Weekly Snaps

The Royal Yacht Britannia provides a wonderful experience for visitors, featuring countless spots along the tour route to capture the perfect photo to remember your day aboard.

Visitors take a moment to pause touring the five decks to watch HMS IRON DUKE a Type 23 Frigate ship, leaving the Port of Leith.

Facilities Officer, Mark, putting the finishing touches on a herb planter to be installed on the Quayside.

Relax in the stunning Royal Deck Tearoom and indulge in a delicious array of soups, sandwiches, cakes and scones, all while taking in the lovely views over the waterfront.

Try the Tearoom's signature sandwich, cold oak-smoked salmon, lemon & cracked black pepper cream cheese on wholemeal bread. Perfectly paired with the signature soup, cream of Cullen skink & chive.

In the onboard Galley, Executive Pastry Chef Stephen, Senior Chef de Partie, Amelia, and Junior Sous Chef, Bob, are preparing rolls to be served at an evening event.

Treat yourself to a luxurious slice of Victoria sponge, layered with berry jam and white chocolate cream.

With a total of ten boats and eighteen life rafts, Britannia carried more craft than a warship.

The State Dining Room stands as Britannia’s grandest space, having welcomed some of the world’s most iconic figures, including Sir Winston Churchill, Bill Clinton, and Nelson Mandela.

Welcome the latest addition to the Shop, Betty the Corgi by Jellycat.

Delight in the flavours of classic British tea with the Shop's First Class teabag selection caddies.

Mark refurbishing the Admiral's Fast Motor Launch by fitting back the ‘D’ Fendering.

Mark continuing to refit the 'D' Fendering.

Stevie removing name plaques from a trophy stand for polishing.

A close up.

Nigel sanding a handrail.

A closer look at the process.

The Ballroom aboard Fingal Hotel was transformed for its latest event, where guests spent a delightful afternoon with Islander UK. Attendees crafted their own bespoke mini satchels and enjoyed a perfect serve alongside expertly crafted cocktails by the team at Isle of Harris Gin.

Guests choose from a wide selection of colours for each component of their bags, such as these gorgeous Harris Tweed® cloth lids. Which colour would you choose?

The guests hard at work crafting their Islander UK bags.

A lovely pop of colour appears as a guest completes their handcrafted satchel.