Royal British Legion Poole Branch
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News & Events

Keep up with everything happening at the Poole Branch — from Remembrance parades and the Poppy Appeal to fundraising events and welfare news.

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Upcoming Events

Poole Military Tattoo — Salute to the Services
12 September 2026
Fundraising

Poole Military Tattoo — Salute to the Services

A spectacular evening of music, precision, and military pageantry at Poole Stadium. Featuring marching bands, pipes & drums, the Military Wives Choir (Bovington), and a family friendly atmosphere. In aid of the Royal British Legion and Lewis-Manning Hospice Care. Matinee 1pm · Sundowner 7pm. Early booking strongly advised — demand is expected to be high.

Poole Stadium, Wimborne Road, Poole, BH15 2BPMatinee 1pm / Sundowner 7pm
Book tickets at poolemilitarytattoo.com
Branch Pop-Up — Come and Meet Us
23 May 2026
Community

Branch Pop-Up — Come and Meet Us

Branch Chairman Tony Harvey organised a pop-up event at Wesley's Café at The Spire, High Street, Poole. A chance to chat with the team and local volunteers, find out about welfare and support, learn about the new building plans, and discover how to get involved with the Poppy Appeal and branch activities.

Wesley's Café @ The Spire, High Street, Poole, BH15 1DF10am – 1pm
VJ Day — Victory over Japan
15 August 2026
Remembrance

VJ Day — Victory over Japan

Marking the 81st anniversary of Victory over Japan Day. A moment to remember all those who served and sacrificed in the Far East campaign.

PooleTBC
24 October 2026
Fundraising

Poppy Appeal Launch

The official public launch of the 2026 Poppy Appeal at the Dolphin Centre, Poole. Come along and show your support — volunteers are always welcome.

Dolphin Centre, PooleAll day
8 November 2026
Remembrance

Remembrance Sunday Parade

The annual Remembrance Sunday parade and service of commemoration. All members are encouraged to attend in uniform.

Poole Park War Memorial10:30am
Calendar

Events Calendar

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Poppy Appeal 2026 — Volunteers Needed
Fundraising
15 August 2026

Poppy Appeal 2026 — Volunteers Needed

The 2026 Poppy Appeal is fast approaching and we need volunteers across Poole and Dorset. Whether you can spare an hour or a full day, your help makes a real difference to veterans and their families.

Branch Welfare Fund Supports 40+ Local Veterans
Welfare
3 August 2026

Branch Welfare Fund Supports 40+ Local Veterans

This year the Poole Branch welfare fund has already supported over 40 veterans and their families with financial assistance, housing advice, and mental health referrals. Read about the impact your membership makes.

New Members Welcome at July Meeting
Branch News
18 July 2026

New Members Welcome at July Meeting

July's general meeting welcomed six new members to the Poole Branch — the largest single intake this year. Branch Chairman Tony Harvey extended a warm welcome and outlined the range of activities and support available.

D-Day Commemoration Service Held in Poole
Remembrance
5 June 2026

D-Day Commemoration Service Held in Poole

Members of the Poole Branch joined hundreds of residents at a moving D-Day commemoration service on Poole Quay, marking 82 years since the Normandy landings.

Downloads & Notices

Branch Posters & Notices

Download or share our latest posters — from Poppy Appeal volunteering to community events and welfare notices.

Poppy Appeal 2026 — Volunteers Needed
Poppy Appeal

Poppy Appeal 2026 — Volunteers Needed

Help us support our Armed Forces community across Poole. Volunteers needed 24 Oct – 7 Nov 2026.

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Poppy Sellers Needed in All Areas of Poole
Poppy Appeal

Poppy Sellers Needed in All Areas of Poole

Help raise vital funds for veterans and their families. Flexible hours, friendly team.

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Sell Poppies — For Cadets, Scouts & Young People
Poppy Appeal

Sell Poppies — For Cadets, Scouts & Young People

Make a real difference. Gain confidence, teamwork skills, and volunteering experience.

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Poole Military Tattoo — 12 September 2026
Event

Poole Military Tattoo — 12 September 2026

A spectacular evening of music, precision, and military pageantry at Poole Stadium. Matinee 1pm & Sundowner 7pm.

