Thousands of people flocked to HMS Collingwood on Saturday (July 4) for an open day filled with family fun, activities and showcasing the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, and the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) Field Gun Competition.
Teams had been training hard to take part in the the prestigious “Brickwoods Trophy” with the REME team declared the winners in front of a cheering crowd.
There were also Interactive Zones for hands-on activities, and visitors were able to see the training equipment and experience some of the military drills first-hand - including teaching people how to navigate a ship into harbour on the base’s warship bridge simulator.
There was also be a military village, fairground rides including dodgems, a petting zoo and inflatable attractions.
9. HMS Collingwood Open Day
HMS Collingwood held its annual open day featuring the Brickwoods fieldgun competition HMS Excellent | Keith Woodland
10. HMS Collingwood Open Day
From left, Aaron, 11, Jacob, 10, and Richie, 11. HMS Collingwood Open Day, Fareham Picture: Chris Moorhouse (040726-19) | Chris Moorhouse
11. HMS Collingwood Open Day
HMS Collingwood held it s annual open day featuring the Brickwoods fieldgun competition | Keith Woodland
12. HMS Collingwood Open Day
From left, Anne and Mike Davies, and Karin Clark and Imogen Davies. HMS Collingwood Open Day, Fareham Picture: Chris Moorhouse (040726-16) | Chris Moorhouse