Weekly Snaps
24 April 2026
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 aboard the Royal Yacht.
In keeping with this tradition, we now have our own Photographer in Residence, Ruth McQuiggan, who has been capturing our very own Weekly 'Snaps' - a collection of snapshots of life around the ship today
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Visitors are spoilt for choice with photo-worthy locations. The Royal Brow remains a popular place to capture memories while touring Britannia.
Facilities Officers, Mark and Paul, installing a plaque awarded to The Royal Yacht Britannia for achieving five stars under ASVA's Quality Scheme.
Visitor Experience Manager, Sarah, and Visitor Assistant, Liam, celebrating the achievement.
Kevin, Facilities Officer, creating a path in the herb garden located on Fingal Hotel's quayside.
Lovely waterfront views paired with a the Royal Deck Tearoom's menu of soups, sandwiches, cakes and scones make for a relaxing experience on board.
Head Chef, Richard, preparing mackerel quenelles as part of a starter to be served at an evening event.
Along with mackerel, the starter includes beetroot cured halibut, pickled beetroot and a dill emulsion.
From flavoured milk, specialty teas and coffees to cocktails, the Tearoom's drinks menu has something to suit all tastes.
The Engine Room changed very little throughout Britannia’s service, with almost every piece of machinery, gadget, stopcock, switch and dial operating flawlessly until her decommissioning in 1997.
Originally the Junior Ratings’ Mess, the Unwinding Room evolved into a favourite place to relax, and is fondly remembered by the Yotties who served aboard.
The Shop's silk square scarf adorned with Britannia’s iconic symbols is an elegant memento of your visit
Discover the Shop's new range of Anabella Moore jewellery.
Ben painting inside the Royal Barge.
Greig sanding down dowels that were put in place to secure a set of steps from the Bridge.
A closer look.
Jay cutting panels for a cabin refurbishment aboard Fingal Hotel.
Sean sanding a step from the Royal Barge.
Jay installing the bell on Fingal's Moët Deck.
Guest chef Darin Campbell created an exclusive tasting menu for guests in Fingal's Bridge.
Blossom trees are blooming on the quayside.
A bee enjoying the beautiful blossoms.
Formerly the Captain’s domain, the Bridge has been transformed into a unique venue for meetings or private dining.