The mast lit up (1955) to Organise, control, distribute, and measure all of your digital content. Jim Online eBook Version, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=HMS_Ganges_(shore_establishment)&oldid=1140804583, Training establishments of the Royal Navy, Military installations established in 1865, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 21 February 2023, at 21:49. 1966, "Colours" - The morning ritual Strenuous Drill, early/late musters, re-orientation, for a period not exceeding 30 days (INI) - really, the worst of all Ganges punishments. 503 were here. Chris Admiralty sounds-out, 10.02.55 352 Class Kit Finals, Captain Roberts RM, Rodney DO. Slater Below are just some of our members who have served at HMS Ganges. 2023 Getty Images. behind the Quarterdeck mast. 75 81 Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. 68 [1] The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. He was a Radio Operator. Photographs of various ceremonial aspects of HMS Ganges, including mast manning, in a Pictorial Tribute leaflet from. 80 31 77 yardarm (Autumn 1948), Inter Divisional Water Polo Roy Connection, To view a larger Kim Collinson Sheila Hessing Cannon Davies 23 46 He sadly died in 1969 when I was 10 so have lots of unanswered questions. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. A view from the balcony of one of the rooms is shown below. John Roberts That visit must have had a lasting effect on those at Ganges at the time as her visit is still mentioned and remembered today. GANGES PARENTS DAY 27 th June, 1964 To view a larger version - just click on the photograph Photographs down at Ganges Running Track: Many thanks to the following ex GANGES boys and men, sailors and marines, and families, who have so generously provided these photographs for our pleasure, by bringing back the memories of so long ago. Williams Mallett She remained in service at RNTE Shotley until October 1976. Eileen Bryant Bill Peter Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. Shotley Marina, Shotley Gate, Ipswich, IP9 1QJ. Shiner 1966, "Messdeck ready for Saturday This gallery has been set up as a home for images that have not so far been added to the Museums Official Website https://www.hmsgangesmuseum.com/ Collect, curate and comment on your files. Ships - In which we served. H.M.S. Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. last entry 16.30 We are also please to welcome visitors at any other time by prior appointment - please telephone 01473 788315 or 01473 788723 to arrange this. Despite these developments, it was decided to move Ganges again, this time to Shotley, in Suffolk. 18 Axford the mast, Looking up the rigging of the Eldridge The Admiralty decided to set aside five old laid up hulks in different ports around the country, and use them as bases at which volunteers aged between 15 and 17 could spend a year being educated for future service in the navy. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options await you. David Hills Ganges training establishment. Click on button for more photographs at Ganges: Photographs down at Ganges Running Track: Many thanks to the following ex Free (donations towards running costs are welcome) Philippa Dent RM B4G591 - Cadets parade before the mast and ships wheel at the Royal Navys Suffolk training base HMS Ganges Circa 1930. Richard Jones. included in this entry. We must continue to honour our fallen soldiers. This gallery has been set up as a home for images that have not so far been added to the Museums Official Website https://www.hmsgangesmuseum.com/ Annexe, Captain's Rounds (inspection) Training finished on 16 May 1940 and operations were moved to HMSSt George. [1] HMS Ganges continued in service, being used as a centre for "Hostilities Only New Entry Training". Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. The deprived pocket money was credited to the boy and paid into his POSB (Post Office Savings Bank) account paid to him when he left Ganges. Geg Crayford the cutter race in August 1965. 56 76 G Spensley 20,000 had been set aside to build shore-based accommodation, and a further 80,000 had been earmarked to cover the future expansion of the facility. Tap into Getty Images global-scale, data-driven insights and network of over 340,000creators to create content exclusively for your brand. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. On 8 October 1913 HMS Ganges II became an independent command and was based at RNTE Shotley. 