Mid Roger E Welby-Everard 1961-63 Commission
Our President has advised us that Roger E Welby-Everard crossed the bar on Saturday 7th March 2026 at the age of 83. He died at home with a glass of red wine in his hand watching the Italy v Engand 6 nations rugby match. He took early retirement from the RN on 6 March 1971 […]
LS David Chapman 1961-63 Commission
We’ve just heard from Bev Harris that her father David Chapman passed away on 13 February 2026 at the age of 90. Fair winds and following seas.
Spring 2026 Capers
You can now view the latest edtion on the website by going to the Association page. This is Tony Cox’s last production as Editor and sincere thanks to him for doing such a great job. Our Secretary John Munro will be the new Editor and we wish him well in this important task.
Robert (Bob) Styants HMS Cavalier 1960-61 Commission
Our Honourable Treasurer Rowdy has just informed us that former Chief Stoker Bob Styants crossed the bar on 2 January 2026 following a heart attack on Christmas Eve. Bob was a regular and very valued contributor to our Capers magazine. Funeral will be held at 1215 on 3 February 2026 at Lodge Hill Crematorium Weoley […]
Army v Navy Twickenham 2026
Sarah Bewley of the RNA has asked me to bring the following offer to the attention of our Association. The RNA are delighted to offer you our cheaper tickets at a 10% discount for the game on Saturday 2 May 2026 at Twickenham. Includes access to a large private bar with no queuing for beer […]
Norman Buckingham HMS Cavalier 1964-66 Commission
Roger Hunt has advised us that Norman crossed the bar on 12 November 2025 at the age of 86. Norman was an M(E)1 on the above commission. He joined the RN in 1956 and left the RN when the ship returned from the Far East having volunteered to complete the commission. He was a member […]
HMS Carysfort ship’s bell
Was sold at auction in Boston USA on 22 November 2025. I watched the auction online and made a couple of bids. It was sold for US$950 (approx (£720). However once sales tax of 25% and Boston MA State tax of 6.25% are factored in this brings the total to just under £1000. Shipping, handling […]
Digital Veterans ID Cards
From 17th October 2025 Digital Veterans ID Cards are being introduced by the Government. To apply log into your Gov.UK One Login account and you will need a smartphone running IOS 15 or later to upload the Digital Card to your phone. If you don’t have a Gov.UK One Login it’s a fairly easy process […]
Joanna Musson
Joanna died peacefully on 31 August 2025 at Dorchester Hospital surrounded by her three children. Joanna and her husband the late Rear Admiral Robin Musson CB were dedicated members of the association and attended the reunions frequently. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. The memorial service will take place at 1100 on […]
John (Nat) Nathan – HMS Cavalier 1961-63 Commission
The Chairman has advised us that Nat crossed the bar on the 15 August 2025. He was an M(E)1 on the above commission but ended his 12 years RN career as a Chief Mech and at one time he was reputed to be the youngest Chief in the Navy. Nat was a member of the […]