In Flanders Field

John McCrae wrote the poem 'In Flanders Fields' which inspired the use of the poppy as a symbol of Remembrance.

Gambling self-exclusion

Use our form to request that The Royal British Legion and Royal British Legion Poppy Lottery Ltd. exclude you from fundraising raffles and lotteries.

Beyond Poppy Appeal

Anna Guerin

When RBL chose to use the poppy as a symbol of Remembrance in 1921 it proved an immediate success, but the story of the woman behind its adoption is less well known.

Britain's oldest Poppy Appeal Collector

103-year-old World War Two veteran, Walter Randall, has been hailed as the country's oldest fundraiser for the Royal British Legion.

Amazon

Amazon has been a long-standing and valued partner of the Royal British Legion, providing vital support via a dedicated poppy shop, offering in-kind and supporting LPD to help us honour and assist the Armed Forces community.

ID UNLIMITED

Since 2012 ID UNLIMITED has raised over £99,500 through their partnership which provides professional sports clubs with heat pressed poppy patches and dual branded merchandise that professional clubs can sell in their club shops.

From supporting the Army's Covid response to the Poppy Appeal

Major Steve Little was given less than 24 hours to prepare when he was called up to support the Army’s COVID-19 response, leaving behind his family.

Pets at Home

Since 2018, pet owners across the UK have helped raise over £1.55 million for the Royal British Legion by purchasing poppy-themed pet products at Pets at Home. Together, we’re showing that small everyday choices, like treating your pet, can make a big difference for veterans and their families.

Cost of living crisis appeal

The Royal British Legion is committed to supporting serving and ex-serving personnel and their families when they need us.

Wearing a poppy shows you care

MPs recognise RBL’s impact in a rare debate

Members of Parliament held a dedicated debate recognising the contributions, work and history of RBL and Poppyscotland in their communities and nationally.

Rob Rinder launches London Poppy Day 

Barrister and broadcaster Rob Rinder and the Royal Marines abseil team went into action at Waterloo Station.

RBL Near You

From our area offices, to our high street Pop In centres, RBL is here to support the Armed Forces community across the UK.

The Armed Forces Covenant

The Royal British Legion and its sister charity, Poppyscotland, have launched an independent report reflecting on the impact of The Armed Forces Covenant.