11.
Apr. 25, 2013

I served on Falmouth from Sept 71-Jan 75. I flew out to Simonstown to take the place of a stoker who fell into the drydock in Gib and sadly died. Never can remember his name unfortunately. It was my first ship after training and the next 3½ years were the most enjoyable of my 29 in the mob. I joined as a MEM2 and left as LMEM. I left in Singapore in Jan. 75 and spent 3 or 4 days in what was left of HMS Terror, drinking Tiger Beer. Does anyone remember the galley fire off Africa, I think it was Oct /Nov time. Names that spring to mind are John Heaney, Mick Heaney, Jan Gudge, Ginge Cunningham and Terry(Dillon) Marshall. Hope they are still around.

Norman (Jan) Blain. Ex CMEM
 

10.
Dec. 16, 2012

I joined FALMOUTH at Devonport in early 1964.  Initially I was the ships postman "Postie".  The CO was Captain D. V. M. McLeod, D.S.C. who I had previously served under onboard HMS ALAMEIN (1957-1959) when he was a Commander.  McLeod was a nasty piece of work.  ALAMEIN was not a happy ship, and during his time on Falmouth nor was she. On Christmas Day McLEOD was doing rounds of the messes.  On entering the after seaman's mess he was traditionally offered a drink. He was given a tot of Queen Anne whiskey. As soon as he saw the bottle he turned on his heel and left the mess, saying to the Coxswain;  "Find out where that came from!"   Apparently a bottle had gone missing from his cabin.  He was related to the family who made Queen Anne scotch.  Once he left the whole atmosphere onboard changed.  I lost my hook on Falmouth for throwing a loaf of bread over the side!!!!

Richard Broniman
Leading Seaman QA1 Forward Seaman's mess and
Leading Hand of the Juniors Seaman's Mess

9.
Aug. 17, 2012

Back in the 80's I was a Houston Police Officer (just recently retired after 32 years of service). I visited the Falmouth when she came to Houston, Texas. My partner and I were working the night shift and were given a tour of the vessel. I even had to turn over my firearm to the ships watch. He said if I didn't it was an act of war; I still smile when I think of that statement. Personally I think he just wanted to play with my service revolver, which at the time was a .44 mag, six inch barrel.

We were treated like royalty by the Ensigns and had a grand time. I was given two mugs, a Falmouth plaster seal (painted), and 2 small t-shaped launch keys (I still have all but one of the mugs). The upcoming weekend my partner and I hosted an American football party for the Ensigns. I served beef ribs and a full course Texan BBQ dinner. We drank beer, ate till we were stuffed, and had great time. That time is still etched in my memory. I am sure all sorts of protocols were broken by allowing us on board, but it is a memory I will always cherish. God's speed to all who have sailed aboard her.

James E. Klein Jr.
Spring, Texas

8.
Apr. 26, 2012

With regards to the Falmouth arriving at Devonport, I believe it was taken in 1967 possibly on our arrival home from Far East.

Malcolm Bettley

7.
Dec. 27, 2011

I was wondering if you or anyone from the Falmouth had any pictures of the crew from around 82 or 83? My brother was LRO Deric Lomax, and he was serving on the Falmouth in 82, 83 and died during this time, he was wash over board during a storm in 83 (end of the Falklands war) and drowned. I was only 13 when this happened, it would be amazing if anyone has a few pics, or stories, or to hear from anyone who remembers him.

Many thanks,
Dilys Yale

6.
Aug. 27, 2011

First time on your sight I was looking for some pictures of my old ship HMS Falmouth, served on her between 1976 and 1978, very useful site.

Mark Schroeder
Gosport, England

5.
May 24, 2011

I don't think that the title of 'HMS Falmouth F-113 seen arriving at Devonport, England in 1980' can be correct. You will notice that the mast framework has not been covered in, as seen on the other pictures dated '74 and '75. I noticed this because I was on the Falmouth in the sixties when it had the 'naked' masts and I use this clue to try and work out if pictures of the ship are of my era, or later. (Note: The caption on the photo in question has been revised.)

Regards,
Paul Pearson

4.
Nov. 20, 2010

HMS Falmouth was my first draft in 1973-1976 starting as a Junior Seaman then Able Seaman which incorporated my first overseas deployment (Far East, South America and Norway). I do have some photos and once scanned I will forward them on as others may like to see them.

Regards,
Andy Crispin
Ex: CPO(S) Career 1972-1978 then 1982-2001

3.
July 9, 2009

JS.SG. Kirk Raynor my first draft Dec70-March73. So many  good times. Would like to get in contact with old ship mates.

2.
Dec. 11, 2008

Being an ex Falmouth rating , it was my first ship and as such holds a special place in my heart. However I did have an ‘anorak moment’ when I saw that the GWS radar system shown on the 1980 photo was the same ‘bog-
eyed’ system as shown in the 1960 photo!! Regardless of this minor continuity issue it was still a good ship held
with fond memories from an ‘old salt’. Thanks again.

Martin Smith
Berwick upon Tweed, UK

1.
Nov. 8, 2007

Thank you so much for such an excellent site. I was looking for HMS Falmouth which I had the pleasure to sail on during a Nato Exercise in 1973 as a young AB Sparker. Many memories and many great runs ashore. Have a great Navy day.

Yours Aye,
M.A. (Herb) McDonald CD1
PO1 Retired, Royal Canadian Navy