Waverley 50 Years of Preservation is a celebration of the vessel’s remarkable career since being sold for £1 in August 1974.
The new publication contains many unseen images which capture Waverley throughout the UK during her preservation years.
The book commemorates the vessel’s Golden Jubilee of preservation, celebrating an incredible five decades of history and resilience.
Often hailed as ‘A Scottish icon’ and ‘The most famous ship in Britain’, Waverley has become a symbol of maritime heritage and nostalgia.
From her humble beginnings on the Clyde to her status as a beloved national treasure, Waverley’s story is nothing short of miraculous.
Built in 1946 to replace vessels lost during the war, she served the upper reaches of the Firth of Clyde.
It wasn’t until the decline of Britain’s paddle steamers in the 1960s that Waverley emerged as a standout survivor.
Through the tireless efforts of the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society and a stroke of luck, she was saved from the breakers yard and gifted for just £1, launching a new career as a preserved vessel.
The book is available to pre-order until August 8 for £19.50, at https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/product/waverley-50-years-of-preservation.
