HMS Ocean, the Royal Navy’s and NATO Flagship, has arrived in the operating area for a NATO Baltic exercise. She has embarked the multinational staff of the Commander Amphibious Task Force and Commander Land Forces and eight helicopters. The Plymouth-based amphibious helicopter carrier is now operating as part of the Combined Task Force, under the command of a US Navy … [Read more...] about HMS Ocean on NATO Baltic exercise
Navy News
Royal Navy Museum Submarine re-launched
The UK’s only nuclear-powered museum submarine has a bright new future after a ceremonial re-launch in Plymouth Naval Base. Former head of the Royal Navy Admiral Sir Jonathon Band (retired) cut the ribbon to the face-lifted Cold War submarine to herald the next milestone in its thriving career as a tourist attraction and a newly-announced part of the National Museum of the … [Read more...] about Royal Navy Museum Submarine re-launched
Plymouth hosts emotional Jutland Memorial Service
Tears were shed as descendants of those who died at the World War One naval Battle of Jutland were remembered at a commemorative parade and service in Plymouth today. Families of those who died in and survived the historic battle between the mighty German High Seas and Royal Navy’s Grand fleets gathered from all over the UK to honour the dead 100 years on. The civic … [Read more...] about Plymouth hosts emotional Jutland Memorial Service
Royal Navy Dinghy Record Bid
A Royal Naval sailor and an MOD worker bidding to break a dinghy endurance sailing record between two naval bases have been backed by their bosses and a charity they are supporting. Leading Seaman Phil Slade and Ministry of Defence employee Mark Belamarich are planning to sail about 300 miles from Plymouth’s Royal Navy and Royal Marines Sail Training Centre Camber on … [Read more...] about Royal Navy Dinghy Record Bid
Royal Navy Submarine, HMS Vanguard, hosts historic Army visit
Royal Navy submariners helped Army gunners mark the 300th year of their regiment’s formation. HMS Vanguard’s crew welcomed a group of soldiers from the Royal Artillery on board at Plymouth Naval Base on the final days of a world tour. The captain of HMS Vanguard, Commander Martin Gill, said: “It was a great honour and privilege to be able to participate in the … [Read more...] about Royal Navy Submarine, HMS Vanguard, hosts historic Army visit
Military and Civic tribute to Battle of Jutland
Descendants of the Royal Naval personnel who fought at the Battle of Jutland 100 years ago in World War One will pay tribute to them at a memorial ceremony in Plymouth. More than 50 descendants will lay wreaths and other tributes at the Royal Naval Memorial during a parade and religious service on Tuesday 31 May to mark the 100th year of the battle. The service … [Read more...] about Military and Civic tribute to Battle of Jutland
Royal Navy Cadet unit launched at Plymouth UTC
Young members of a new Royal Navy Combined Cadet Force told of their excitement as the unit was officially launched (Tuesday, 10th May) at a Plymouth College. The Combined Cadet Force (CCF) Royal Navy Section, part of the Government’s Cadet Expansion Programme, was officially opened at Plymouth University Technical College (UTC) with a parade, Royal Marines Band Plymouth and … [Read more...] about Royal Navy Cadet unit launched at Plymouth UTC
Royal Navy sailor, Able Seaman Chris Linton, hits the high notes
Plymouth-based Royal Navy sailor, Able Seaman Chris Linton, 26, is aiming for the stars with the release of his new music single. Chris Linton who works with 30 Commando Royal Marines, based in Royal Marine Barracks Stonehouse, has been getting regular airplay on ‘BBC Introducing’ in Devon, and has even played live to open up BBC Devon’s brand new Plymouth … [Read more...] about Royal Navy sailor, Able Seaman Chris Linton, hits the high notes
Royal Navy Sailor, Steve Winter, International Body- Building Contest
A Royal Naval sailor has reached international level for the first time in his quest for body-building perfection. Chief Petty Officer Steve Winter, who works at Devonport Naval Base, Plymouth, is due to represent his country next week in Spain for the first event of the year. He has qualified for and been selected for the UK team (UK Federation of Body Building and … [Read more...] about Royal Navy Sailor, Steve Winter, International Body- Building Contest
Royal Navy warship begins battle of Jutland tributes
Sailors from the Royal Navy warship HMS Sutherland has begun five weeks of commemorations marking the huge loss of life at the WW1 naval battle of Jutland 100 years ago. The Plymouth-based frigate visited Scotland to pay tribute to the fallen, hundreds of whom were from the city. Originally 24 warships of the Jutland battle fleet sailed from the Cromarty Firth … [Read more...] about Royal Navy warship begins battle of Jutland tributes
