RM Poole, Naval base in Hamworthy, Poole, England
RM Poole is a military facility in Hamworthy overlooking Poole Harbour, serving as a training and operational center for Royal Marines personnel. The site contains specialized exercise zones including simulated field bases, tactical training areas, and facilities for developing skills needed in complex operations.
The facility began as an RAF airbase in 1942 and was later transferred to Royal Navy control in 1944 for amphibious warfare preparation. This transition reflected the growing importance of combined operations during World War Two.
The base maintains four distinct Special Boat Service squadrons: C Squadron, X Squadron, M Squadron, and Z Squadron, each contributing to military excellence.
The location sits at the water's edge with direct access to Poole Harbour for maritime training activities. Keep in mind this is an active military facility where public access is generally restricted.
Royal Marines practice amphibious landings directly in Poole Harbour waters, making it one of the few places where coastal assault techniques are trained in British waters. This hands-on combination of land and sea training shapes the specific skills these personnel develop.
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