Published: Monday, 2nd March 2026
Residents and visitors have a rare chance to step aboard a Royal Navy vessel when HMS Trumpeter arrives in King’s Lynn this weekend.
The Archer‑class patrol vessel will be moored in the town for several days, with limited public visiting hours available on Saturday.
HMS Trumpeter is part of the Coastal Forces Squadron (East), based in Newcastle. Designed for coastal operations, the vessel supports policing missions, maritime security, and inshore patrol duties.
The Mayor of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk, Cllr Andy Bullen, who will visit the ship on Saturday and host a reception for the crew in the Mayor’s Parlour in the evening, said:
“It’s been six years since we last welcomed a Royal Navy vessel to King’s Lynn, and I am delighted that HMS Trumpeter and her crew will be visiting our town.
“The crew are kindly opening the vessel to local cadets and to the public, and pupils from Greyfriars School will also enjoy a tour.”
On Friday 6 March, pupils from Greyfriars School will take part in naval‑themed activities at Marriotts Warehouse, followed by an onboard visit for some of the group.
Public visiting times
Saturday 7 March
- 10am–12 noon
- 1pm–2pm
Visits will take place in small groups and capacity is limited.
The crew will stand down on Sunday 8 March.
HMS Trumpeter is scheduled to depart King’s Lynn in the morning on Monday 9 March.