Waverley Excursions , Southend to Tower Bridge (with an opening of Tower Bridge just for us), Coach & Paddle Steamer on Sunday the 27th of September 2026 Late Afternoon/ Early Evening event

£75.00

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SKU Paddlesteamer Southend to Tower Bridge, Sunday the 27th of September 2026 Paddlesteamer & Coach Category

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Step Aboard the Paddle Steamer Waverley

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Your trip centres around the historic PS Waverley—the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer and a true floating time capsule. Built in 1946, she’s been beautifully restored, with her iconic red funnels, polished brass, and classic timber decks bringing a golden age of travel back to life.

This isn’t just transport—it’s an experience.

Price incl coach travel and the paddle steamer food & drinks are not included.

The Route: Southend to London by Twilight

Departing from Southend Pier—the longest pleasure pier in the world—you’ll cruise upriver as daylight fades into evening.

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Along the way, you’ll pass some of London’s most striking riverside landmarks, including:

  • The Thames Barrier
  • The O2 Arena
  • The illuminated skyline of Canary Wharf

And then—the highlight:
Watching Tower Bridge open just for the Waverley, letting you glide into the historic Pool of London as the city lights shimmer around you.

Onboard Experience

This is relaxed, traditional, and atmospheric rather than luxury dining.

  • Dining saloon (self-service cafĂ© style)
  • Classic British comfort food (fish & chips, pies, stews)
  • Snacks, cakes, hot and cold drinks
  • Bars for a drink while enjoying the views

Think charm and nostalgia rather than fine dining—the joy comes from the setting.

Key Timings

  • Coach departures
  • GRAYS 2.15PM
  • FIVE BELLS 2.30PM
  • SADLERS (ROMSEY ROAD & THE LIBRARY 2.40PM,
  • KENTS HILL 2.45PM
  • HADLEIGH 2.55PM
  • THAMES D 3PM
  • ELMS 3.05PM
  • PALACE 3.15PM
  • SOUTHEND SEATFRONT 3.30PM – if you do not require the coach please ensure you meet me at one of the stops as these tickets are paper tickets sent by the venue and not e-tickets.
  • Boarding: approx. 4:00 PM
  • Sailing: 4:30 PM from Southend
  • Arrival: 8:15 PM at Tower Pier, London
  • Return coach: approx. 8:45 PM (reverse drop-off order, starting Grays) (all my usual drop points as above included in the coach plans)
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