NHS staff are being urged in Armed Forces Week to help more ex-Forces patients transform their lives through employment support, following the success of three regional pilot projects. The Poppy …
100 years of community brought to life in new exhibition
Falklands-themed display is among new exhibits revealed at the Richmond-upon-Thames visitor centre on the 40th anniversary of the end of that conflict Stories from The Poppy Factory’s diverse ex-Forces community …
Paul recalls vivid experience of the Falklands conflict
Just two years after joining the Army, Paul Clayton boarded a ship destined for the Falkland Islands, part of the British Task Force sent to counter the Argentinian invasion. He …
Self-discovery drives Rob to help others
Welsh Guards veteran Rob Townsend served as a combat medic in Afghanistan, an experience that he found hard to move on from after returning home to his family in South …
Win tickets for Private Peaceful at Richmond Theatre
Ahead of Armed Forces Week in June, The Poppy Factory has partnered with Richmond Theatre to offer our supporters the chance to win two tickets to its new production of a classic wartime story …
The Richmond Society discovers “inspirational gem”
Richmond residents who share a passion for protecting local heritage were delighted to discover a piece of living history on their doorsteps. The group, members of The Richmond Society and …
Historic report will help bring Falklands legacy to life
On the 40th anniversary of the Falklands conflict, Lord Lee of Trafford donates a copy of the Franks Report on the war, signed by Margaret Thatcher, to The Poppy Factory. …
The Poppy Factory on Antiques Roadshow
The Poppy Factory is as valuable to the ex-Forces community today as it has been for 100 years – as highlighted in a feature this week on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow. …
Ex-forces employment support helps Daniel secure steady work in London
After serving for more than 10 years in the Parachute Regiment, Daniel found it hard to settle in civilian employment. With support from The Poppy Factory, he has gained a …
Trustee Julius Wolff-Ingham awarded OBE
Julius Wolff-Ingham, one of The Poppy Factory’s longest-serving Trustees, has been awarded an OBE for services to charitable fundraising. Julius joined our charity as a Trustee in 2014 and has …
London Veterans Partnership will strengthen support for capital’s ex-Forces community
London’s diverse ex-Forces community will be offered more connected support through a new partnership that unites organisations working with veterans who have mental health needs. Funded by The Armed Forces …
Sustainable energy gives Keith his second wind
Keith Watkinson enjoyed a successful Army career, serving in Bosnia, Kosovo, Northern Ireland, Afghanistan and Iraq. Then he had equal success running his own business, until addiction and PTSD took …