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INDO-PACIFIC MISSION FOR HMS RICHMOND

A waterfront of family pride today when loved ones waved goodbye to HMS Richmond spotted on our live webcam leaving the Sound – and its

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TIGHT SECURITY FOR HMS ASTUTE

Tight security in the Sound this morning for HMS Astute, the Royal Navy’s nuclear-powered attack submarine spotted on our live webcam. It is speculated the

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A BUSY TIME FOR RFA PROTEUS

It’s going to be a busy time for RFA Proteus following reports that underwater sensors have been found in British waters. The devices are believed

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WELCOME HOME TO HMS SOMERSET

Plymouth’s waterfront echoed to the sound of gunfire this morning as HMS Somerset returned home after three months at sea. The crew of the Duke

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THE PS WAVERLEY COMING WESTWARD

The iconic PS Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, will soon be coming out of dry dock following its annual survey, repair works and

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THE RETURN OF THE PONT-AVEN

The new season for Brittany Ferries begins in Plymouth with the first Channel sailing of its flagship, the PONT-AVEN, into Millbay Docks this evening. The

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THE LYNHER FERRY OFF TO FALMOUTH

The weather has improved over the last few days, and the Lynher Ferry left from Torpoint at lunchtime and is now on its way for

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THE SHREWD ASTUTE ARRIVES IN PLYMOUTH

The Royal Navy’s lead operational submarine HMS Astute arrived early in the Sound this morning and was spotted on our live webcam. The Astute was