The Reverend Ian Pethwick gave a most assertive address, the bugler played hauntingly, standards were lowered slowly and all present stood in solemn silence

It is with great sadness we note the passing of RMA Poole Branch member Mr Donald Bickerton on 10 June 2026. Donald Bickerton was born in Devonport Plymouth. At a young age the family moved to Torpoint where Don grew up. Leaving school Don spent his early years helping his father in his jewellers shop. However, secretly yearning for adventure, at 17 and a half Don received his travel warrant for joining the Corps, which came as a complete surprise to his parents! Don's early

RMA Poole Branch was out again over the weekend of 27/28 June collecting for Armed Forces Weekend. This time the venue was Fishermans Walk in Southborne (Near Bournemouth). The event was combined with an annual Food & Dance festival called “Shake & Stir” so there was a great atmosphere with local residents and holiday makers enjoying the sunshine. A veterans March through the Southborne High street kicked off the weekend and was led by the band of the Royal British Legion. Mu

Join us for the Armed Forces Expo at the Corn Exchange on Saturday, July 11, 2026!

Following the success of our Armed Forces Day event in 2025 we tried something a bit different this year. RMA Poole & District Branch deployed to Weymouth for the weekend to take part in their Armed Forces Weekend. A bit of logistical planning was needed to get our team and equipment down to the seafront and set up before the holiday makers swarmed onto the Esplanade. Unwittingly we nudged the RNLI gazebo to one side and set up next to the main stage which ensured we had the

Shake & Stir - Armed Forces Weekend Southborne, are you available to support this event? Armed Forces Day Parade Saturday 27th July, Steps off at 10:30. Muster point is the junction of Southbourne Rd, & Stourwood Rd, Bournemouth BH6 3QL What 3 Words https://what3words.com/glee.misty.fortunate

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Another great Veterans seminar was enjoyed on Friday the 12 June 2026 at the RNLI in Poole. The RMA had a table which included guests from across the spectrum of Royal Marines service. RMA Poole & District Branch members; Robert (Dinger) Bell, David Knight, Ted Ennis and guest John were there. Serving Royal Marines Officer Ryan McCormick brought mum and dad George and Linda and long-time RMA supporter Kenneth Grant and RM veteran guest John completed the line-up. For the thir

In the searing heat of a May morning, eight intrepid warriors – and Commando Teddy – from RMA Poole set forth from Dorset bound for the “Bootnecks” Holy Grail – the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines (CTCRM) Following an impressive fund raising in 2025 by members of RMA Poole Branch, £7648 was raised for the Royal Marines Charity. In recognition of this effort, The Charity invited the Branch to CTCRM to make a formal cheque presentation as part of a King Squad and reuni

For More information and how to enter, visit. Get ready for one of the most anticipated events in the Royal Navy Rugby Union calendar! The RNRU Beach Rugby Festival is back and will take place on the golden sands of Weymouth Beach on Wednesday, 15 July 2026. This vibrant festival marks the grand finale of the community rugby season and promises a day full of energy, camaraderie, and thrilling beach rugby action. Festival Format: Men’s and Women’s Competitions. The festival

Hello to all RMA Poole & District Branch members and followers, it has been some time since I reached out to you and I sincerely hope you are all as well as can be and enjoying being part of our great Branch. Below is an invitation to an event. For the third year running Poole based veterans will be hosting an exclusive seminar with guest speakers providing first-hand accounts of operations during the South Atlantic Falklands campaign, as well as analysis of events affecting

Director of Music Captain Trevor Naughton RM met with Branch members before the concert for a photo call and was pleased to provide a preview of the music programme and also to learn more about our Branch and the nature of Poole as a hub for serving Royal Marines and veterans.

As Christmas approaches, it brings a special opportunity to pause and reflect on the year gone by. Christmas is a time filled with warmth, joy, and connection. It is the perfect moment to extend our heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all our members and friends who have been part of our journey this year. This season reminds us of the power of association and shared commitment. The Spirit of Christmas Christmas is more than just a date on the calendar. It symbolises hop

Helen, Danny's Daughter. 'Throwing Dad into Poole Harbour' her words.