On board the Waverley! DayTwo in Llandudno in pictures

The Pioneer had kindly been invited onboard the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer which left Llandudno Pier on Wednesday, June 21 just after 1.15pm for the sold-out trip. 

Passengers start to board the passenger ship (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

Earlier in the day, the unique vessel had brought passengers from Liverpool to Llandudno. The majority of Liverpool passengers had stepped ashore at Llandudno [the ship was making its return journey to Liverpool tonight and was due to arrive at the Isle of Man Steam Packet Landing Stage about 8.15pm].

The Waverley has two unmissable scarlet-red funnels. (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

The sun was shining as passengers and crew boarded the Waverley. 

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The cruise took passengers around the Anglesey coast. (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

Inside was like stepping back in time - it was very old worldly. We took our seats in the Caledonia Tea Rooms, situated on the promenade deck behind the funnels, before heading to watch the mighty steam engine start - upon captain's advice!

The giant steam engine goes about its business (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

Passengers could watch the paddles turning through the portholes (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

Also visible was the paddles turning through the portholes. This was fascinating and strangely calming. 

We tucked into macaroni and chips and fish, chips and mushy peas. (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

Passengers basked in the sunshine as temperatures hit 22C whilst others explored their surroundings.

Passengers could take their pick from two bars - Jeanie Deans Lounge and The Talisman Bar, both on the main deck. Many also made their way to the Dining Saloon to tuck into a hot meal. We had fish, chips and peas and macaroni and cheese which came to just under £30. A little pricey but all money made during the sailings goes towards keeping the Waverley alive and the paddles turning. 

The souvenir shop attracted quite the queue! (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

There was also a souvernir shop on board. 

The guide on board was very informative and carried out his commentary from the promenade deck. 

Onboard a busy Waverley! (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

The captain thanked passengers for booking their tickets so early; he said this had made both trips very successful. 

The Caledonia Tea Room (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

He also indicated, when talking on the speaker, that the Waverley may return to the town in the future. 

The ship welcomed more than 1,800 passengers over Tuesday (June 20) and Wednesday (June 21).

Heading back to Llandudno Pier (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

It sailed with passengers from Liverpool to Llandudno on Tuesday, June 20 before taking passengers for a trip around the Great Orme and Puffin Island.

This was the first time the Waverley had visited Llandudno in five years. 

Coastal Chief Reporter Suzanne Kendrick with her mum Lindsey and the famous Waverley in the background (Image: Suzanne Kendrick)

Since the Waverley’s last visit in 2018, the ship has received new boilers and other refurbishments totalling more than £3million.