Agamemnon Uses the Forge
There’s a formal bond between Britain’s newest nuclear submarine and the steel city of Sheffield. HMS Agamemnon – No.6 of seven Astute-class hunter-killer boats built for the Royal Navy Submarine Service – has shaken hands with Sheffield Forgemasters, which traces its history back to before Nelson, signing a Bond of Friendship. The South Yorkshire firm, […]
HMNB Clyde Xmas Dinner
STAFF at HM Naval Base Clyde put on their Santa hats and running shoes to join in some festive fun on Tuesday, December 12.In spite of the cold, wet, weather, around sixty people, both military and civilian, met at the HMS Neptune Sportsdrome to run in the Santa Dash.Everyone ran together in a group with […]
TSF Christmas Period Closure
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2 days until HMS Oardacious commence their 2023 Cross Atlantic Row
On the 13th December Five Royal Navy Submariners will set off on an epic 3,000 mile rowing adventure, competing in the ‘World’s Toughest Row – Atlantic’ event with 37 other teams from 15 countries. The HMS Oardacious team will attempt to row their Rannoch RX45 Ocean Rowing Boat named ‘Captain Jim’ from La Gomera in […]
CLYDE STAFF COME TOGETHER TO SING CHRISTMAS CAROLS
MILITARY and civilian staff from across HM Naval Base Clyde gathered in St Mungo’s church on Thursday, December 7, to spread a bit of Christmas cheer by singing carols and collecting for local charities. After everyone had enjoyed a hot drink and some mince pies, the carol service was led by the Chaplaincy team all […]
£121 Million Investment into future Submarines supports 250 Jobs
Two contracts, worth collectively over £100 million, have been awarded to Babcock to support the development of the UK’s future nuclear deterrent. Contracts awarded to Babcock for in-service support expertise and weapon handling. Supporting 250 jobs across the UK Will support development of the new Dreadnought Class submarines. Two contracts, worth collectively over £100 million, […]
Inaugural meeting of the East of Scotland Submariners Association
The first face to face meeting of the newest branch of the Submarine Association has taken place. The branch has been formerly named the East of Scotland Branch and the meeting took place at the WOs & SRs Mess of HMS CALEDONIA on Fri 1 Dec 23. 13 personnel attended (12 in attendance and 1 […]
Introduction of Non-Religious Pastoral Officers for Armed Forces
The Ministry of Defence has introduced Armed Forces Non-Religious Pastoral Officers (NRPO) to further bolster the support given to our Armed Forces. As testament to the value that pastoral support brings Service Personnel, the Ministry of Defence has introduced Armed Forces Non-Religious Pastoral Officers (NRPO) to further bolster the support given to our Armed Forces. […]
102 years young!
Michael Tibbs OBE visited the RN Submarine Museum with many members of his family on Saturday 25 November to celebrate his 102nd birthday. Mike served in submarines during WW@ and was First Lieutenant of HMS Tantalus on the far East by the end of the war. A long time supporter of Friends of the RN […]
Friends of the RN Submarine Museum – Christmas Cards
For Christmas 2023 the Friends of the RN Submarine Museum have a new card by artist Si Ellis to mark the AUKUS deal which will shape much of the RN Submarine Service’s efforts and activity for many years to come. They also have some of Tim Hall’s Submariner Memorial card from last year and Georgina Bown’s HMS Christmas card from the year […]
