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28/10/2026

Britannia Association Presidential Handover

The Britannia Association is delighted to announce the formal handover of its Presidency from Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope GCB OBE DL to His Excellency Vice Admiral Sir Jerry Kyd KBE.

Throughout his Presidency, Admiral Sir Mark has been a dedicated advocate for the values, traditions and enduring camaraderie that define the Britannia Association. His commitment to strengthening links between members, supporting the Association's charitable and social objectives, and championing its continued relevance within the wider naval community has been deeply appreciated by members and trustees alike.

The BA Trustees extend a warm welcome to Sir Jerry Kyd as both he and the Association enter this new chapter.

Royal Navy
Association of Wrens
The Association of Royal Navy Officers
Fleet Air Arm Officers' Association, F A A O A

23/10/2026

This is fascinating - the making of our mugs full of history. Available to buy in our College shop and on-line - a Christmas present maybe?

The Association of Royal Navy Officers
Royal Navy

21/10/2026

⚓ Trafalgar Day at Britannia Royal Naval College — 21 October 2026

Each year on Trafalgar Day, personnel at Britannia Royal Naval College keep a watchful eye on the weather, hoping to witness a remarkable moment of light in the College Chapel.

High in the rafters, at the rear of the chapel opposite the sanctuary, a circular window with a stone cross mullion provides the setting for a truly special sight. At approximately 1615, if the sun and clouds are kind, sunlight streams through the window, casting a cross of light onto the face of Jesus Christ on the chapel’s reredos.

Today, military and civilian personnel gathered for a vigil to remember Vice-Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson, who led the British fleet to victory at the Battle of Trafalgar on 21 October 1805. Nelson was mortally wounded during the battle and died aboard HMS Victory later that afternoon around 1615.

As the recording announced Nelson’s death, the sun poignantly slipped behind the clouds, and the cross of light briefly disappeared.

More than 220 years on, Nelson’s legacy endures, and Trafalgar Day remains a time to reflect on courage, sacrifice and service.

Remembering Nelson. Remembering Trafalgar. Remembering all who serve and their families and friends. ⚓

Royal Navy
The Association of Royal Navy Officers
Fleet Air Arm Officers' Association, F A A O A
Association of Wrens

15/10/2026

If you joined BRNC in a year ending 3 or 8 (1963, '68, '73, '78, '83, '88, '93, '98 and in to the noughties) - dates and details of your combined milestone reunion are now 'live' on The Britannia Association.

🗓 Save the date (8th / 9th January 2028)
⚓ Gather your RN friends
🛏 Book your accommodation in Dartmouth
🍽 Book your Reunion Ticket - Tour, Drill and Black Tie Dinner

Email or phone the Britannia Association office to find out how we can help with reaching out.

Rekindle your friendships. Spin the dits. Make new memories.

Royal Navy
Royal Naval Association
The Association of Royal Navy Officers
Fleet Air Arm Officers' Association, F A A O A
Association of Wrens

14/10/2026

Delighted that some of our members are joining us to witness the annual Sun Cross Vigil on Wednesday 21st October - a unique tradition commemorating the death of Admiral Lord Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.

Details of the event are available on The Britannia Association website. Members, with their guests, are very welcome - please book on-line or call the office. Booking closes on Friday 16th October.

If you are not a member and would like to learn about this magical sight, there are still places available on our public guided tours of the college. Our tours are listed on the website.

Royal Navy
The Association of Royal Navy Officers
Fleet Air Arm Officers' Association, F A A O A
Visit South Devon
Explore Dartmouth
Discover Dartmouth

13/10/2026

BRNC Combined Milestone Reunions

Booking facility for September 2027 reunion is back up on The Britannia Association website.

There are many different alumni already booked for our January, May and September reunions in 2027.

Take a look at the website, gather your RN friends, book your accommodation in Dartmouth, book your place.

Royal Navy
The Association of Royal Navy Officers
Fleet Air Arm Officers' Association, F A A O A
Royal Naval Association
Association of Wrens

09/10/2026

Britannia Association Members

An email with events coming up was sent out yesterday- if you haven’t received it, please check your junk / spam folders or check your membership profile or call or email the office to see if we have the correct email address.

Thank you.
The Britannia Association - your link back to your College.

Photo to grab your attention!

08/10/2026

Some lovely items restocked in the Hannah Wisdom Textiles range and Ballantynes of Walkerburn range and of course, there’s Bertie Bear - all available to buy from the College shop, if you’re visiting the College on one of our tours and online.

Come and find coasters, cushions, magnets, hoodies, tankards and more… especially with the shhhh Christmas season ‘round the corner.

Royal Navy
The Association of Royal Navy Officers
Fleet Air Arm Officers' Association, F A A O A
Royal Naval Association
Association of Wrens
Discover Dartmouth
Visit South Devon
Explore Dartmouth

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Britannia Royal Naval College, College Way
Dartmouth
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Telephone

01803677565

Website

https://britanniaassociation.org.uk/

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