Two hundred and sixty members, friends and families gave a very warm welcome to Lord Mayor Cllr. Michael Fox, Vice Admiral Andrew Mathews KCB RN and lady Mathews at our Annual Dinner & Dance held in the Warrant Officer & Senior Rates Mess HMS Drake.
Sea Cadets from Plymouth Drake 'TS Golden Hind' created a ceremonial ambience to initial
proceedings, further enhancing the close relationship that exists between Branch and Unit.
Branch Chairman, Des. McCarthy, in his welcome address conveyed members' appreciation to Mess President, Warrant Officer Chris. Isaac, in allowing the Branch to meet regularly in the Mess, and expressed pleasure in having serving personnel from HMS Raleigh, Flag Officer Sea Training, Royal Logistics Corp and representatives from the Royal Marines Association in attendance. Vice Admiral Sir Andrew Mathews was delighted to present an Association 'Certificate of Appreciation to member June Shaw in recognition of her outstanding service to the Branch over a period of ten years.
An exceptional five course silver service dinner provided by Annette Hooper MBE and staff, dancing to 'Retro', and the hospitality of the Mess made for a memorable evening.
