The iconic Waverley paddle steamer is set to return to Pembrokeshire in June, with cruises departing from Tenby, Milford Haven and Fishguard.

It will leave Milford Haven port for a cruise around Skokholm, Skomer, St Brides Bay and Ramsey Island on Tuesday, June 16, at 11.30am.

On the same date an evening cruise will depart Tenby harbour at 3.30pm, heading around St Govan’s Head and Caldey Island.

The following day (Wednesday, June 17), an excursion will also set off from Fishguard to St David’s Head and Strumble Head Lighthouse.

The World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, Waverley, began her 2026 sailing season on May 8, as the famous ship departed Glasgow to mark 80 years since her launch on the Clyde in 1946.

Crowds gathered on the quayside as Waverley returned to service for her landmark anniversary year, beginning a nationwide programme of cruises which will see the historic vessel sail around the UK coast throughout the 2026 season.

During her 80th anniversary year, Waverley will visit destinations across the Clyde Coast, Inner Hebrides, South Cornwall and South Devon, Bristol Channel and South Wales, South Coast and Isle of Wight, North Wales, the Mersey and the Thames Estuary, carrying thousands of passengers aboard Britain’s much-loved paddle steamer.

Paul Semple, General Manager of Waverley Excursions expressed his excitement for the upcoming season: “Today marks the beginning of a very special season for Waverley as she returns to service celebrating 80 years since her launch.

Eight decades on, passengers can still experience the unique sights, sounds and atmosphere of travelling aboard a real steamship and we are delighted to see Waverley back sailing after a winter refit which saw a £1.5 million investment in the ship.”

For further details on timetables, head to: https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/plan-your-cruise/timetables/