Y is for Yachts

Yachts are not just for the rich and the famous they are also available for day trips A five-star visitor experience The Royal Yacht Britannia is an essential visit while in Edinburgh. For over forty years, the Royal Yacht sailed over one million miles on official visits for the British Royal Family. Now berthed in Edinburgh, visitors can follow in the footsteps of Royalty to discover HM The Queen's former floating palace. Explore the five decks from the State Dining Room, where world leaders and celebrities were entertained, to the Crew's Quarters and the gleaming Engine Room.

Experience the audio guided tour, available in 30 languages, to hear the fascinating stories of life on board for the Royal Family and the crew of Royal Yachtsmen. An historic cruise on Coniston Water aboard a rebuilt Victorian steam-powered yacht is the perfect group experience in the Lake District.

Not quite so grand as the Royal Yacht Britannia but in equally beautiful settings why not set sail on the Steam Yacht Gondola its official season launches on Saturday 4 April where you can cruise around Coniston Water choosing from three routes Mountain cruise, Heart of the Lake cruise or the Full Lake cruise. There are enclosed seating areas (and blankets for cooler days), but it is nice to go on the outer decks and enjoy the fresh air. So why not soak up