The Waverley paddle steamer has been filmed steaming under Tower Bridge in spectacular footage on the Thames - and Londonders are lapping up the opportunity to go for a cruise on the famous ship.

Two weeks of sailings are taking place in the English capital until October 8 - with several days already fully booked.

The famous paddle steamer, which is now 76 years old, recently completed a sucessful season on the Clyde coast before heading down south.

Watch the footage below:

Waverley fans keen to have their chance to steam under Tower Bridge can book online at waverleyexcursions.co.uk or call 0141 243 2224.

If you can't manage to London in time for a sail on the Thames, the Waverley will return to her home waters for a final weekend of cruises on the Clyde on October 14 and 15 before tying up for the winter - see bit.ly/waverleyclydeautumn for full details.