The Association was formed in 1920 with the principal objective of recovering retired pay that was withheld from naval officers who had been recalled to service in the 1914-1918 War. The Association was re-constituted in 1925 and has evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of the members. Today ARNO has over 8,000 members.

The Objectives of ARNO today:

• To provide a means for officers to keep in contact and mutually support each other.
• To offer members a range of activities, benefits and services which result in savings which comfortably outstrip the amount of the annual subscription.
• To help and advise members, their wives, widows and dependents who are in need or distress of any kind.

The Association is administered by a Council which comprises serving and retired officers from all arms of the Royal Naval Service.

On-line membership application is now available

Please check eligibility for membership before submitting an application and don't forget to send a completed Direct Debit Mandate by post as soon as possible after submitting your application. Annual Subscription £20.00.

Updates to News/Events

Sea Psalm: the sinking of HMS Duchess 12th Dec 1939

Members discount at Charles Tyrwhitt, Jermyn Street

Article on ARNO New Zealand Holiday 2008'Forces Reunited' Television programme recording 4th - 8th January 2010