London Poppy Day

London Poppy Day is the flagship fundraising event for the Royal British Legion’s annual Poppy Appeal and will take place on 30th October 2025.

This one-day street collection is a unique volunteering opportunity where you can collect donations alongside over 1,000 currently serving personnel from the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force.

Collections take place from 7am to 7pm at 70 mainline and underground stations across London, as well as corporate offices across the city.

What to expect:

Volunteers need to be available for at least two hours
Full-day volunteering roles are also available
Full-day volunteers are provided with food vouchers, a free 3-day National Rail travel pass (valid 29th-31st October) and free travel on the TfL network on 30th October

Volunteers have been at the heart of the Poppy Appeal for over 100 years, and by supporting us on London Poppy Day you’ll help make a real impact on the lives of veterans and their families

Partner with us

London Poppy Day is supported by numerous organisations through activities such as corporate walks, team volunteering, and gifts in kind, including entertainment and food vouchers for volunteers.

By partnering with us, you’ll join a large and passionate community of supporters, volunteers, and members who will have the opportunity to get to know your business.  

Additionally, you’ll be associated with a highly visible and trusted charity brand that resonates significantly with the public.

London Poppy Day Collector

As a London Poppy Day Collector, you’ll love meeting people and hearing their stories, are comfortable handling money, and are passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution. 

You'll be available for a minimum of two hours, and can volunteer by yourself or with a friend, work, or community group.

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London Commander

Station or Sector Commanders are critical leadership positions on London Poppy Day.

These roles are ideal if you want to develop skills and experience in leading a team, are comfortable handling money, and are excited to be involved with high-profile community fundraising.

You will be involved with your London Poppy Day teams on a regular basis throughout the year, with more time required leading up to London Poppy Day.

Learn more:

London Poppy Day Sector Commander

London Poppy Day Station Commander

About the Royal British Legion

The Royal British Legion is the UK’s largest charity dedicated to supporting the needs of the Armed Forces community, past and present and their families.

We provide lifelong support to serving and ex-serving personnel, starting after one day of service and continuing through life. This includes:

Financial support, grants and debt advice to help veterans and their families manage financial challenges and access benefits they are entitled to

Specialist support for wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans through adaptive sport and outdoor activities at our Battle Back Centre

Six care homes for the Armed Forces community, including five that provide specialist dementia care

Alongside advice and support services, we champion the interests of serving and ex-serving personnel and campaign on key issues to help improve their lives and make their voices heard.

Every year we lead the nation in commemorating and honouring those who have served and sacrificed, distributing our paper poppies to raise vital funds to help today's Armed Forces community through our annual Poppy Appeal.