Cruises cancelled after Waverley Steamer hits pier

This weekend's cruises on the Waverley Paddle Steamer have been cancelled after the historic boat collided with Rothesay pier around 3pm this afternoon.

The front of the ship was damaged in the crash.

No-one was hurt and Waverley Excursions are asking passengers to return their tickets for a refund.

A spokesman for Waverley Excursions said: 'On departure from Rothesay on Friday, an incident occurred in which damage was sustained to Waverley's bow.

'As Waverley requires to enter drydock for repair, the weekend's Clyde sailings will now not be operating.

'Passengers have been informed and asked to return their tickets for a refund.

'Waverley will be back in service as soon as repairs have been completed.'

A coastguard spokesman said: 'The Waverley collided with the pier at Rothesay at 2.32pm. It sustained some damage to the bow of the vessel. No-one was injured.'

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