Summer trips on paddle steamer Waverley axed due to boiler problem

Summer trips doon the watter on the paddle steamer Waverley have been cancelled due to a problem with the ship’s boiler.

The famous ship will be out of action until August while it undergoes repair works.

A spokeswoman for the PS Waverley said: “Due to ongoing boiler works Waverley Excursions has withdrawn sailings for May, June and July.”

Passengers who have already booked tickets will be contacted about rebooking or refunds.