The HMS Chiddingfold, or 'Cheery Chid' as she is colloquially known in the Royal Navy, is one of the smallest ships currently in service.

The Hunt Class Mine-Hunter was built by Vosper Thornycroft and launched in October 1983 by Lady Anne Kennon. She formally entered service with the Royal Navy in October 1984.

Anyone wishing to know more about this colourful ship and her duties both home and abroad should go to the Royal Navy website at www.royalnavy.mod.uk/server/show/nav.1993.