HMS Collingwood

HMS Collingwood held it s annual open day featuring the Brickwoods fieldgun competition

HMS Queen Elizabeth FG Team

Thousands flock 'successful' HMS Collingwood Open Day

Visitors start to arrive at HMS Collingwood

HMS Collingwood open day to return this weekend

Royal Navy sailors at HMS Collingwood conducting a Field Gun Run in extreme temperatures.

Scorching weather doesn't stop sailors pushing heavy field gun

Commanding Officer for HMS Collingwood, Captain John Cromie, laying a wreath at the site where the bomb landed.

'We stand together': Base honours young sailors killed in WWII bombing

Wearing mock-up models of armoured vehicle, former Royal Navy captain John Kelly and civil servant Graeme Lloyd are preparing to set off on a long-distance walk in costumes to raise money for good causes.

HMS Sultan worker and former navy captain prepare for 100-mile walk

Jack Meacham, of Portsmouth, died at the age of 106 and served in the Royal Navy between 1938 and 1952. His funeral took place on Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Portchester Crematorium, with serving sailors and veterans attending to honour him.

'Phenomenal' funeral for Second World War hero who died aged 106

Jack Meacham, who served in the Royal Navy between 1938 and 1952, has died at the age of 106.

Sailors to line route at funeral of WWII veteran - when, times

HMS Collingwood's Victory Squadron win field gun competition trophy.

'Proud' HMS Collingwood sailors win junior field gun competition

Captain Davey (right) handing over to rank of Commanding Officer of HMS Collingwood to Captain Cromie.

Emotional Royal Navy Commanding Officer steps aside from base

Royal Navy sailors at HMS Collingwood completing a fitness challenge, raising money for the Samaritans.

Determined Royal Navy sailors conquer 16-hour fitness challenge

Early bird tickets have been released for the HMS Collingwood open day, showcasing the Royal Navy base.

Early bird tickets for HMS Collingwood open day on sale

Royal Navy sailors at HMS Collingwood held a Remembrance service on November 11.

8 poignant pictures of HMS Collingwood Remembrance service

Cdr Proctor and WO Lindop saluting during the service.

"Inspirational leadership" of Lord Nelson honoured at monument

A service to commemorate Trafalgar Day and the life of Admiral Lord Nelson took place on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Nelson Monument on Portsdown Hill. The 2025 commemoration has been organised.

Poignant ceremony to honour fallen sailors in Battle of Trafalgar

Remembrance project will aim to recall sacrifices

A new contract has been signed to provide virtual simulators for the Royal Navy. Pictured: The Bridge Simulator at HMS Collingwood in Fareham, training sailors on how to guide warships on deployments around the world.

"World class" virtual training secured for Royal Navy in £25m deal
Innovative technology has been secured to train Royal Navy sailors and prepare them for “future warfare”.
Freddie Webb

The victorious crew of HMS Sultan

HMS Sultan triumphant at junior field gun competition - pictures

The HMS Collingwood open day is drawing near, with crews carrying out public training drills ahead of the Field Gun competition.

Exciting HMS Collingwood Open Day draws near - training continues

The Collingwood Battalion Memorial Parade. The parade remembers the actions and lose of life of the Royal Naval battalion during WW1 especially during the Gallipoli campaign. Pictured: Capt Davey laying a wreath.

Emotional sailors remember fallen who died in Battle of Gallipoli

The future of HMS Collingwood and HMS Sultan has been addressed in the Strategic Defence Review (SDR).

Fears for the future of HMS Collingwood and HMS Sultan after review

Ad Feature HMS Collingwood opens its doors for a fun-filled day

The Royal Navy Rear Admiral inspecting the guard at HMS Collingwood in Fareham during a visit.

"Special honour": Rear Admiral hosted at HMS Collingwood ceremony

Sailors from HMS Collingwood are rowing the distance between Portsmouth and Dunkirk ahead of the anniversaries of the Battle of Dunkirk and VE Day. A team of 113 are taking part. From L: PLET Hugh Talbot, AB Chris Crawford and AB Martin Miller.

"We're sailors recreating the journey to Dunkirk to honour veterans"

Private Jason Swindley (MPGS) organised an Easter Egg collection for children staying at Queen Alexandra Hospital. Personnel across HMS Collingwood in Fareham donated over 80 gifts.

"I'm a soldier and collected Easter Eggs for children in hospital"

Musicians at the Royal Marines Band Service (RMBS) have raised tens of thousands of pounds to support their colleague Musician Sophie Ward, who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease at just 26 years old.

"I'm so grateful to the Royal Marines family for supporting my friend"

Early bird tickets have been announced for HMS Collingwood Open Day in Fareham.

Early bird tickets on sale for HMS Collingwood Open Day - details

Royal Navy sailor, Lieutenant Pete Macaulay, is running the London Marathon in April to raise money for a homeless charity that works in Gosport.

"Honoured" sailor to run London Marathon fighting against homelessness
A dedicated Royal Navy sailor will be running the London Marathon to fight against homelessness.
Freddie Webb

A date has been announced for the annual HMS Collingwood Open Day, where thousands of people will flock to see the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity Field Gun competition and other attractions.

Beloved HMS Collingwood Open Day date announced - when

Commanding Officer, Captain Tim Davey, and AB(AWT) Rosie Coman, 16, cutting the cake to celebrate 85 years of HMS Collingwood.

