Women in Business event
2019-10-25 12:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London)
Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce will be hosting one of their Women in Business events on 25th October, featuring a guest speaker from the Royal Navy.
Timings TBC – more details can be found on their website here.

Silver Employer Recognition Scheme Awards
2019-10-31
West Midland RFCA will be holding its Silver Employer Recognition Scheme Awards ceremony again at the National Memorial Arboretum.
Attendance at the event will be by invitation only, but we do hold a a memorial service at the Armed Forces Memorial after our luncheon which anyone is welcome to join. We will confirm details of times closer to the event.

Palmer's Cafe Armed Forces Outreach Event - Shropshire
2019-11-04 10:00 - 13:00, 2019-11-18 10:00 - 13:00, 2019-12-02 10:00 - 13:00, 2019-12-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Palmer’s Cafe
Shropshire Council are running a series of Outreach events for military personnel, veterans and their families.
The relaxed and friendly sessions are supported by local charities including the Royal British Legion, SSAFA, Combat Stress, Walking with the Wounded, Veterans UK and Blind Veterans UK, as well as a number of local organisations and businesses.
On the first and third Monday of each month these will be held at Palmer’s Cafe (the old Baptist Church), Claremont Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QG – from 10am to 1pm.
More details can be found on their website here.

Birmingham Poppy Day
2019-11-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Birmingham city centre
Birmingham city centre will mark the launch of this year’s Poppy Appeal with a special Poppy Day on the 5th November.
Volunteers including members of the Royal British Legion, veterans, service personnel, businesses and members of the public will be out in and around the city centre to raise funds for towards the appeal.
You can find out more about the day here.

Stoke City Football Club and Landau Ltd Business Networking Event
2019-11-06 13:00 - 17:00
Stoke City Football Club are hosting a special event with Landau Ltd to raise awareness of the Armed Forces, provide guests with an insight into the Armed Forces Covenant and Employer Recognition Scheme and provide an ideal business networking opportunity.
Members of our Employer Engagement team and representatives from the Armed Forces will be in attendance to meet with guests and provide information to any interested organisations who would like to find out more about how partnering with Defence can benefit their business.
An invitation only event – please contact a member of our Employer Engagement team on 0121 274 2227 or 0121 274 2228 if you are interested in finding out about similar events, or would like to find out more.
Timings TBC.

Shropshire Army Cadet Force Information Event - Oswestry
2019-11-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Festival Square, Oswestry
Shropshire Army Cadet Force are hosting a recruitment and information event for members of the public to find out more about joining the cadets.
There’s also the chance to find out more about volunteering opportunities on offer as an Adult Volunteer. They will be supported by D Squadron of The Royal Yeomanry and the Army Careers Office who will be on hand to showcase the fantastic roles available with the Army Reserve and Regular Army.
Pop along and see them in Festival Square in Oswestry and see if this could be your next adventure!

National Memorial Arboretum - Remembrance Sunday
2019-11-10 10:00 - 11:30 | National Memorial Arboretum, Croxall Road, Alrewas, Burton-on-Trent, DE13 7AR
The National Memorial Arboretum will be holding it’s annual outdoor Remembrance Sunday Service at the base of the Armed Forces Memorial.
More information about the event can be found here.

Remembrance Sunday Services
2019-11-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Various
There will be a number of Remembrance Services taking place across the region to mark Remembrance Sunday. Services will be taking place in:

Birmingham
Coventry
Dudley
Shirley
Solihull
Stourbridge
Walsall
Wolverhampton

You can find out more information about these events via each council’s website.

Remembrance Sunday
2019-11-10 11:00 - 12:30
At 11am the nation will commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women involved in the two World Wars and later conflicts, as well as those from other countries who have served and sacrificed their lives.

Employer Engagement Event with 214 Battery Royal Artillery
2019-11-18 08:00 - 22:30
Members of our Employer Engagement team will be hosting a joint event with 214 Battery, part of 104 Regiment Royal Artillery, at their Army Reserve Centre in Worcester to inform businesses, organisations and community leaders about the benefits of supporting the Armed Forces community.
An excellent chance to find out more about the Armed Forces Covenant and Employer Recognition Scheme, network with other employers and meet your local Army Reserve unit!
To find out more about the event or how to attend, please contact our Employer Engagement team on 0121 274 2227 or 0121 274 2228.
Timings TBC.

Autumn Briefing
2019-11-20
West Midland RFCA will be holding it’s second Autumn Briefing at the Army Reserve Centre in Worcester. This will be an evening event, with times to be confirmed.
We will be showcasing the local Reserve and Cadet units within our region.
Attendance must be confirmed in advance, so if you are interested in attending please contact the Head of Communications, Jacqui Taylor, on wm-comms@rfca.mod.uk or 0121 274 2229.

Diwali Networking Event
2019-11-20 18:00 - 21:30
Members of our Association will be in attendance at the Asian Business Chambers of Commerce’s Diwali networking event to meet with new contacts, develop existing connections and celebrate the Festival of Lights.
To find out more about the event and how to attend please visit their website here.

Birmingham International Tattoo 2019
2019-11-23 18:00 - 2019-11-24 18:00 | Arena Birmingham
Birmingham International Tattoo, with over 1,200 performers, is returning to Arena Birmingham bringing together marching bands, exciting displays and culminating in the spectacular Grand Finale featuring all the performers in a spectacle of pomp and pageantry.
Led by the world-famous Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines, international marching bands from France, Poland and the Netherlands will join our own British bands in a three-hour spectacle for all the family.
Joining for the first time from the USA, will be the Kilgore College Rangerettes from Texas, who are the world’s best-known collegiate drill team. Also sharing the arena with the musicians during the three-hour family event will be a range of spectacular displays including Royal Air Force Cosford Queen’s Colour, the RNRMC Field Gun Competition, the United Kingdom Disco Display Team, guest vocal soloists and the Parade of Massed Standards.
More details can be found here.