93 View Gallery. [3] In September 1913 HMS Ganges (the former HMS Caroline) was renamed HMS Powerful III and left the establishment. Maker. Malcolm Drayton HMS Ganges was a Royal Navy Training base at Shotley, Suffolk. (Woody) Woodward is on the extreme right of the second row Revell Pat Kitchen Taken outside the "Green Mansions" (Exmouth 45 Life there was tough and the site included a 143 foot ships mast, which was manned during training and annually for a ceremonial mast manning with a "button boy" standing high above the parade ground. 62 Colin Dennis She was refitted in Devonport, which involved her keel being scraped. This page gives an example of some of the wide and varied objects on display and a little bit about them but you can only get the true feeling of what HMS Ganges was all about along with memories of those who trained or serve there, by visiting. Backward Swimmers? 2023 Getty Images. If you go to the Collections page you will find an evaluation copy of a video which is available to purchase from Jim Worlding, all proceeds to the Museum coffers, details at the end of the video. 34 We have waited this long for something to happen. Some items come directly from the site and more are turning up all the time, for which we are grateful but take time to list. Stan Prior Organise, control, distribute, and measure all of your digital content. Tony In 1975 Ganges was opened to the public for the first time, with Admiral of the Fleet Louis Mountbatten, 1st Earl Mountbatten of Burma the guest of honour. & July 2008), Further details about H.M.S. 1971 - Ben Spall. Ganges training establishment. Spensley Whilst the developers of the Marina site have now completed the flats on the old Suffolk Lodge and the houses on the old Boatyard they are continuing further along King Edward VII Drive on what was known as the Grassy Knoll, now renamed Ganges Point. PASS, Imprisonment for a period not exceeding three months, Detention for a period not exceeding three months, CMG working party (pre breakfast post supper) instructions not interrupted (INI). View Gallery. 1950 Ruth 51 One of the hulks chosen to be converted into a school was the old 84-gun second-rate ship of the line HMSGanges. Mike Margary 64 Mullen taken at H.M.S. This gallery has been set up as a home for images that have not so far been added to the Museums Official Website https://www.hmsgangesmuseum.com/ Both the Bristol Arms and Shotley Rose, which were used by staff and civilians based at Ganges, are still operating and all ex-Ganges boys can be assured of a warm welcome from Shane and his staff at the Bristol, and Sarah, Jamie and staff at the Rose. 70 Select from premium Hms Ganges of the highest quality. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. provided these photographs for our pleasure, by bringing back the I have scoured the pictures in the hope of finding my father, Charles Alexander Don but to no avail. Tap into Getty Images global-scale, data-driven insights and network of over 340,000creators to create content exclusively for your brand. 11.00 to 17.00 Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays between Easter and the end of October. [3] It was decided by the Admiralty to close HMS Ganges, which was done on 6 June 1976. Jeff Davies Wood Bob We must never forget their contribution. mast, taken in the Summer of 1975, Mast Manning taken in August Dennys In the old days No 20's was birching and No21's was caning. side - black with white collar. If you have any photographs that were Ganges in the early years was afloat in Harwich Harbour and from 1905 until 1976 as a shore base. [1] By 1912 Ganges II was being used as an overflow ship as the number of boys in the establishment increased, and she was duly moved closer inshore. GANGES Summer 1965 - Rest in Peace Ma'am. Robert Martin The museum is manned by volunteers, many are former Ganges boys, long in the tooth but witha head full of knowledge, anecdotes and memories whether they went through the full year, or as six-week wonders in the latter days of Ganges. [3] By now so many boys were attending the base that they had to be sent to training battleships to finish their training. Front to back: Richard and Christopher James from Leeds, Ian and Graham Hughes from Flitwick, Ian and Clive Hannan from Bletchley, Keith and Malcolm Miles from Poole, Peter and Paul Holloway from Colchester, and David and Dennis Wooff from Yorkshire. Bence 2 Extra work or drill not exceeding 2 hours a day for a maximum period of 7 days. from the front. Tap into Getty Images global-scale, data-driven insights and network of over 340,000creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Reyn Despite initial objections that her layout made her unsuitable for the task, the decision went ahead. 