Summer Sailings on SS Shieldhall
Join Steamship Shieldhall on one of her summer excursions to the Solent, and experience the glamour and tradition of steam at sea!
What's On
Steamship Shieldhall - Southampton's heritage vessel and member of the National Historic Fleet
Join Steamship Shieldhall on one of her summer excursions to the Solent, and experience the glamour and tradition of steam at sea!
Visit the Engine Room and Boiler Room and meet the Captain on the Bridge - it's access all areas once on board!
Walk the teak decks and listen out for Shieldhall's distinctive whistle and siren as she salutes the departing cruise ships on Southampton Water.
With free parking; a fully licensed bar and galley selling hot and cold food, Shieldhall is listed as the 'No 1 Things to Do' in Southampton on TripAdvisor, and is celebrating her 70th birthday in 2025!
Find the 2025 sailing programme here.
For more info and tickets, visit: www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk or call 0238155 0242.
Getting There
By car: SS Shieldhall departs from Berth 110 in Southampton Docks. Full parking information will be emailed to you approximately 1 week prior to your booked cruise.
From the Isle of Wight: Take our Hi-Speed Red Jet service from West Cowes and arrive in Southampton in 30 minutes, just a short walk or taxi ride away.
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