Weekly Snaps

While touring the five decks of The Royal Yacht Britannia, a group of visitors capture a memorable photo together on the Verandah Deck.

Renata, Housekeeper, polishing a banister on one of Britannia's staircases.

There’s no shortage of picture-perfect moments on board. Martin, along with our team of Visitor Assistants, are always happy to help visitors choose the ideal location for a photo.

Mark, Facilities Officer, dusting the railings along the tour route.

Join us in the Royal Deck Tearoom and discover the newest addition to our tea menu, the Queen Elizabeth II Centenary Blend.

With views across the Firth of Forth, the Royal Deck Tearoom is a favourite spot to relax.

Hemant, Commis Chef, preparing Black Forest gateaux to be served at a private dinner on board.

Amelia, Senior Chef de Partie, carefully decorating the gateaux with edible gold leaf.

The Petty Officers' and Royal Marine Sergeants' Mess provided crew members with a place where they could rest and relax after a busy day on board.

For sweeping views over the Port of Leith and beyond, head to the Bridge, where you first step aboard the ship during your tour.

Featuring Britannia’s colour crest, this elegant white bone china mug and saucer feature in the Tearoom and are available to purchase in the Shop.

Add the finishing touch to your table with our Shop's Britannia crest paper napkins.

Dean sanding handrails in preparation for varnishing.

A closer look at the process.

Stuart preparing to add a filtration system to the Royal Barge pond.

A fun fact, aboard the Royal Barge, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip sat inside the air-conditioned cabin, which was specially designed to ensure that they could be clearly seen as they approached the shore.

Nigel grinding off old layers of paint before a new coat of paint is applied.

Sean cutting an old fire hose to make rope covers for Royal Nore.

Settle into an unforgettable evening aboard luxury floating hotel, restaurant and bar, Fingal.

Nautical details throughout the ship nod to Fingal's past as a Northern Lighthouse Board tender.

Indulge in a bowl of juicy Perthshire strawberries with vanilla cream, the perfect addition to your afternoon tea.