Steamship Shieldhall Cruise to the Solent with the Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Southampton’s own Shanty band, the Salty Sea Dogs, will entertain us we head down Southampton Water, passing the cruise ships Disney Dream, Iona and Seven Seas Voyager. As part of your cruise, see the impressive engine room with its original steam engines at work and the bridge, with its traditional instruments and gleaming brasswork; admire the ship’s steam assisted steering gear (similar to that used on Titanic); talk to the Captain and volunteer crew; listen to an informed commentary on the sights and sounds of Southampton Water and the Solent; pass close to the great ocean liners and container ships; walk the teak decks; relax in the Saloon with a wide range of refreshments including tea / coffee; real ale; a range of Titanic bottled beers; wine and hot and cold food, available on all trips. Please note courtesy parking is available close to the Shieldhall berth. Children will have fun with an interactive Shieldhall Log Book, collecting stickers from various stations on board!