HMS Severn

[Kevin McKenna @kmckenna63]

This is quite something to witness. HMS Active, the second of the Inspiration Class Type 31 Frigates, ventures out to meet the public for the first time from Babcock's Rosyth facility. It's the pinnacle of Scottish shipbuilding, marine engineering and craftsmanship

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

@ShippingButters She certainly stands out on the horizon for miles around! But sadly significantly wooded by the Island of Portland when in Weymouth Bay.

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Back on track! Transits are one of the best additions to a fix that you can get. All it needs is another bearing or radar range. But where is today’s transit? And for bonus points can you recommend a good second FP to finish the fix?

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Yesterday’s Fixing Point was Tobermory Ferry Terminal and her dazzling sector lights, and equally dazzling colourful houses along the seafront. Taking a tactical pause in the Fixing points for the moment, but more will be on their way soon!

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

@Tarka_Man Spot on on all accounts!

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Today’s Fixing Point, is slightly different. Sector lights are very useful for running in as a head mark, but they are also fantastic for identifying distances to run when they are off the nav track. Here’s one we used recently, on a ferry terminal, but where is it… 🧐

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

@an2003dy Spot On!

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Yesterday’s fixing point was Tiumpan Head Lighthouse! Something a little easier to fix off today, with yet another lighthouse! See how you fair with this one… 🧐

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Eilean Bàn Lighthouse was a our fixing point for yesterday! Hidden under the Sky Bridge, but still a standout figure on our runs into Loch Alsh!

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

@an2003dy @ArdnamurchanLH Spot on!

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Yesterday’s Fixing Point was @ArdnamurchanLH, marking the most westerly point of mainland UK! Well done those sharp eyed followers who guessed correct!
Let’s see how you do with today’s Fixing Point, from a cold early morning pilotage… 🧐

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

@SargeCraig667 @ArdnamurchanLH Not quite, very similar looking light houses though!

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Nav training takes you to some stunning views!
The challenge is identifying your fixing points along the way. Any guesses where you might find this lighthouse? (Answers in tomorrow’s post! Along with the next fixing point… 🧐)

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

Have you ever seen a rainbow at night? This rare and unusual spectacle is a Lunar Rainbow spotted at 0200 by the Middle Watch-Keepers (the moon was behind us!). @metoffice @bbcweather @carolkirkwood

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

It was great to share a moment of solidarity as we shared our Service of Remembrance with the contractor team, remembering those that have made the ultimate sacrifice. No matter where we are, we will remember them. #RememberanceDay #RoyalNavy

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

A rough sea takes no prisoners, even some of the most seasoned sailors can find themselves feeling a bit worse for wares as SEVERN corkscrews through a turbulent sea.

[Navy Lookout @NavyLookout]

.@hmssevern outbound from King George V dock on the Clyde today, passing HMS Glasgow and HMS Cardiff in Scotstoun shipyard.

Via @MichaelJWC626

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

@martynjwilliams @PeelPorts @RNinScotland @RoyalNavy 👋 Absolutely! Incredible to see such impressive ships being built on the Clyde!

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

After a much needed bit of respite for the Ship’s Company post BOST, SEVERN has sailed from #Glasgow. Very many thanks to @peelports for hosting our stay! @RNinScotland @royalnavy #royalnavy #shoreleave

[HMS Severn @hmssevern]

During a recent Night MOBEX the SEVERN Team managed to take some amazing phots as the OOW makes their approach for a swimmer recovery!