NAUTICAL adventures are set to begin for a Navy recruit after he completed his training regime.

Trainee Air Engineering technician Adam Caine, 17, from Egremont, followed in the footsteps of his father Barry, a former sailor, by joining the Royal Navy.

The former St Benedict's School pupil has completed a ten-week course to introduce him to the service, learning skills that he will rely on throughout his time.

"I joined the Royal Navy to travel the world and have a reliable career. Training has been an emotional yet enjoyable time," said Adam.

"My highlights were the team-working activities and HMS Havoc, the sinking ship simulator, because it brought a sense of reality and taught us how to react to floods at sea and potentially save lives in the future. "

He arrived at the Royal Navy's training base in Cornwall - HMS Raleigh - in April. The course finished with a passing-out parade which was attended by friends and family.

Adam, who also studied at Lakes College, said: "Overall the last 10 weeks has had its ups and downs, but it's prepared me for the next step, which will hopefully lead me to a successful career in the Royal Navy."

He will now transfer to HMS Sultan in Hampshire where he will learn how to carry out scheduled maintenance as well as pre and post-flight servicing and inspections for the Fleet Air Arm's helicopters.

Navy recruits are taught the basics of Naval discipline and customs. They learn about navigation and are given the chance to take the helm of their own medium sized inflatable boat during a waterborne orienteering exercise.

New starters also undergo training in basic combat skills and follow disciplined methods of military fitness.

This focuses on developing co-ordination, individual physical strength and endurance.