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Pop Up Event — Dolphin Centre, 3 July 2026
Event

Pop Up Event — Dolphin Centre, 3 July 2026

Meet your local RBL Branch members at the Dolphin Centre, 10am–4pm. Poppy Appeal, merchandise and more.

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Having a Summer Fete? Invite Us Along
Community

Having a Summer Fete? Invite Us Along

We'd love to support your event — Poppy Appeal stall, information stand, games and activities.

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Poppy Pin Corner
Community

Poppy Pin Corner

Come and get a commemorative poppy badge you may have missed over the years. Available at Poole Branch pop-up events.

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Make a Poppy from a Drink Bottle
Community

Make a Poppy from a Drink Bottle

A fun craft activity for all ages — reuse, reduce, remember. Step-by-step instructions inside.

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Heat Warning — Please Stay Safe
Welfare

Heat Warning — Please Stay Safe

A community safety notice from RBL Poole Branch. Look out for each other during hot weather.

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Support the Royal British Legion in Poole
Community

Support the Royal British Legion in Poole

Donate, support, and get involved. Together we can make a difference in our community.

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Pop Up Event — Wesley's Café @ The Spire, 23 May 2026
Event

Pop Up Event — Wesley's Café @ The Spire, 23 May 2026

Come and meet us at Wesley's Café, The Spire, High Street, Poole. Chat with the team, find out about welfare support, new building plans, and how to get involved. 10am–1pm.

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Poppy Pin Corner — Come and Get a Badge You Have Missed
Remembrance

Poppy Pin Corner — Come and Get a Badge You Have Missed

Every poppy tells a story. Come and build your collection at Poole Branch pop-up events. Limited supply — don't miss out! Available badges include Falklands Conflict 40th Anniversary, Queen's Platinum Jubilee, VE75, and more.

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RBL Impact Infographic — Supporting Our Armed Forces Community
Community

RBL Impact Infographic — Supporting Our Armed Forces Community

Key facts and figures: £56.6m raised by the 2025 Poppy Appeal, 32 million poppies distributed, 180,000 RBL members, and key dates for 2026 including the Festival of Remembrance ballot and Annual Conference.

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Pop Up Event — Dolphin Centre, Friday 3rd July 2026
Event

Pop Up Event — Dolphin Centre, Friday 3rd July 2026

Come and meet us at the Dolphin Centre, Poole, 10am–4pm. Supporting our Veterans and the community, Poppy Appeal & merchandise, meet your local RBL Branch members, and find out how you can support your local branch. Also supporting the Poole Military Tattoo — Salute to the Services.

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Knit a Poppy Challenge — Support the Poppy Appeal 2026
Fundraising

Knit a Poppy Challenge — Support the Poppy Appeal 2026

Knit 20 poppies (or more!) to help raise vital funds for Veterans, their families and the Armed Forces community. Drop them off at The Spire, Poole. Step-by-step knitting instructions included.

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Primary Areas of Need That We Support
Welfare

Primary Areas of Need That We Support

The RBL supports the Armed Forces community across six key areas: Mental Health & Wellbeing, Housing & Accommodation, Financial Issues, Mobility & Independent Living, Employment Support, and Care Needs.

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We're Going to National Conference in Brighton
Event

We're Going to National Conference in Brighton

Poole Branch Royal British Legion. We're going to National Conference in Brighton, 8th–10th May 2026, to represent Poole Branch members. Your Voice. Your Branch. Our Representation. Shaping the future of the Royal British Legion together. Working for our members, our community, and all who served. We go to listen. We return to act. Thank you for your support — together, we make a difference. Proud to represent Poole Branch at National Conference in Brighton. Remembering the Past | Supporting Today | Shaping Tomorrow.

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Poppy Appeal Pin Badges — Armed Forces Week
Community

Poppy Appeal Pin Badges — Armed Forces Week

Royal British Legion Poole Branch Poppy Appeal. We have a limited number of very special pin badges available to support our Armed Forces — this Armed Forces Week, 22nd–26th June. Limited number available! Supporting those who serve, and those who have served. Thank you for supporting our Armed Forces. Royal British Legion Poole Branch Poppy Appeals.

