HMS Wexham (M2738)

HMS Wexham (pennant number M2738) was a Ham-class minesweeper of the Royal Navy. These vessels were designed for inshore sweeping duties and were built in the 1950s. The "Ham" class were recognizable by their distinctive hulls built of wood to reduce their magnetic signature, a crucial feature for effective minesweeping. This construction material made them resistant to magnetic mines, which were a significant threat during and after World War II.

Wexham was one of many ships in its class intended to keep coastal waters and important shipping lanes clear of mines. Details of HMS Wexham's specific operational history are somewhat scarce in readily available public records, a common occurrence for smaller vessels within larger naval fleets. However, it can be reasonably inferred that its service would have included participation in routine patrols, exercises, and potentially mine clearance operations in UK and surrounding waters during its active service life.

The Ham-class minesweepers, including HMS Wexham, were eventually phased out of service as more modern mine countermeasures vessels were introduced. While the exact fate of HMS Wexham is difficult to confirm without accessing specific naval archives, ships of this class were generally sold for scrap, converted to civilian use, or, in some cases, used as training hulks.