HMS Tracker and HMS Raider

HMS Tracker and HMS Raider took a run up to Glasgow this morning, and here are a few images as they passed Port Glasgow on their way back to Faslane Naval Base in the Gareloch.

 HMS Raider and HMS Tracker - Off Port Glasgow

 HMS Raider (P275)

 HMS Tracker (P274)

 HMS Raider (P275) 

HMS Tracker (P274)
 

HMS Tracker (P274)
 

 HMS Raider and HMS Tracker

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Tectona - Sail Training Vessel in Greenock

The 'Tectona' is a sailing vessel run by the Tectona Trust.

The aim is to provide a sailing adventure  for young people, from all walks of life with mental health and substance mis-use problems.

 To help build their confidence, self-belief, and the awareness of the needs of others. 

She paid us a visit in Greenock and here are a few photos as she departed this evening.

 Tectona Crew Preparing to Sail from James Watt Dock

Tectona - James Watt Dock in Greenock  

Tectona - Sailing Ship

Tectona Leaving Greenock

Tectona - Passing Custom House Quay in Greenock

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Stavros S Niarchos - Sail Training Ship

 The Sail Training Ship - Stavros S Niarchos - was open to the public today.

Never one to miss an opportunity I took myself down and was met by Helen who - after going over the safety issues - kindly gave me a tour of the vessel.

Having sailed on the - Sir Winston Churchill - many years ago, it was interesting to see how she compared.

The tour was short but informative and here are some images taken along the way.

 Pulley Blocks

 Port Side

 Bridge

 Ship's Wheels

 Starboard Side

 Mess Deck

 Sleeping Quarters

 Mess Deck and Galley

 Ship's Bell

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