URNU Cambridge

Situated in Cambridge and serving universities across East Anglia, University Royal Naval Unit Cambridge (URNU Cambridge) offers members the chance to learn new skills, meet others, enjoy social events, strengthen leadership skills, experience time at sea and undertake adventurous training such as offshore sailing.

OC Kamakshi’s Story

The URNU has provided things I never thought I'd be able to experience. On a recent deployment to the Baltic we had plenty of training such as helmsmanship, navigation, fire exercises and delivering harbour briefs. I was pleasantly surprised and embraced the opportunity to be able to handle the ropes and drive the Ship! It was great being able to meet other OCs and share our varying experiences. Furthermore, I had a really great time exploring different cities and their cultures.

Throughout the trip, I found myself thinking (multiple times) how I would've never had this kind opportunity without the URNU; to meet a group of strangers and just share such a unique experience with them.

I think this trip has taught me a lot about myself. Firstly it has confirmed my desire to join the RN. I've seen the values we aim for and uphold in the URNU being upheld in the RN. I've also learnt that I have good leadership skills even in difficult situations.

Meet the team

Commanding Officer

Lt Richard George RN

The Commanding Officer is in charge of their own unit. They manage the unit, staff and students. Commanding Officers’ are in charge of what their unit can participate in throughout the year. They are in charge of their own budget, safety of personnel and unit routines.

Coxswain

CPO Shaun Donnelly

The Coxswain supports the Commanding Officer and deputises as required. They are responsible for the day to day running of the unit and activities.

Senior Training Officer

The Senior Training Officer is the lead Training Officer for each unit. They oversee the syllabus for training within the unit from the training team. This can include managing the training plan and overseeing training delivery from the other Training Officers’. They have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of training, from adventure training to navigation to ship deployments.

Regional Administration Officer

The regional Administration Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer for carrying out the administration of unit activities.

Find us

URNU Cambridge

Contact Details

Address:

URNU Cambridge
Coldhams Lane
Cambridge
CB1 3HS

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Telephone: 07773 155 799

Email Address: [email protected]