Weekly Snaps

With countless photo opportunities aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia, our friendly Visitor Assistants are always on hand to help visitors find the perfect spot and capture a memorable moment.

A visitor enjoying the blue skies and views over the Port of Leith from the Bridge.

Lynne, Housekeeper, polishing a cabinet in the Warrant Officers’ and Chief Petty Officers’ Mess.

Mark, Facilities Officer, ensuring the Yacht is shipshape ahead of welcoming the day’s visitors.

Achilleas, Hospitality Server, helping guests select sweet and savoury treats in the Royal Deck Tearoom.

Sit back and relax in the Tearoom with a glass of Britannia’s Crémant d’Alsace Sparkling Rosé NV.

Hemant, Commis Chef, baking fresh olive bread rolls to be served at a dinner on board.

Amelia, Senior Chef de Partie, preparing meringues by piping it into moulds prior to baking.

The Sun Lounge was a favourite spot of Queen Elizabeth II, here she enjoyed breakfast and afternoon tea while admiring the spectacular views through the large picture windows.

Banquets in the State Dining Room required careful planning. Setting the fifty‑six places took three hours, with every knife, fork and spoon precisely measured using a ruler.

Take a taste of Britannia home with our delicious jams and marmalades. With three tempting flavours to choose from, which will be your favourite?

An elegant sailing yacht trinket box, ideal as a gift.

Sean and Colin aboard Royal Nore.

Mark re-laying the teak deck outside the Royal Deck Tearoom.

A closer look at the process.

Greig adding non-slip tread to steps from the Bridge.

Sean working on Royal Nore's engine.

Nigel using a wire brush to remove paint.

Fingal Hotel in the Port of Leith, overlooking the quayside herb garden.

Jason, Chef de Partie, caring for greenhouse plants used in our seasonal menus and cocktails.

In The Lighthouse Restaurant, the tables are set, ready to welcome guests to enjoy our Summer afternoon tea.

Experience Fingal, our luxury floating hotel, with a stay in our nautical cabins, and visit The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar to enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner or drinks.