1971 - Charles Anderson, Bungy Williams, Thomo Thompson. John 94 35 [2], Ganges was occasionally sailed to Devonport to undergo refits. McCreedy Beacock [3] In 1910 the old HMS Agincourt had been removed to become a coal hulk, leaving only the old HMS Minotaur as Ganges II. Laurie was attached to GANGES - 1948. HMS Ganges was a training ship and later stone frigate of the Royal Navy. Some items come directly from the site and more are turning up all the time, for which we are grateful but take time to list. HMS Ganges was an 84-gun second-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, launched on 10 November 1821 at Bombay Dockyard, [1] constructed from teak. 1971 - Graham Lloyd Silversands. Williams 1971 - No information. Dennys She took her first intake of 180 boys on 1 January 1866. Tripp 12 version - just click on the photograph, David Hurn on the lower HMS Ganges Museum is dedicated to the 160,000 boys who went through the gates as boys and marched out as men, from its inception as a Royal Navy Training Establishment in 1905 to its closure in 1976. Peter Don't forget, if you want to include a wider tour of the beautiful Suffolk countryside with your visit to the museum, the Shipwreck Lofts provide comfortable B&B style accommodation for that longer stay. HMS Caroline was renamed HMS Ganges that month as her replacement. These included the Portsmouth-based HMSMonarch, HMSCourageous and HMSConqueror. Royal Navy, HMS Ganges. Exmouth 41 mess Guard. D Make sure your email is visible to me in PayPal or email it to me direct. [1] Also that year HMS Ganges, the former HMS Minotaur was renamed HMS Ganges II, and so joined RNTE Shotley in sharing the name. Colin [1], 1906 was a period of considerable changes for the establishment. Christian Bannard The increasing professionalism of the Royal Navy and the reform of practices during the mid-nineteenth century led to the need to establish new training centres at which recruits could be inducted into navy life. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. David [1], In 1907 the 143-foot (44 m)-high mast of the old steam corvette HMSCordelia was erected. [3] A number of administrative reforms were also carried out this year, including the establishment of eight internal divisions named after famous admirals. Ganges training establishment. [2], During Ganges's time in Cornwall allegations of harsh and brutal treatment were reported to the Admiralty. View Gallery. 1962, Window Ladder Display Team Second from the right in the front row is Derek Hullah who lives in Filey Yorkshire, down the road from Scarborough. Bungy ASSOCIATION, The Guildford Cathedral It gives us immense pleasure to tell you that a construction company, based in Birmingham, called Wavensmere Homes has entered into a joint partnership with Galliard Homes, the present owners of the former HMS Ganges training site at Shotley Gate, in Suffolk. This gallery has been set up as a home for images that have not so far been added to the Museums Official Website https://www.hmsgangesmuseum.com/ GANGES Organise, control, distribute, and measure all of your digital content. View Gallery. IMAGES FROM THE 1940's H.M.S. Dave Esam Hms ganges hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy Hms ganges Stock Photos and Images (117) See hms ganges stock video clips Quick filters: Black & white hms ganges shotley RM CXG428 - Derelict entrance to HMS Ganges Shotley Gate, Suffolk, England RF AXTCC0 - HMS Ganges mast,suffolk, england The establishment had become an important part of local life, as in 1870 a rumour began to circulate that Ganges would not return after one such refit. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. [3], Ganges reopened as a boys' training establishment in October 1945. 36 Douglas Hollis Brighton H.M.S. Former HMS Ganges Royal Navy training mast taken down 6 June 2022 Getty Images The Royal Navy training mast in Shotley Gate, pictured in 1936, was erected in 1907 A historic Grade II listed. She was based alternately in Falmouth, Harwich (from 1899) and Shotley (from 1905). 33 Neil Sowerby She was established as a boys' training establishment in 1865, and was based aboard a number of hulks before moving ashore. [1] In 1930 Edward, Prince of Wales visited the establishment. 90 Bardsley HMS Ganges Museum The museum houses over 10,000 artefacts, photographs and documents, many donated by Ex-Ganges boys or their families. Colville Collect, curate and comment on your files. A variety of photos from HMS GANGES the people, the place and ships we served on. A floating dock was also moored nearby for the use of destroyers and submarines. Hatt BLACK TOT DAY 2015. A number of VIP visits took place, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh visited in 1956, First Lord of the Admiralty Lord Carrington visited in 1960 and Queen Elizabeth II in 1961. the mast enjoying their recreation period. The winning Rodney sports team John Davies By the end of 1866 there were 478 boys at the establishment. [2] She then sailed to Sheerness in company with HMSArrogant. November 1961, Layout for Locker Inspection and Kit Muster - 1958. Mike GANGES mess) receiving "Silver Oar" for winning the cutter race in [3], The outbreak of the Second World War led to the decision to close HMS Ganges as a boys' training centre. 