Weekly Snaps
11 July 2025
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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Step into the role of Captain for the day aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia. By taking a seat in the Captain’s chair on the Bridge, visitors can imagine what it was like to command the ship as she sailed across the globe.

While exploring our five decks, there are many places to take photographs so that you can remember your day following in the footsteps of Royalty.

Uncover where the Royal Yachtsmen spent time relaxing. An invitation to enjoy a drink in the Petty Officers’ and Royal Marine Sergeants’ Mess was a coveted honour among all aboard.

Lynne, Housekeeper, polishing a display case in the Visitor Centre, which holds a 1/72 scale model of Britannia, built by Ray Scrivens.

Enjoy a refreshing glass of Les Chaberts Britannia Sparkling Rosé, perfectly paired with a scone or a slice of cake in the Tearoom.

On display in the Visitor Centre, the ship’s engine order telegraph once played a vital role in relaying commands from the Bridge to the Engine Room.

Featuring beautifully-illustrated scenes of Edinburgh, our collection of mugs and water bottles makes the perfect keepsake from your visit to this historic city.

The corridors of Fingal Hotel are adorned with striking photographs of the lighthouses visited during the ship’s service as a tender for the Northern Lighthouse Board.