Can the Royal Yacht Britannia still sail?
Can the Royal Yacht Britannia still sail? Now retired from royal service, Britannia is permanently berthed at Ocean Terminal, Leith in Edinburgh, Scotland, where it is a visitor attraction with over 300,000 visits each year.
Who owns the Royal Yacht Britannia now?
Britannia is owned and cared for by The Royal Yacht Britannia Trust. Britannia is part of the Core Collection of the National Register of Historic Vessels, the official register of the most important British ships in existence.
How much did it cost to operate The Royal Yacht Britannia?
The ship had a full-time staff of more than 240 yachtsmen, known as yotties. The Royal Yacht Britannia cost an estimated $15 million to operate each year, Reuters reported.
How many staff does the Royal Yacht Britannia have?
Dedicated Crew Having such a high ranking Officer as HMY Britannia's 'Captain' reflected the gravitas of the duties he had to undertake. In this respect, all crew (20 Officers and 220 Yachtsmen), were personally selected by the Commanding Officer.
What is The Royal Yacht Britannia used for now?
For the Royal Family and 220 dedicated crew of Royal Yachtsmen, she was home. Today, Britannia is a five-star visitor attraction and exclusive evening events venue in Edinburgh.
Did Queen Elizabeth like the Britannia?
A ship of two parts An invitation to dine aboard HMY Britannia was rarely refused. Even though the Queen adored Britannia as a place to escape the rigours of daily commitments, she was still faced with affairs of state when aboard.
Did the Royals get another yacht after Britannia?
A Sombre Farewell There was no immediate decision about a replacement, but the question of a new Royal Yacht became a political issue in the run up to the 1997 General Election. After the election, the new Labour Government eventually confirmed in October 1997 there would be no replacement for Britannia.