Ready now, anytime, anywhere.
A unique force of trained, committed, highly-valued part-time specialists.
Made up of two vital forces - the Royal Naval Reserve and the Royal Marines Reserve - our reservists stand alongside our regulars every day, getting involved in everything from conflict to counter-terrorism and anti-piracy work.
Having highly-skilled, combat-ready Maritime Reserves that we can call on in times of stress or crisis gives the UK security and peace of mind.
Reservists aren’t on our payroll full-time, so we have the flexibility to bring in people power to protect and serve when we need it, while being as efficient as possible with taxpayers’ money.
It takes someone special to join the Maritime Reserve, that spark ignites in people from all walks of life - and every kind of trade.
They’re ordinary people, doing something truly extraordinary: balancing civilian life with serving their country.
Doctors, call centre managers, students, receptionists, factory workers, full-time parents - the list goes on.
This team of 3,000 comes together from all backgrounds to provide essential trained personnel with unique skills, for use anytime, anywhere and in times of tension, crisis or conflict.
The toughest reserve force in the world? Quite possibly. They complete the same Commando Course as regular Royal Marines.
Whether they’re honing their skills on exercise or representing the Royal Navy out in the community, the Royal Marines Reserve is a force to be reckoned with.