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Don't Let The Legion Die — Join Poole Branch
Community

Don't Let The Legion Die — Join Poole Branch

Your local branch needs you. Join today and help keep the Legion alive. Events • Fundraising • Welfare • Comradeship. For generations, the Royal British Legion has supported veterans and their families. Without new members, branches will fade into history. Step forward. Get involved. Make a difference. Join Poole Branch — Royal British Legion. Together we remember. Together we support.

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20 Years of the UK Poppy Appeal — Poole Branch
Community

20 Years of the UK Poppy Appeal — Poole Branch

Supporting Veterans. Remembering Sacrifice. Thanks to your generosity, the Poppy Appeal has raised over £770 million over the past 20 years to support our Armed Forces community. Every Poppy Makes A Difference. 20 years of support totals: from £27m in 2006 rising to a record £56.6m in 2025 — our highest total yet. 32 million+ poppies distributed in 2025. Thousands of amazing volunteers across the UK. £56.6 million raised in 2025. Where your money goes: Housing Support 28% (£15.8m), Mental Health & Wellbeing 23% (£13.0m), Recovery & Independence 20% (£11.3m), Welfare & Financial Support 17% (£9.6m), Family & Youth Support 7% (£4.0m), Fundraising & Governance 5% (£2.9m). Figures based on 2024/25 expenditure. To find out more or make a donation visit rbl.org.uk. Registered Charity No. 219279.

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The History of the Royal British Legion Logo
Community

The History of the Royal British Legion Logo

A Symbol of Remembrance and Support Since 1921. Over the years, the Royal British Legion logo has evolved while always staying true to our purpose: to remember the fallen and support the Armed Forces community. 1921 — The Original: a simple laurel wreath and crown representing honour, victory and service. 1920s–1940s — A Stronger Identity: bolder and more defined, building recognition during times of war. 1940s–1970s — A Modern Look: cleaner, more modern design reflecting the Legion's wider peacetime role. 1970s–2014 — The Poppy Era: the red poppy became a key part of the logo, connecting the Legion's identity with the nation's collective memory. 2014–Present — A New Chapter: the stylised RBL logo, bold, confident and instantly recognisable. Today — Poole Branch: our branch proudly carries the national symbol into our local community. Remember the Fallen. Support the Living. Together we are stronger.

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RBL Strategy 2025–2035 — Poole Branch
Community

RBL Strategy 2025–2035 — Poole Branch

Our vision: Ensuring society speaks up for and supports the Armed Forces community. Our mission: The Royal British Legion supports the Armed Forces community and their loved ones, connecting a life of purpose. Three strategic pillars — Connect, Remember, Support. Our values: Stand Together, Be Respectful, Take Pride, Embrace Change. Long-term goals cover strengthening camaraderie, building supportive communities, celebrating our story, evolving remembrance, widening participation, responding to changing needs, introducing earlier interventions, modernising services, and active campaigning. Enablers: Our People, Our Assets, Our Capabilities. V1.0 May 2025.

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BCS Rep Wanted — Be the Voice. Make a Difference.
Community

BCS Rep Wanted — Be the Voice. Make a Difference.

Branch Community Support (BCS) is a volunteering service delivered by Royal British Legion members. The programme centres around providing one-to-one social support to those who are lonely, isolated and in need of companionship. A weekly phone call or face-to-face chat can be an amazing way to help someone know that there is a network of people who care about them. As BCS Rep you will: Represent Poole RBL at BCS meetings and events, share information between BCS and the Branch, support Branch initiatives and member engagement, and help keep the spirit of camaraderie and support strong. Your Branch. Your Community. Your Voice Matters. Interested? Please get in touch with the Branch Chairman: [email protected]

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Young Today. Supporting Tomorrow. Join RBL!
Community

Young Today. Supporting Tomorrow. Join RBL!

