Getting around by boat and ferry United Kingdom

Serve 22 islands and 4 peninsulas on the west coast. And from the island of Arran to the south, to Lewis Island in the north.

Northlink Ferries operates ferries between Aberdeen, Kirkwall and Lerwick. Timetables vary according to the season. They arrive in Kirkwall at 11:00 pm and in Lerwick at 7:30 am the following morning. They arrive in Kirkwall at 11:00 pm and in Aberdeen at 7:00 am the following morning. Please note that timetables are subject to change due to weather conditions or technical problems.

Orkney Ferries Ltd is a ferry company based in Kirkwall, Orkney. They offer ferry services to various islands in the archipelago. Their website offers information on ferry timetables and fares, as well as updates on special events and roadworks that could affect passengers. They also encourage passengers to book their journey in advance, especially for the most popular routes. Passengers who travel on foot are encouraged to use the bus services provided by Stagecoach to get to the Tingwall and Houton terminals, where there is limited parking. Orkney Ferries also offers a messaging service via Telegram to inform passengers of disruptions and cancellations in real time.

This 1860 Victorian battleship, with 700 men aboard, was the first battleship in the world. He had four bridges and moved to steam and sail.

The «Waverley» (steam) and «Balmoral» boats sail in the port of Minehead and arrange excursions to Are, Cardiff and even Lundy Island.

Islay is a beautiful, tranquil Hebridean island, world-famous for its whisky production. It is home to many renowned distilleries, making it a must-see destination for whisky lovers. But there's more to Islay than that. The island also offers breathtaking seascapes, rich wildlife and a fascinating history. You can reach Islay from Oban or from Kennacraig on the Kintyre Peninsula. Once on the island, you can also enjoy a guided boat tour of the Gulf of Corryvreckan, famous for its powerful currents and whirlpool. Close to Islay is Jura, another island renowned for its whisky and magnificent scenery, including the Paps of Jura, mountains visible from the crossing to Islay. Jura is also known as the home of George Orwell, who wrote his famous novel "1984" here. Both islands offer a wealth of walking and cycling opportunities to explore their natural beauty.