltd, a Registered Charity (SC005832).
  • The steamer is British Registered for up to 780 passengers and is fully restored to her original 1940s style.
  • Waverley was included within the 2023 ‘The Times listing of ‘Seven of the UK’s best boat trips’.
  • Sir Timothy Laurence, husband of Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, is Patron of Waverley.
  • A recent independent Economic Impact Assessment put Waverley’s contribution to the UK economy at £11.6 million showing an increase of over 100% on a similar assessment 8 years previous.

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