Steamship Sir Walter Scott

A weekend celebrating 125 years of the Steamship Sir Walter Scott Friday – Sunday 6th – 8th June. Come and enjoy this fun weekend for all the family with special cruises at the Trossachs Pier, Loch Katrine to celebrate the Steamship anniversary.

Family fun pirate sailings on the Saturday and Sunday. Climb aboard the Rob Roy Smuggler with Captains Sandy Bottom and Yo Ho Ho, as they race across the loch in search of lost treasure. A fun-filled 45 minute cruise packed with adventure, and you can even come in pirate fancy dress.

Also, special steamship cruises recreating the first sailing in 1900 as told by Captain MacKinnon, the steamer’s first captain; displays of remote–controlled Clyde built steamships on the bay; a flotilla of classic steamboats & steam launches; face painting, treasure hunts and treats;  traditional fun games with costumed actors; stalls; model ship displays and music; and food and drink tastings.

Loch Katrine is a breathtaking freshwater loch in the heart of the Trossachs, where natural beauty, rich history, and outdoor adventure come together. Surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery and teeming with wildlife, it’s rightly described as ‘The Birthplace of Scottish Tourism’ —made famous by Victorian artists and writers who captured its magic.

Sir Walter Scott’s 1810 poem The Lady of the Lake put Loch Katrine on the map and since the mid 1800s there have been steamships at Loch Katrine, and this year Steamship Sir Walter Scott, the star of the attraction, celebrates her 125th anniversary, having first set sail in 1900.

A charitable trust looks after the Steamship for the nation and there are three further cruise boats. Sailings run through the year and there are two piers, both with cafes and motorhome hookups. Trossachs Pier also has a gift shop, cycle hire, ten eco-accommodation lodges and a scenic tower at the viewpoint that inspired Scott to write his landmark poem.

Set within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park and the Great Trossachs Forest, Loch Katrine is a paradise for walking, cycling, and wildlife watching. We celebrate the unique history and nature of the loch with immersive experiences.

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