Weekly Snaps
2 January 2026
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.
This week we look back over the past year on board Britannia, sharing highlights from 2025.
Previous Weeks 2026
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Previous Weeks 2025
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Previous Weeks 2024
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Previous Weeks 2023
The Royal Yacht Britannia offers a fantastic experience for visitors of all ages, and was named Tripadvisor's No.1 UK attraction again in 2025.
Lesley, Visitor Assistant, is passionate about sharing Britannia’s unique history and stories about life on board with visitors.
Lynne and the Housekeeping team kept Britannia in shipshape condition, ready to welcome visitors from across the globe.
Facilities Officers, Scott and Paul prepared a herb garden at Fingal Hotel, Britannia's sister ship.
Gayle, Senior Host, offered a warm and friendly welcome in the Royal Deck Tearoom throughout the year.
Visitors in the Tearoom received first-class service from Hospitality Server, Verity, and the team, while enjoying the waterfront views.
In the onboard Galley, Senior Chef de Partie, Amelia, Executive Pastry Chef, Stephen, and Junior Sous Chef, Bob, prepared rolls to be served at an evening event.
A scrumptious slice of lemon drizzle cake, created by Britannia’s Pastry Chefs, was a popular treat on the menu.
In May we celebrated the opening of our new Visitor Centre, located on the Second Floor of Ocean Terminal.
The Shop’s fine bone china range, inspired by the distinctive gold rings on Admirals’ cuffs, salutes every Admiral, past and present, of the Royal Navy.
We opened our exciting new Shop, where visitors can find the perfect Royal gift or souvenir from our wide selection of nautical items, china, toys and food.
The dedicated Maintenance team work 363 days of the year to ensure Britannia is maintained to the highest of standards.
Tony and Nigel moving the Berthing Cat round to the Lee of the Yacht.
Ben carried out sanding work on the Royal Barge, which was once used to transport members of the Royal Family to shore.
Many handrails were varnished.
Aboard Fingal Hotel, Jos prepared railings for painting.
During a week in May, a team of Yotties returned to the Royal Yacht and their former duties on board.
The Yotties helped with tasks such as sanding and removing varnish on the Royal Barge.
Guests joined us aboard Fingal, the luxurious floating hotel, to enjoy an unforgettable nautical escape in the heart of Leith.
Memorable events were held in Fingal's stunning Ballroom.
Awarded 2 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, diners in The Lighthouse Restaurant experienced beautifully prepared dishes bursting with flavour.
Fingal's Skerryvore Suite provided guests with a relaxing experience.
