RBL bands

There are over 50 incredible Royal British Legion bands around the country, ranging from full concert show bands to smaller youth marching bands.

Pat's story

Pat Owtram joined the WRNS at 18, listening to and translated enemy communications, while she and her sister feared for their father who was a prisoner of war.

Flight Lieutenant Trevor Edwards 

Volunteer at the National Memorial Arboretum

With 150 acres, over 300 memorials and an abundance of wildlife, there are a variety of volunteering roles at the National Memorial Arboretum. Learn more about the volunteering roles at the NMA, and find the application to apply on the Arboretum website.

Home

The Legion is here to help members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families. And we’re not going anywhere.

Lee Buss-Blaire, 17/21 Lancers

Lee jumped at the chance to serve in Bosnia. “They were short of Control Signallers so that's why they wrote to me seeking volunteers.”

Remembering the end of the Second World War

Remembering the end of the Second World War

Remembering Dunkirk and HMT Lancastria

2025 sees the 85th anniversary of the operations that saw hundreds of thousands of troops and other personnel evacuated from France. We remember the courage and sacrifices of Dunkirk and the HMT Lancastria.

Starting again after the military

Nicholas Bennion is from the Pacific Islands of the island of Fiji. He joined the British Army in 2000 leaving his home and moving 9,800 miles to the UK.

Memoirs from Churchill's Secret Army

Spies, Polish countesses and the legendary Colonel Buckmaster, Noreen Riols recalls her memories of the Secret Army.

Military Membership

If you're a serving member of the UK Armed Forces, regular or reserve you can register as a Military Member of RBL for free.

Euthymol

Euthymol have supported the RBL since 2023, running a dual branded toothpaste.

Marstons

Back for a second year — Marston’s limited-edition Poppy Pint glasses return this November. Last year the partnership raised over £90,000 for the Poppy Appeal, and this year Marston’s invite you to raise a glass once again in support of the Armed Forces community.

Matt Tomlinson

Dedicated to those who lost their lives while under his command, Matt’s tattoo on his back depicts the silhouette of a bugler from the Royal Marines.

Entertainment for troops

An essential part of maintaining morale was keeping troops entertained. Most units had a joker, and larger units would stage pantomimes.