WHAT better or classier way to view and photograph the stunning Isle of Wight coastline than from the Waverley — the world’s last remaining seagoing paddle steamer.

On a recent trip around the Island on board the historic and popular vessel, Pamela Parker, who works at the Isle of Wight County Press, took some amazing snaps of the coastline and iconic landmarks, which we would like to share.

They include The Needles, St Catherine's Lighthouse and Victorian Ventnor.  

Departing from Ryde, the Waverley took a clockwise route around the Island.

The Waverley paddle steamerThe Waverley paddle steamer (Image: Pamela Parker)

Pamela said: "The weather conditions were perfect for the round the Island trip. Calm conditions and great visibility provided a great opportunity to view the Island’s coastal towns and spectacular landscape.  

"It was a marvellous trip and I can’t wait to return next year."

About the steamer Waverley

The Waverley, named after Sir Walter Scott’s novels, was launched from the Clyde in October 1946.

After more than 20 years' service, at the end of her working life, Waverley was famously gifted to the Waverley Steam Navigation Co. Ltd, a company formed by the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society, for just £1 in 1974.

Nowadays, after careful restoration, Waverley operates day, afternoon and evening cruises across the south coast and to the Island and is always popular with tourists who enjoy some nostalgia.