Weekly Snaps
19 January 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.
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![A group of visitors stand smiling on Britannia's Verandah Deck next to the Bell.](/media/10807/1-ve-group-bell-verandha-deck.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500590120000000)
A group of visitors enjoy Britannia's Verandah Deck, outside the Sun Lounge, which was Queen Elizabeth II's favourite space on board.
![A man standing with his head inside the Bell on the Verandah Deck.](/media/10808/2-ve-man-bell.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500590350000000)
Fun aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia, with a visitor posing for a playful photo under Britannia's bell.
![A member of the Housekeeping team holding a duster as she cleans a metal bunk bed frame.](/media/10809/3-housekeeping-anhelina-marines-barracks.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500590740000000)
Anhelina, Housekeeper, tending to the Royal Marines' Barracks. The bandsmen would have to store up to 26 different uniforms to wear for different occasions!
![A woman polishing a glass table in the Unwinding Room. There is a long bench that runs the length of the room and small tables and stools.](/media/10810/4-housekeeping-lyn-unwinding-room.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500621500000000)
Housekeeper, Lynne, working to ensure the Unwinding Room is ship-shape. This was where all of the Junior Ratings from different departments would relax and unwind after working hours.
![A member of the Tearoom team smiling and holding a tray containing a hot drink in the Tearoom.](/media/10812/6-tea-room-wendy-tray-coffee-smile.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500674710000000)
Wendy, Food and Beverage Supervisor, is a member of the friendly team in the Royal Deck Tearoom, ready to greet visitors for a delicious stop during their tour.
![Inside the Royal Marines' bunks. There are two bunk beds and a bookshelf.](/media/10815/9-general-interest-marines-bunks-in-mess-area-before-you-go-through-to-main-bed-area.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500676000000000)
The Royal Marines' bunks in the Mess area. The Band always offered a dazzling performance of the ceremony of Beat the Retreat following a State Banquet.
![A fluffy teddy bear wearing a Captain's uniform and sitting in a chair.](/media/10817/11-retail-captain-bear-bridge.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500688070000000)
Meet the cuddly Captain Bear, donning a smart uniform inspired by the commander of the ship! Ready to embark on adventures and spread joy from Britannia's Gift Shop.
![A blue and white espresso cup and saucer decorated with a celebratory design of the 70th anniversary of Britannia.](/media/10818/12-retail-70th-annivesary-espresso-cup-and-sacuer.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500688650000000)
This special commemorative design honours the celebration of Britannia's 70th anniversary, and can be purchased from the Gift Shop.
![A dinner table set for the evening at Fingal's Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar.](/media/10828/19-fingal-dinner-table-set-up.jpg?anchor=center&mode=crop&quality=70&width=430&height=340&rnd=133500706300000000)
Treat your Valentine aboard Fingal, Britannia's five-star sister ship for a five-course Afternoon Tea, decadent dinner, fabulous cocktails or an overnight stay.