Weekly Snaps

Step aboard Britannia and follow in the footsteps of Royalty, presidents, world leaders and famous figures.

Andy, Facilities Officer, painting the compound fence around Britannia and the quayside.

In the State Drawing Room, Renata, Housekeeper, ensuring that standards are kept as high as when the Royal Family were residing aboard.

Vistas of the Firth of Forth are popular for visitors to capture on camera.

Gorgeous desserts containing Perthshire raspberries and mascarpone chantilly cream await guests at an exclusive private event on board Britannia.

A visitor celebrating his birthday in style in the Royal Deck Tea Room.

Mugs of roasted vine plum tomato and red pepper soup are prepared in the onboard Galleys.

Relax after a tour in the light-filled Royal Deck Tea Room with a refreshment and treat.

Spring sun shining on our statue of longest serving Royal Yachtsman, Ellis 'Norrie' Norrell MVO RVM.

A defaced White Ensign at the Stern of Britannia.

A new decorative hanging ornament has arrived at the Gift Shop, celebrating this week's special 70th anniversary since the launch of The Royal Yacht.

There is a wonderful selection of commemorative gifts to choose from in the Gift Shop, marking the occasion of Britannia's 70th anniversary.

This week the scaffolding has been removed from Bloodhound following the refit.

Nico giving a light sand to the end of the refurbished boathooks.

A more detailed look at the boathooks.

Nigel painting treads for the steps on the Royal Brow.

A close-up of the step tread.

Steven varnishing a rope box.

Another look at varnishing the rope box.

The blossom is blooming at Fingal's wildflower meadow.

The shimmering ceiling at Fingal's Ballroom bar echoes the nautical history of the former lighthouse tender.

A mixture of three breakfast starters comprising a charcuterie board, cheese and fish plates.

Guests staying in Fingal's stunning cabins are delighted to be greeted with handcrafted chocolates upon arrival.