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Nostalgic cruises the whole family can enjoy this summer: Glasgow and the Clyde coast cruises 2025
Special events
There are some special events to look forward to this summer – so save the dates.
- Pirates, princesses and superheroes days offer a chance for young (and young at heart) to dress up and join the fun. Friday 18th July from Glasgow and Dunoon and Sunday 20th July from Greenock, Rothesay amd Largs
- Blairmore Pier's 170th Anniversary will be celebrated on Wednesday 30th July
- Paddle Steamer Preservation Society Scottish Branch 2025 Fundraising Evening Cruises are planned for: Tuesday 22nd July, sailing from Tighnabruaich, Largs and Keppel and Wednesday 20th August, sailing from Dunoon, Greenock and Kilcreggan (with Coach Connection from Helensburgh)
- A Tighnabruaich Pier Association Fundraising Cruise sets sail on Saturday 2nd August and you can buy tickets on the day
- The Captain's Choice Cruise to Campbeltown and the Kintyre Coast is on Wednesday 6th August
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