Maiwand 2024

Maiwand 2024

From the Association Chairman I had the privilege to be asked to take the salute at Brock Barracks on Sunday. Of course I had to nip into Forbury Gardens to pay my respects to the Maiwand Lion and Col Galbraith’s men of the 66th, who made the ultimate sacrifice in 1880. An excellent event organised by Peter Richens and the organising committee. Special thanks must go to: The Band The Sea Cadets carrying Standards (& others) The ACF Platoon Last, but not least the Old Comrades who attended I was particularly pleased to see many faces from my past &…
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The Hungerford Reunion 2025

The Hungerford Reunion 2025

Friday 6 June 2025 - Sunday 8 June 2025 The Farmers Boys Reunion 2025 will take place once again in Hungerford so please diary note it now. Meetings at the RBL Club on Saturday night and Warm Up in The Hungerford Club in the Friday night - both subject to confirmation at this stage. Casual drinking in a variety of local watering holes from Friday lunchtime and dress is casual throughout. There are lots of other quality non-alcohol related activities available in and near Town including the narrowboat ride that is fun. Accommodation is plentiful at present but book early…
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FEROZESHAH COMMEMORATION SERVICE 2024

FEROZESHAH COMMEMORATION SERVICE 2024

St James’ Church, Church Walk Devizes SN10 3AA The Commemoration of the Battle of Ferozeshah will be held in Devizes on the 1st of December 2024.Meet at The Wyvern Club, 51a Church Walk SN10 3AA from 1030hrsChurch Service at St James’ Church 1200hrs.A Curry Lunch will be available at the Wyvern Club after the service.Please indicate on your return if curry is not acceptable. An alternative of chicken fricassee or a Ham or Tuna filled roll will be available only if requested (please state which). Any special dietary requirements should also be mentioned. Please be specific to avoid any embarrassment.…
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Reading Branch Maiwand Gathering & Reunion

Reading Branch Maiwand Gathering & Reunion

SUNDAY 14th July 2024. Memorial Service at the Cenotaph March Past Two Course Hot Lunch Cash Bar in the Dragon Club Static Displays by 7 Rifles Musical Event Most of all come along and meet up with your old comrades and friends. Programme of Events and Timings 0900 hrs – Gates open at Brock Barracks. 0915 hrs – Reception opens in Dragon Club/Sword Bar.                1030 hrs – Standard Bearers Form-up and briefing by Parade Marshall. 1100 hrs – Cenotaph Service Starts. 1140 hrs (Approx)  – Form up for March Past and March on. 1200 hrs to 1600hrs  – Cash…
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