Weekly Snaps
15 March 2024
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 on board the Royal Yacht.
In keeping with this tradition, we now have our own Photographer in Residence, who has been capturing our very own Weekly 'Snaps' - a collection of snapshots of life around the ship today.
Due to construction work at Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, Britannia has been closed this week. As part of this redevelopment, Britannia will also be gaining a new Visitor Centre and Gift Shop which will involve us operating out of temporary accommodation whilst these new facilities are being created. Our temporary Gift Shop is now open on the Ground Floor of Ocean Terminal.
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The majestic bow of Britannia, where the Royal coat of arms can be seen.
A look at the current Visitor Centre before the temporary entrance opens on the Ground Floor of Ocean Terminal.
The unique history of the ship is told through the exhibits.
Uniforms on display including one which belonged to Prince Philip, and those from the Royal Marines Band.
The ship's tall Funnel which is due to be re-painted. There used to be a small gym inside!
Linda, Senior Sales Assistant, celebrating her ten-year anniversary of working at Britannia.
A last look at the former Gift Shop at Britannia, before moving into the temporary unit on the Ground Floor of Ocean Terminal.
Sweet Scottish-themed and maritime-inspired outfits for little ones.
There is something for everyone in the Shop with a wide selection of souvenir gifts, Royal gifts, china, toys, food and nautical items.
Take home a treasured memory of a visit to Queen Elizabeth II's former floating palace.
Treat yourself or someone special to Scottish Fine Soaps' Sea Kelp Collection, from the Gift Shop.
A crane loading scaffolding onto Britannia to allow the Maintenance Team to paint the Funnel. This was planned for during the removal of the current bridge walkway, which connects the Visitor Centre at Ocean Terminal to Britannia.
Jay preparing to move the 11-feet-long replica model of Britannia from the current Visitor Centre.
Fitting the new till point in the temporary Gift Shop, which is now open on the Ground Floor of Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre.
Paul installing extension leads for the till points.
Paul, Facilities Officer, laying new carpet tiles next to the new handset area.
Facilities Officer, Scott, using a spirit level to ensure straight edges during the fitting.
Fingal's breathtaking Ballroom, can be exclusively yours for a special occasion, event or dinner.
There are many unique spaces aboard the former lighthouse tender, including the Engine Room.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast in The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar, to begin your day in Leith the right way.
A luxurious duplex cabin with a spacious bathroom to relax in.
Elegant hand-crafted features abound within our floating hotel, restaurant and bar.
