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Royal Naval Patrol Service Museum

A record of the work and experiences of Royal Naval Patrol Service during World War II

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At the outbreak of the Second World War Lowestoft became the Central Depot of the Royal Naval Patrol Service, with it’s HQ  (HMS Europa) located in the Municipal Gardens known as the Sparrows Nest.

The Royal Naval Patrol Service Association was founded in 1977 to unite the veterans who served in the Royal Naval Patrol Service, (1939-1946), and to assist those of them and their dependents who might be in need. The Association also maintains and preserves a record of the work and experiences of RNPS during World War II in the Royal Naval Patrol Service Museum which seeks to educate subsequent generations about this aspect of WWII.

As the museum is housed in the former headquarters of the Royal Naval Patrol Service Association,  there are always some ex Patrol Service members available to provide a unique in-sight for visitors into the operations of the Patrol Service, and in addition are a great source of information to members of the public who are researching family histories.

For additional information about admission, opening hours, access, facilities and learning opportunities, please visit the museum website.

 

 

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Royal Naval Patrol Service Museum
Sparrow’s Nest
Wapload Road
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR32 1XG

T: 01502 586 250
E: hq@rnpsa.co.uk
W: www.rnpsa.co.uk/cms/

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