HMS CALLIOPE

HMS CALLIOPE The Royal Navy Reserve Waterfront Training Hub for North East England. The unit has enjoyed a long association with Tyneside.

Training Days: 1st Saturday (0800-1600) each month and Wednesday evenings.

0191 4909600 / 07929788861 In our spectacular waterfront location, right next to the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, HMS CALLIOPE is the principal Royal Naval Reserve waterfront training hub for the North East of England & North Yorkshire and home base for some 100 Royal Naval Reserves, 50 Royal Marines Reserve, home base to

HMS EXAMPLE, student Officer cadets from the Northumbria University Royal Naval Unit and the Defence Technical Undergraduates Scheme. We recruit right across the North East of England - from the Scottish Borders to the River Tees. This was formally recognised in 1985 when HMS CALLIOPE was awarded the Roll of Honorary Freeman of the City of Newcastle.

Keep a look out for the team from HMS Ceres if you’re around Yorkshire over the next few weekends!
23/06/2026

Keep a look out for the team from HMS Ceres if you’re around Yorkshire over the next few weekends!

21/06/2026
To celebrate Father’s Day, here’s a throwback photo from last year of our Unit Warrant Officer and his son, a Royal Mari...
21/06/2026

To celebrate Father’s Day, here’s a throwback photo from last year of our Unit Warrant Officer and his son, a Royal Marine Cadet.

Thank you to all the Fathers out there for what you do and for all your support!

Well done to team South Shields Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets! What great achievements from you all.
21/06/2026

Well done to team South Shields Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets! What great achievements from you all.

The Sea Cadets are a brilliant organization to be involved with. They do a great job at developing the young citizens in...
18/06/2026

The Sea Cadets are a brilliant organization to be involved with. They do a great job at developing the young citizens in our area, so if you are able to assist, please get in touch with the team!

Last week our Unit Engagement Officer, Lt Cdr Matt attended a Remembrance Service to commemorate the 44th Anniversary of...
17/06/2026

Last week our Unit Engagement Officer, Lt Cdr Matt attended a Remembrance Service to commemorate the 44th Anniversary of the Falklands Conflict.

The event took place at the Jigsaw Memorial, Killingworth and was attended by local dignitaries, veterans and serving members of the Armed Forces.

Matt was privileged to hear to a very poignant address by by Mr Shaun Rigby, who served onboard RFA FORT GRANGE.

His ship conducted vital refuelling and resupplying of Task Force ships, using helicopters and special lines to transfer fuel and equipment. He spent many days in considerable danger and under attack in “Bomb Alley”, San Carlos Water supporting the Landing Forces. The importance of robust logistical support to the military is often overlooked, but without it operations will grind to a halt. That’s why the “lived experiences” of veterans like Shaun are so important in ensuring we don’t forget the lessons from the past.

Also present was Mr Jim Houghton, who also went down south as a member of the ship’s company of HMS ILLUSTRIOUS during the campaign. The aircraft carrier was built in Tyneside and rushed into service during the conflict. It is part of the proud ship building heritage and maritime tradition in our region.

Thank you to everyone involved for inviting us and allowing us to participate in the service. Events like these are important to us, because they give us a chance to meet and learn from veterans who have experienced conflict first-hand. As one of the Navy’s fighting arms, the Maritime Reserves trains and prepares our teams to be ready to serve on live operations at home and overseas.

Congratulations to the Full Circle Team… we were deight to host you at HMS CALLIOPE in April.
15/06/2026

Congratulations to the Full Circle Team… we were deight to host you at HMS CALLIOPE in April.

We are hugely excited and beyond proud to announce that we have been awarded a two year funding grant by the Royal British Legion

Their support for and interest in our T2S Full Circle Expedition and in the work of T2S demonstrates their enduring commitment to supporting those who have served.

Exciting times ahead.



13/06/2026

Men and women from across the Royal Navy have had their hard work and commitment recognised by His Majesty the King.

Congratulations to all those very well deserving recipients! It’s great to see your hard work and achievements recognise...
13/06/2026

Congratulations to all those very well deserving recipients! It’s great to see your hard work and achievements recognised.

And a special congratulations to the members of the Maritime Reserves and the Cadet Forces who have been recognized for your service.

Men and women from across the Royal Navy have had their hard work and commitment recognised by His Majesty the King.

Address

South Shore Road
Gateshead
NE82BE

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+447929788861

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