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Waverly Paddle SteamerNewest Review: ... folks going. That might have been cheering on a dull day when the views were less than inspiring. The facilities left a lot to be desired considering the boat had recently had a refit. It was extremely difficult for invalided people to board the boat as the gangway didn't seem suited for wheelchairs or the elderly. The invalid toilets were easily accessible on the main deck however the ... more |
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by JMCLUSKIE - written on 11/07/07
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I found the trip doon the watter a little below par. The whole experience was lacking in atmosphere. It could have been improved with some background music or something like an old guy playing the accordion to get folks going. That might have been cheering on a dull day when the views were less than inspiring. The facilities left a lot to be desired considering the boat had recently had a refit. It was extremely difficult for invalided people to board the boat as the gangway didn't seem suited for wheelchairs or the elderly. The invalid toilets were easily accessible on the main deck however the ladies and gents toilet facilities were not clearly ... Read the complete review
by - written on 03/12/00 (Very useful, 586 readings)
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O.K. It’s coming up to Christmas, and the Paddle Steamer Waverley is going to be in Glasgow over the festive season, sailing up and down the Clyde Estuary for all of the lucky people of Glasgow and surrounding areas. Myself and lovely lady first travelled down the Clyde to Dunoon on the Waverley in 1990 and have been - totally - head over heels - absolutely in love with this unique - Day-Away- phenomenon ever since ! The Waverley usually docks in Glasgow every July- during the Glasgow “Fair” and we always try to go for a wee trip ‘Doon the Water’ on it. The fare is usually about £14 for the day trip, but it ... Read the complete review
by - written on 07/08/00 (Very useful, 1429 readings)
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ADDENDUM; added Sunday 13th August 2000 Now that the Waverly is back 'down south' all you lucky people living in Folkstone and Bristol areas are going to be able to take advantage of the new facilities on board her. When we went to Dunnon on her last week, the Waverly was looking great. Her 4 million pound refit certainly shows, with th engine room (you can SEE the new paddles and believe me they are worth seeing, even to a 'girly' like me who knows nowt about engines and stuff)and the upper-deck tea room being the 'best bits' One day I hope to see the Thames and my old home town, from the decks of the Waverly. Until ... Read the complete review
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