Weekly Snaps
24 January 2025
Photography has always played an important role on Britannia. While she was in service, there was always a 'Yottie' appointed, nicknamed 'Snaps', to take photographs of life aboard the Royal Yacht.
In keeping with this tradition, we now have our own Photographer in Residence, Ruth McQuiggan, who has been capturing our very own Weekly 'Snaps' - a collection of snapshots of life around the ship today.
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Hanging outside the Sun Lounge, The Royal Yacht Britannia's Bell is a favourite spot for photographing treasured memories.
Visitors enjoy touring the five decks at their own pace while listening to the fascinating history of Britannia on our complimentary audio guided tour, which is available in over 30 languages.
Renata, Housekeeper, polishing the brass in the Bridge, the main control point of the Yacht.
Housekeeper, Aiga, ensuring that the Grand Staircase is kept up to Royal standards.
Served in the Royal Deck Tearoom, our mouthwatering scones are baked daily in the onboard Galley. Do you put jam or cream first?
Amelia, Chef de Partie, and Bob, Junior Sous Chef, in the Galley preparing dishes for an exclusive evening event.
A scrumptious honey roast Ayrshire ham, grain mustard and vine tomato sandwich from our menu, ready to be served in the Tearoom.
Enjoy a hearty bowl of our signature soup, cream of Cullen skink & chive, during your tour of Britannia.
While exploring the Royal Yacht, spot the corgis hiding throughout the tour route in the Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt.
The Royal Yacht Britannia is berthed in the Port of Leith, just two miles from Edinburgh's city centre.
This stunning Britannia crested Quaich is a unique memento to take home from your Scottish visit. Quaich's were originally used for porridge and drinking ale.
Make bath time more enjoyable with the Royal Admiral Duck, available for purchase in our Gift Shop.
Tony preparing ropes to move the Paint Cat.
Nigel catching a rope that is attached to the Paint Cat.
Nigel and Tony moving the Paint Cat into position on the side of the ship.
Greig making storage drawers in the Joiners' Workshop.
Ben sanding the Admiral's Fast Motor Launch.
Mark setting up a router to make inserts for lights in Fingal Hotel's extension.
For a relaxed and luxurious experience, dine aboard Fingal Hotel in the Art Deco inspired surroundings of The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar.
Enjoy sipping Fingal's NLB Champagne cocktail under the shimmering ceiling of The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar. It is delightfully refreshing!
Every cabin features thoughtfully selected nautical decor, celebrating the unique heritage of the ship.
Featuring a breathtaking free-standing bath, Fingal Hotel's luxury duplex suites are the perfect place for relaxing.
