Guided Tour - SS Explorer
Overview
The SS Explorer is a historic ship located in Leith Docks in Edinburgh. Built in 1955 as the first purpose built Scottish marine research ship. This extraordinary piece of engineering heritage is a time capsule into life at sea between the 1950’s and 1980’s. The cabins are almost exactly as they were when the ship was decommissioned in 1985, complete with TV’s, phones and life jackets. See the difference between how the crew and officers lived. The SS Explorer Preservation Society intends to restore as much of the ship as possible, including a working main engine and create an exhibition and visitor museum ashore next to the ship. We'll get in before this happens!
Includes
The tour will last around 1 1/2 to 2 hours. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the SS Explorer Preservation Society.
Location & Itinerary
Unfortunately due to the historic nature of the ship it is not suitable for those with mobility issues as the many stairs inside are very steep.
Meeting details will be sent to those booked beforehand but photo ID will be required to enter the Leith Docks area at the Gate on Bath Road.
Host & Everything Else
Gallery