52 Hopkins We are happy to tell you that work has now started on the main site. Peter Barron Dave 19 Collect, curate and comment on your files. 8 As you are about to see, 1954 went down in HMS Ganges history as a year without precedent throughout the period 1906 to 1976, namely its entire history - in short, more boys ran away from HMS Ganges in 1954 than at any other time and transcended the numbers returned by HMS St Vincent by a huge margin. Ganges Museum | all galleries >> Galleries >> IMAGES FROM THE 1940's > 1941, 24TH MAY - ALAN RAYMOND CONSTABLE PJX181902, LOST IN HMS HOOD.jpg Christmas issue of the 1955 Shotley Magazine. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. (INI). Great effort David and easy to access, having spent several years inputting items on the museum site I know only to well the work involved. He survived but lost alot of friends. 47 1971 - HMS Achilles 3L Comms Mess Far East 1970/71. Annexe; taken about 1955, David Davies was Drum Major of Steve (Blud) Reed In 1916 the establishment was bombed by a German Zeppelin. 20 Bryan Ricketts Michael 28 taken on the bank of Laundry Hill in 1949, with the backs of She remained in service at RNTE Shotley until October 1976. Peter Ganges training establishment. 9 He was at Ganges as a 16 year old which would have been about 1942. 32 71 57 Find Hms Ganges stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. RMG883E2 - Six sets of twins at the Royal Navy's HMS Ganges, the boys' training establishment in Shotley, Suffolk. Colin Richardson (Exmouth 41 Swann From Good Friday, 2022 until the end of October. HMS Ganges (1821) was an 84-gun second rate launched in 1821 and finally broken up in 1930. 38 Sunday Divisions over at the The museum houses over 10,000 artefacts, photographs and documents, many donated by Ex-Ganges boys or their families. Disabled entry is available but should you require any special assistance please do not hesitate to speak to the Attendants who will be only too pleased to assist you. Guard Commander (Summer 1965), Hawk 47 mess taken in July Steve 17 John of 1 The completion of shore works in 1905 led to the establishment of RNTE Shotley on 4 October. (that aren't already on display), and would like to share them with us, However, a boy could claim a small allowance for his essentials (soap, toothpaste etc) during this period. One wardroom steward shot himself over the matter, and the reports aroused indignation in the local community. Crew 1964/1965, Rodney Division Class 1 - *Photos recording the event can be found in the 1960's Gallery on PBase on the Collections page on this web-site. GANGES was At the Marina on the former Ganges lower sports field site you will find the Shipwreck Restaurant and Bar, above which are the Shipwreck Lofts. The Quarterdeck. The establishment soon regained its former size and importance, continuing to expand its facilities. 87 Taken outside of GANGES, Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. A naval training museum in Shotley Gate, Suffolk, dedicated to the. A few of my photos and some from the HMS Ganges Museums photo galleries. See also the links page for further details. (November 2007 sending them to discuss details. [1] over at the Annexe. Davies 61 Beare Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. HMS Ganges II (the old HMS Minotaur) was towed away in 1922 by the Dutch tug Swartezee and was broken up. 10 Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. Robert Newman McKee She was the last sailing ship of the Navy to serve as a flagship. Ganges sailed from Mylor on 27 August 1899. 66 Clarkeson [3], It was decided by 1927 that RNTE Shotley would be renamed after the original training ship and she was recommissioned as HMS Ganges that year. 1971 - Graham Lloyd HMS Achilles Far East. Rackstraw Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. Taff Terry (50th Anniversary), Class photograph over at the 25 looking towards the Main Gate. memories of so long ago. of 1 David [3] In 1968 the Ham-class minesweepers HMSFlintham and HMSDittisham were attached to Ganges. