THE immediate future of the Waverley, the world's last sea-going paddle steamer, appears to have been secured following a fundraising appeal to ensure it can sail "doon the watter" for another season.
Waverley Excursions, the charity behind the iconic Clyde-built vessel, said it was confident it could raise enough money to see the steamer through an expensive refit over winter, with attention now focusing on a funding plan to secure its long-term viability.