Royal Navy Submarines and Submariners in WWII
Hornet Sevices Sailing Club, Haslar Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2AQ
The little-known story of RN submarines operating from Malta in the Mediterranean, which did much to hobble Rommel’s desert operations by interrupting his supply lines, is told through the experiences of an able seaman and a senior captain.
Chris Munns, himself a submariner of 20 years’ experience and once Director of the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, tells this story of humour and tragedy. Of the submarines that served in the Mediterranean, half were lost and, of course, their crews with them.
The talk will last for about 40 minutes, with time for questions at the end.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1100
Location & directions
Hornet Sevices Sailing Club, Haslar Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2AQ
- Directions:
- Entrance to Hornet is at the base of Haslar Bridge, next to The Submarine Museum. Please park opposite and report to the Security Gate with your Photo ID.
- Contact on day:
- Chris Munns
- Telephone number:
- +447850644331
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book online via the booking website. If you experience any difficulties with the booking system, please contact us. This is a secure site, so the name of each person attending and car registration must be entered on booking. Photo ID will be required on arrival at the Security Gate.
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.gosportheritage.co.uk/booking-2025/
- Booking opens:
- 23 Aug 2025 09:30 AM
- Booking closes:
- 07 Sep 2025 05:00 PM
Accessibility details
Wheelchair access is at the rear of the building. Only Blue Badge holder cars can park there (details must be given when booking). General parking is opposite the entrance, but vehicle details are still needed on booking to park there. Refreshments will be available at the Bar before and after the event.
Additional information
Please arrive at least 15-20 minutes before start time to allow for parking, gate security clearance, entering the Clubhouse, perhaps buying a drink at the bar, and getting comfortably seated in the talk room.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 50
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
