Falklands War Tribute of 255 Giant Figures Unveiled at Nothe Fort Thursday, October 23, 2025 falklands war tribute standingwithgiants nothefort artinstallation remembrance veterans dorset military This November, visitors to Dorset’s iconic Nothe Fort in Weymouth will encounter a moving tribute to the lives lost during the 1982 Falklands War: a dramatic installation of 255 life-sized silhouetted figures. Created by … Read More
Tank Museum Honors Service Families with Free Wellbeing Event Thursday, October 23, 2025 tankmuseum wellbeing veterans armedforces mentalhealth community creativearts support dorset ontrack Service members and their families recently gathered at The Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset, for a free community wellbeing event designed to offer support, solidarity, and opportunities for creative expression. The annual … Read More
Veterans Transform Overgrown Woodland into Thriving Orchard at Dunster Tuesday, October 21, 2025 veterans orchard somerset community nationaltrust dunster trees restoration wellbeing outdoors An overlooked patch of woodland in Somerset is being transformed into a blossoming community orchard, thanks to the dedication of military veterans and their families. This inspiring initiative, known as ‘Project Orchard’, is … Read More
Veterans' Voices to Resonate at Somerset Remembrance Event in Wells Cathedral Sunday, October 12, 2025 remembrance somerset veterans wellscathedral wwii tribute music legacy community history Wells Cathedral will reverberate with stirring music and poignant memories as Somerset comes together to commemorate over 80 years since the close of the Second World War. The Somerset Festival of Remembrance 2025, organised … Read More
Veterans' Voices Resonate in Somerset's Remembrance at Wells Cathedral Sunday, October 12, 2025 wartime remembrance somerset veterans wellscathedral tribute music history commemoration legacy Wells Cathedral will come alive with music and memories on November 1 as Somerset marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a touching Festival of Remembrance. This significant event, organized by the … Read More
Giant Poppy Memorial Honouring 1.1 Million Fallen Soldiers to Find Permanent Home in Somerset Tuesday, September 2, 2025 poppy memorial somerset wwi remembrance fundraising veterans warmemorial community pavilion A remarkable poppy-shaped memorial dedicated to 1,117,635 British and Commonwealth servicemen who lost their lives during the First World War is preparing for a permanent site in Somerset. The Poppy of Honour, designed by … Read More