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Royal Naval Reserves

The Royal Naval Reserve, together with the Royal Marines Reserve, form the Maritime Reserves

The Royal Naval Reserve’s involvement in protecting our nation’s interests ranges from conflict operations, to counter-terrorism and anti-piracy work. As a Reservist, you’ll also have a role to play in providing security at sea and humanitarian assistance across the globe. As part of the whole force you’ll be indistinguishable from your Royal Navy counterparts.

HMS KING ALFRED

Located on Whale Island in Portsmouth, and commissioned in 1994, HMS King Alfred is one of the largest units in the country.

Being in the heart of a naval city gives HMS King Alfred reservists excellent opportunities to see the work of the Royal Navy first hand. Our Reservists also get to use the tremendous facilities we have locally.

HMS King Alfred is located on Whale Island which is just off the M275 next to Portsmouth Continental Ferry Port.

HMS MEDWAY

Located on Whale Island in Portsmouth, and commissioned in 1994, HMS King Alfred is one of the largest units in the country.

Being in the heart of a naval city gives HMS King Alfred reservists excellent opportunities to see the work of the Royal Navy first hand. Our Reservists also get to use the tremendous facilities we have locally.

HMS King Alfred is located on Whale Island which is just off the M275 next to Portsmouth Continental Ferry Port.