Has Britannia been repaired?
Has Britannia been repaired? A Sombre Farewell. On 23 June 1994, John Major's Government announced there would be no refit for HMY Britannia as the costs would be too great. After a long and successful career spanning 44 years and travelling over 1 million miles around the globe, it was announced that the last Royal Yacht was to be decommissioned.
Who owns the Britannia yacht 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.
What is the dress code for the Royal Yacht Britannia?
There is no formal dress code to visit however due the nature of the decks on board the ship, please wear sensible shoes, no high heels. Please wear comfortable, weather appropriate clothing for touring the five decks.
What happened to the furniture on the Royal Yacht Britannia?
The majority of items on board Britannia today are the originals, including furniture, artefacts, paintings and photographs. These are kindly on loan from the Royal Collection. The Royal Collection is held in trust by the Monarch, as Sovereign, for their successors and the Nation.
Who decided to get rid of the royal yacht Britannia?
A Sombre Farewell On 23 June 1994, John Major's Government announced there would be no refit for HMY Britannia as the costs would be too great.
What is the purpose of The Royal Yacht Britannia?
Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia is the former royal yacht of the British monarchy. She was in service from 1954 until 1997.
Who is the CEO of the Royal Yacht Britannia?
Chief Executive - Bob Downie BA MSc From a blank sheet of paper he has developed Britannia into the UK's No.