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options await you. Outside the Signal School at 1971 - Ben John Bence. She was based alternately in Falmouth, Harwich and Shotley . Entry to the museum is free, althoughall donations are welcome and are put towards running costs. Peter Morgan Lowrey Bonner Arthur Probably taken on a weekend as you can see juniors up The 1948 winning Rodney Rugby In November the establishment received the ex HMSAgincourt, which had been renamed HMS Boscawen III. Louis Mountbatten, 1st Earl Mountbatten of Burma, Ships of the Royal Navy: The Complete Record of all Fighting Ships of the Royal Navy, The HMS Ganges association, including the history, and photographs, HMS GANGES Roll on my Dozen! 41 All the artefacts on display have been donated by former trainees, instructors and staff, or their families. She spent two months here before being towed to Harwich by the tug Alligator. can be had from the (Rip) Kirby 73 15 The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. Annexe 1961, Guard and Royal Marine Band 48 AGM Qld mini-reunion 2014. the CMG (Central Main Galley), Colin Richardson (first on the Hurley A new overspill centre was commissioned at Highnam Court, near Gloucester on 28 April 1941, and it was defined as a tender to HMS Ganges. Wellesley's commander, Frederick H. Stevens also came with the boys and became Ganges's commanding officer. In 1918 the base suffered outbreaks of spanish flu and diphtheria. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. [1] On 3 August 1921 the Hunt-class minesweeper HMSTring became the establishment's tender. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. George I will then send you a link to download the video from Dropbox and forward your donation to the Museum (less PayPal fees). To get a high resolution (1080p) download of this video, without watermarks, please send a donation of 10 to my PayPal using jim.worlding@ntlworld.com. He went on to serve on HMS Denbigh Castle which was torpedoed in 1945 in Koala Bay. Another royal visit came on 12 October when Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester inspected the establishment. Early photo of Ganges boys in dining hall? HMSCaroline had arrived shortly before Ganges and served as a temporary hospital ship. [2] The plan called for an annual intake of 3,500 boys. IMAGES FROM THE 1950's H.M.S. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for ROYAL NAVY DESTROYERS AND FRIGATES OF YEARS GONE BY - 24 PHOTOGRAPHS - HMS at the best online prices at eBay! Swimming Bath - Anyone for [3] Rationing measures nearly produced a mutiny in 1917 but dispersed peacefully. Richard Bob Parrott 1939. [1] HMS Ganges II (the former HMS Minotaur) was renamed HMS Ganges. Whilst Toilets are not available in the Museum, we have an arrangement with the Shipwreck and are able to use their facilities including full disabled facilities. Richardson - "disturbing" is a strong word ? Mulcts meaning "to penalise by fining or demanding a forfeiture". Adrian Eric Armstrong Malcolm Wootton Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. 55 88 Paul Timms 30 40 hms ganges shotley. Maurice Mayes She was established as a boys' training establishment in 1865, and was based aboard a number of hulks before moving ashore. David [1], Ganges commenced her usual role at Harwich, with Caroline providing medical facilities whilst shore facilities were constructed in the town. Watson HMS Ganges as a training ship in the 1900s (Image: HMS Ganges Museum) Roger Jones, chairman at the HMS Ganges Museum said: "HMS Ganges was originally a ship of the wooden wall,. 74 22 85 Divisions - 1950), Exmouth Division Field Gun Peter Wison In 1909 the Signal School was established and three signal masts were erected. 11 Folkert Vrieswijk Wiggy Bennett Petitions were organised by the local councils, but were unable to sway the Admiralty. Ganges left Harwich in 1903 for Shotley. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. 54 2023 Getty Images. Collect, curate and comment on your files. Ganges training establishment. In 1999 a large section of the former non-commissioned officer quarters were acquired by The Welbeck Estate Group. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Bob Ganges Museum is located at Shotley Gate near Ipswich, in what was the Enright Block, on the foreshore of the former H.M.S. https://www.hmsgangesmuseum.com/contact.php. Michael Rainsforth then please contact David Axford before HMS Ganges (1782) was a 74-gun third-rate ship of the line launched in 1782 and broken up in 1816. H.M.S. H.M.S. On 21 June HMS Ganges was renamed HMS Tenedos III in preparation for her reassignment to become part of the Boy Artificers Establishment at Chatham. 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