Free membership for under 18s. The Royal British Legion supports the Armed Forces Community — and that includes young people. Join us, get involved and help make a difference. How RBL can help youth organisations: Duke of Edinburgh Award Programme, fundraising, military knowledge, free educational resources. How youth organisations can help: raise funds for the Poppy Appeal, become Branch Standard Bearer, attend Remembrance services and parades. Interested? Contact [email protected]

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Stephen Ford's & HMS Ardent's Memorial
Remembrance

Stephen Ford's & HMS Ardent's Memorial

Commemorating the bravery of Stephen Ford, who served with honour during the Falklands Conflict (1982), and HMS Ardent and the gallant crew who served with honour. Join us to remember. Honour their legacy. Thursday 21st May 2026, 10:45am. The Viewpoint, Constitution Hill, Poole, BH14 0LQ. Remembering Courage. Honouring Sacrifice. Lest We Forget.

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RBL Key Statistics & Financial Overview 2024/25
Community

RBL Key Statistics & Financial Overview 2024/25

An extract of the audited financial statements of the Royal British Legion group and parent charity for the year ended 30th September 2025. Total income £168.5m, investment portfolio £207.5m, free reserves £105.7m. Grants totalling £9.7m made to 19,857 individuals. In 2025: Poppy Appeal raised £56.8m, 19,857 beneficiary households directly helped, 46 Second World War veterans attended the VE Day 80 event. Strategy to 2035: Connect, Remember and Support.

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Royal British Legion Poole Branch — Supporting Our Armed Forces Community
Community

Royal British Legion Poole Branch — Supporting Our Armed Forces Community

What we do: Support (practical, emotional and financial support to veterans and families), Camaraderie (bringing people together through friendship and shared experiences), Remembrance (honouring sacrifice and promoting Remembrance locally), Advocacy (standing up for the Armed Forces community), and Welfare (helping people access the support they are entitled to). Get involved — become a member, volunteer, donate or attend our events. Together we remember. Together we support. Contact: [email protected]

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Festival of Remembrance — The Royal Albert Hall
Remembrance

Festival of Remembrance — The Royal Albert Hall

The annual Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall. RBL Members only ballot — opens Wednesday 27th May, closes Wednesday 24th June. Don't miss your chance to attend this iconic national event of remembrance.

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RBL Dorset County — Supporting Our Armed Forces Community
Community

RBL Dorset County — Supporting Our Armed Forces Community

Every day. In every way. The Royal British Legion in Dorset is here for veterans, serving personnel and their families — today, tomorrow and for life. Support for Veterans, Wellbeing & Mental Health, Benefits & Advice, Community & Belonging, Remembrance, and Poppy Appeal. Call 0808 802 8080.

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A Century of Support. A Lifetime of Service.
Community

A Century of Support. A Lifetime of Service.

The Royal British Legion has been at the heart of supporting our Armed Forces community for over 100 years. From our founding in 1921 through two World Wars to today — 180,000+ members, 300,000+ people supported each year, 8,000+ calls to our support line, and millions provided in grants. Together, we remember. Together, we support.

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RBL Dorset County — Events 2026
Event

RBL Dorset County — Events 2026

Royal British Legion Dorset County events calendar for 2026. Includes D-Day Poole Quay (6 Jun), Weymouth AF Day Parade (21 Jun), Dorchester AF Day Flag-Raising (22 Jun), Southbourne AF Weekender (27–28 Jun), Blandford AF Expo (11 Jul), Poole Military Tattoo (12 Sep), and Bovington Tank Museum Charities Day (8 Jan). Volunteer helpers needed at several events.

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D-Day Remembrance — Poole, 6th June 2026
Remembrance

D-Day Remembrance — Poole, 6th June 2026

Join us at Poole Quay on 6th June 2026 at 11:00am (form up 10:50am) to remember the courage and sacrifice of those who fought on D-Day. Poole played a vital role — troops departed from Poole Harbour to Normandy. Lest We Forget.

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The Battle of the Somme — 110 Years Ago Today
Remembrance

The Battle of the Somme — 110 Years Ago Today

1st July 1916. We remember and honour the courage, sacrifice and dedication of all those who fought and fell. Lest We Forget. We will remember them.

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Wreath 2026 — Order Your Wreath Early
Remembrance

Wreath 2026 — Order Your Wreath Early

Poole Branch wreath catalogue for 2026. Seven wreath types available (FW0001–FW0011) from £15. Please place your orders early to beat the last minute rush. We will remember them.

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