The route of the world’s only seagoing paddle steamer as it cruises from Shoreham has been revealed – and there are plenty of spots to catch a glimpse of it from land.

The PS Waverley was built in 1946 to replace a steamer of the same name which was sunk while evacuating troops from Dunkirk during the Second World War.

She was sold for £1 in 1973 and began operating as an excursion ship after being restored - and she's finally coming back to Sussex.

The first place where you'll be able to catch a glimpse of PS Waverley will of course be Shoreham Harbour. She will berth there at 9.45am on September 13.

PS Waverley will then make its way to Selsey Bill, the southernmost point of West Sussex and a great place to see dolphins. You'll hopefully be able to spot it along the coast.

Next, the Waverley will steam to Ryde on the Isle of Wight where passengers have the choice to leave the ship and enjoy a day on the island’s historic steam railway – once visited by late Queen Elizabeth II.

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Those still aboard the ship will cruise up The Solent and down to The Needles rocks and lighthouse on the east coast of the Isle of Wight before berthing at Yarmouth, where all passengers can stretch their legs before reboarding.

The final leg of the journey will see the Waverley collect passengers from Ryde and head to Portsmouth Harbour for the last stop.

Coaches then depart from Portsmouth to various locations along the coast.