8 October 2020
HMS RANGER made an unexpected visit to Bristol as Storm Alex, the first named storm of the season, brought heavy rain and gusts of wind up to 60 mph to western coastal regions. HMS RANGER is one of the Royal Navy’s P2000 URNU Patrol Craft which would, under normal conditions, enable university students to experience life on the water and to acquire and practice some navigational skills. Instead the Commanding Officer invited Lord-Lieutenant and Honorary Captain Peaches Golding OBE aboard during her brief stay in Bristol where she was berthed on the pontoon alongside the Arnolfini. She met the Ship’s company before they sailed along the Floating Harbour.