By Isle of Wight Observer
Girls’ Brigade members enjoyed a sleepover with a difference; spending the night on a Wightlink ferry.
Ten members from the IW District were invited to spend a night of adventure on the Wightlink flagship car ferry Victoria. This was a first for both Wightlink and for Girls’ Brigade.
IW District Team, Leader Betty McComb, said: “Wow, what an experience it was for a sleepover in a very unique place.”
Members from the 1st Newport and 3rd Ryde groups, plus leaders, boarded the 8.20pm sailing from Fishbourne on Wednesday, May 29, and disembarked at 8.05am the next day.
Throughout the night they visited the engine room, Captain Sam’s Bridge, the car deck, the café area, and learnt how to operate the sprinkler system. They had sole use of deck five, which was sealed off to all other passengers, for playing games and eating snacks, but not a lot of sleep was had.
Betty added: “The girls had a great time, and everyone was so helpful and kind. Everyone had ample opportunity to drive the ferry and sit in the Captain’s chair on numerous occasions. Many thanks to Karen Woods and Wightlink for allowing us this unique opportunity.”