HMS Collingwood celebrates 85th birthday - pictures

Fareham Remembrance Sunday in West Street, Fareham, on Sunday, November 10, 2024.

Poignant Remembrance Sunday ceremony held in Fareham - pictures

A picture found in a time capsule discovered aboard the Royal Navy minehunter HMS Chiddingfold.

Intriguing time capsule found on HMS Chiddingfold - pictures

A service to commemorate Trafalgar Day and the life of Admiral Lord Nelson took place on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Nelson Monument on Portsdown Hill.

Trafalgar Day remembrance ceremony held at Nelson Monument - pictures

The annual Trafalgar Day service will be taking place at the Nelson Monument along Portsdown Hill on Monday. Pictured is last year's service.

Ceremony at Nelson monument honouring Battle of Trafalgar - when

A memorial obelisk to honour those who died during the sinking of HMS Royal Oak is being unveiled. Pictured is the battleship in Portsmouth Harbour prior to the Second World War.

Obelisk honouring those who died on HMS Royal Oak to be unveiled

Members of the Royal Marines Band Service (RMBS) are putting themselves through 26 hours of gruelling physical workouts to raise money for Sophie Ward, a musician diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease at just 26.

Musicians face 26-hour challenge for colleague after horror diagnosis

Archie Brown 11, of Fareham alongside his father Kevin. Archie has gone through surgery and has had most of a brain tumour removed. He was diagnosed with brain cancer, and has six weeks worth of radiotherapy ahead of him.

"Special" boy improving after surgery but cancer treatment awaits

A mum of two from Portsmouth has taken on an incredible hiking challenge to raise money for Little Troopers.

Phenomenal Royal Navy veteran and mum of two takes on charity hike

Members of the Royal Marines Band Service (RMBS) have been marching round HMS Collingwood to raise money for Sophie Ward, a musician diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.

"Devastated" musicians rally around colleague after severe diagnosis

HMS Excellent on Whale Island aerial view 1970. Bottom right at her mooring is the Royal Yacht Britannia where she was always located when not in use. The grey ship to the left is HMS Rame Head that was a Canadian ship. She was a training ship later followed by HMS Bristol which still uses the birth to this day. Just above the playing field are the barrack blocks.

20 stunning memories of the sailors of Royal Navy's HMS Excellent

Sub Lieutenants Adam Whitelaw and Kieran Kitsell spent a month on board RFA Tidespring, ahead of their deployment on the Portsmouth-based warship HMS Medway.

Adaptable officers gain valuable experience by training in new setting

HMS Collingwood hosted the annual Junior Leaders’ Field Gun Competition on Friday, July 12, 2024.

Picture: Sarah Standing (120724-1894)

Portsmouth apprentices win field gunners competition amid strong competition

Beautiful Langstone

18 amazing black and white photos capturing beauty of Portsmouth area

HMS Collingwood held its annual Open Day featuring the Brickwood's Field Gun competition. Visitors were not only treated to a variety of events but were able to tour some of the training facilities at the Establishment. Also there was a fair, entertainment trade, charity and military stands. The field gun completion was won HMS Seahawk for the third consecutive time.Solent Starts Motorcycle Display Team

59 magnificent pictures from HMS Collingwood Open Day 2024

'Unique' family open day at HMS Collingwood - the details

Ad Feature HMS Collingwood open day unveiled – early bird tickets on sale now

A team of 16 veterans and military personnel will be cycling from Poole to Hayling Island in one day to honour those who took part in D-Day.

Dedicated veterans cycling 80 miles for D-Day 80

Early days at HMS Collingwood with thousands on the parade ground in 1943 Picture: IWM-A-18928

12 glorious memories from Royal Navy's HMS Collingwood over the years

HMS Medusa looking smart after restoration ahead of D Day 80. The vessel, in Gosport, played a vital role in the Normandy Landings.

HMS Medusa restored by sailors ahead of D-Day 80th anniversary

Phil and Eleanor Booth,4 enjoy a ride at HMS Collingwood's Open Day.

Unique family open day at HMS Collingwood - here's the details

Data from the Ministry of Defence shows that a fridge was stolen from HMS Collingwood. A TV was also swiped from HMNB Portsmouth. Picture: Habibur Rahman

TV and fridge stolen from local military bases - MoD data says

The open day at HMS Collingwood features family fun and the popular Field Gun Competition

HMS Collingwood open day date confirmed for 2024

Complaints of damp, mould and squalid conditions have previously been made about HMS Collingwood in Fareham and HMS Sultan. Defence minister James Cartlidge toured both bases following pressure from Gosport MP Dame Caroline Dinenage. Picture: Habibur Rahman

Damp and mould at Navy base prompts minister visit

Dame Caroline Dinenage, Conservative MP for Gosport, said she will continue to raise the issue about military accommodation, saying the current situation is "not good enough". Pictured is the Conservative politician in the House of Commons on Wednesday. Picture: ParliamentTV - House of Commons.

Gosport MP bemoans military accommodation - "it's not good enough"

Dame Caroline Dinenage, Conservative MP for Gosport, speaking about accommodation for armed forces personnel in the House of Commons today (November 20). Picture: ParliamentTV - House of Commons.

MP says forces "deserve better" with some living in "rat-infested" accommodation

Captain Davey laying a wreath.

Royal Navy sailors pay respects to fallen comrades at remembrance services