Maid of the Forth
The Maid of the Forth is a modern steel passenger vessel built in Bristol in 1989. She was specifically designed to operate to Inchcolm Island with her lower and upper deck gangways allowing safe access to the Island at all states of the tide. She is fully licensed and safety certified every year to carry 225 passengers and five crew.
The passenger compartments on the vessel are over two levels. The lower deck is fully enclosed and heated and the open top deck is excellent for enjoying the fresh sea air on your cruise. Deck Plans of the vessel can be found here.
Safety equipment exceeds the stringent requirements of the MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency). Our skippers are very experienced and fully qualified holding both a Boatmaster Certificate and the RYA Offshore Skipper.
The vessel is powered by twin Ford Mariner diesel engines giving a cruising speed of 10 knots. There is a separate generator to provide 230v power for heating, lighting and beer chillers. The wheelhouse is well equipped with five VHF radios; two radars; three independent GPS systems and an echo sounder. There is a full Public Address system throughout the vessel allowing the skipper to keep you informed of wildlife as it is spotted throughout the cruise.
RIB Inchcolm
RIB Inchcolm is an 11m Rigid Hulled Inflatable boat. We operate this vessel from Newhaven Harbour on Edinburgh's Waterfront, offering one hour sightseeing cruises and private charters. She is also suitable as a survey vessel, or TV filming platform and we have been used several times by both the BBC and ITV. She is equipped with a small cabin and outside seating for 12 passengers. Powered by twin 300HP Yamaha engines giving a cruising speed of 25 knots and a top speed of 40 knots. She carries all the required lifesaving equipment and is fully MCA coded to operate up to 20 miles offshore.
Seabird One and Seabird Two
Seabird One and Seabird Two are two identical 10m Ribs we operate from North Berwick Harbour offering trips round the Bass Rock, Craigleith and landing trips to the Isle of May. These trips are run in partnership with the Scottish Seabird Centre.Both of these boats are powered by twin 250hp Suzuki outboard engines and have a cruising speed of 25 knots and top speed of 40 knots. Both of these vessels are licensed for 12 passengers and 2 crew, carry all the required lifesaving equipment and are fully MCA coded to operate up to 20 miles offshore.
Seabird Three
Seabird Three is a new addition to our fleet in 2011. This vessel is suitable for all ages and runs trips around the Bass Rock from our base in North Berwick Harbour.She is licensed to carry 12 passengers and 2 crew and carries all the relevant safety equipment as required by the MCA.
Brand new for 2012
We currently have a brand new 60 seat Catamaran under construction which we will be using from our North Berwick base offering an unprecedented new level of comfort for passengers wishing to view the magnificent Bass Rock and Craigleith. Due for delivery May 2012
