RM Turnchapel, Naval base in Plymouth, England
RM Turnchapel is a former naval base along Plymouth's waterfront, featuring docks, maintenance facilities, and administrative structures spread across the site. The grounds now house various marine businesses and commercial waterfront services.
The Admiralty acquired the site in 1903 and converted it into a naval fuel depot that operated through both World Wars. The base supported critical military operations during these periods.
The site shaped Plymouth's identity as a maritime town deeply connected to naval affairs, and you can see how the waterfront still reflects this military heritage. Local residents and workers today use the same docks that once supported the Royal Navy's operations.
The site sits east of Plymouth city center and is accessible along the waterfront promenade. Keep in mind that some areas remain active for commercial and maritime operations.
The site's slipway served as a key departure point in 1944 for thousands of American soldiers bound for the Normandy landings. This overlooked chapter connects Plymouth directly to one of World War II's most significant moments.
Inception: 1903
GPS coordinates: 50.35940,-4.11611
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:00
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