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PS Waverley: From Keel To Preservation, 1946 to 1975

Join Fairfield Heritage and Govan Workspace for a talk about the construction and life of the PS Waverley on the anniversary of its launch date.

PS Waverley: From Keel To Preservation, 1946 to 1975

About PS Waverley: From Keel To Preservation, 1946 to 1975

This talk will be by Iain Quinn, Clyde Steamers' Historian and tour guide on the Paddle Steamer Waverley. In the talk, Iain will celebrate the anniversary of the Waverley's launch on 2nd October 1946 and 50 years in preservation. There will be a tea break part way through the presentation. The publications "Birth of a Legend" £15 and "Waverley history booklet" £7 will be available for sale at the event, cash only.

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