The Waverley's Covid-19 Relief Appeal has smashed the £130,000 mark thanks to donations from generous supporters. 

The appeal was created in September and aims to raise half a million pounds to complete essential winter maintanence work. 

The money raised will be spent on services such as routine works and drydocking. 

Necessary repairs needed from the ship's crash at Brodick Pier will be met by insurers and not from funds raised by the appeal. 

The iconic vessel returned to service for two weeks in late August, and most sailings were sold out due to reduced capacity. 

The Waverley’s General Manager, Paul Semple, says he is delighted that the vessel is recieving so much support.

He said: "I am delighted with the positive response and the support Waverley is once again receiving from so many people.

"The success of our Covid-19 Appeal is vital if we are to survive the winter and sail Waverley in summer 2021.

"The impact of Covid denied us the opportunity to sail Waverley for a full season on the Firth of Clyde and around other areas of the UK.

"When the ship did sail this year, passenger numbers were strictly limited to under 30% capacity resulting in a dramatic reduction in income.”

Donations to the appeal can be made online at waverleyexcursions.co.uk or by calling 0141 243 2224 or by texting STEAM followed by £10 or £20 to 70085.

Those donating online can opt to be included on the Virtual Donor Wall.