Asian Business Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner & Awards
2019-12-07 18:00 - 23:30
Members of our Association and Armed Forces representatives are delighted to be present at the Asian Business Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner & Awards event for a further year. An excellent opportunity to celebrate the remarkable achievements of businesses across Greater Birmingham.
Find out more about the Awards event via their website here.

Northfield Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast
2019-12-14 09:30 - 11:30, 2020-01-11 09:30 - 11:30 | The Black Horse, Northfield Birmingham
A new Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club has started in Northfield in Birmingham.
The club is open to serving personnel, both Regular and Reserve, and veterans across the three services – pop along and join them!
The breakfast club will run on the second Saturday of each month. Please contact Captain Alan O’Brien on 07817425519 or email obrienA946@gmail.com for further details.

Meet the Marines
2020-01-07 19:30 - 21:00 | HMS Forward, Birmingham
Looking for that extra challenge in your life? Want to put your fitness to the test?
The Royal Marines Reserve Birmingham are holding their next “Meet The Marines” event at their detachment in Birmingham on 7th January. As a Royal Marines Reservist you’ll have the opportunity to complete the rigorous Commando Course – the same assessment undertaken by everyone who wears the coveted green beret.
Tuesday, 7 January 2020 from 19:30-21:00.
The events will also take place on the first Tuesday of every month. Come along and see the excellent facilities on offer to you as a potential Royal Marines Reservist. It is also a great way to meet serving reservists and also those who are currently undergoing training.
If you are interested in joining the RMR this is a great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have and to make your first step to achieving the coveted Green Beret.
For more information call them on 0151 707 3346 or Text “MARINE” to 82228.

Stafford Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club
2020-01-18 09:00 - 11:30 | Stafford Rangers Sports & Social Club, ST16 3UF
The Stafford Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club meet every Saturday for breakfast. As a group of veterans and serving members of the Armed Forces, their ethos is mutual support and they aim to welcome personnel from all three services to join them for breakfast and light banter.
You can join them from 09:00 to 11:30 at:
Stafford Rangers Sports and Social Club
Astonfields Road
Astonfields Industrial Estate
Stafford
ST16 3UF
Please contact them via Tel: 01785 602430 or email – staffordafvbc@gmail.com or further details.

Palmer’s Cafe Armed Forces Outreach Event – Shropshire
2020-01-20 10:00 - 13:30 | Palmer’s Cafe

Royal Naval Reserve Experience – HMS Forward, Birmingham
2020-02-04 19:00 - 21:00 | HMS Forward, Birmingham
Want to keep fit, make new friends and gain new skills in your spare time? Get a taste of life as a Royal Navy Reservist at a free Royal Naval Reserve Experience on 4th February 2020. Spaces are limited, so make sure you register your interest in plenty of time.
As well as learning about the different branches and specialisms of the Royal Naval Reserve, you’ll get the chance to:
Get an extensive tour of the unit

Get an extensive tour of the unit
Handle the latest operational weapons
Discover more about the Royal Naval Reserve during a presentation led by the unit

There will be the opportunity to mingle with serving reservists and get your questions answered.
To find out more about the Royal Naval Reserve, visit: www.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers/royal-naval-reserves
To book your tickets for the event please apply via their Facebook event link here.

Meet the Marines - Birmingham
2020-02-04 19:30 - 21:00, 2020-03-03 19:30 - 21:00 | HMS Forward, Birmingham
Royal Marines Reserve Birmingham will be hosting a “Meet The Marines” day on the first Tuesday of every month.
So come along and see the excellent facilities on offer to you as a potential Royal Marines Reservist. It is also a great way to meet serving reservists and also those who are currently undergoing training.
If you are interested in joining the RMR this is a great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have and to make your first step to achieving the coveted Green Beret.
For more information and to book visit their Facebook event page here.

Sporting Chance Birmingham
2020-03-03 11:30 - 13:30, 2020-03-10 11:30 - 13:30, 2020-03-17 11:30 - 13:30 | Aston Villa Football Club
Sporting Chance are holding weekly sports and social activities for ex-servicemen in Birmingham.
The sessions will take place at Aston Villa Football Club on Tuesdays from 11:30 – 13:30, offering a wide range of sporting activities including personalised gym training and group sports. Attendees of all fitness levels are welcome to attend these friendly sessions where you will have the opportunity to improve your health and well-being and meet new people.
The project is a partnership between Volunteering Matters and The Royal British Legion, with the fitness sessions delivered in partnership with the Aston Villa Foundation.
Please call on 07823 413261 or 0121 678 8821 if you would like further information.

Celebrate the Roaring West Midlands for International Women's Day
2020-03-04 09:30 - 16:00 | The Custard Factory, Birmingham
Join West Midlands Women’s Voice for a day of inspirational discussions, artistic performance and thought-provoking panel debates.

From the 1920’s to the 2020’s West Midlands Women’s Voice celebrate the women and men shaping our region. They invite you to join us for a day of inspirational discussions, artistic performance and thought-provoking panel debates.

Running from 09:30 to 16:00, the day will be split into 3 parts in order to appreciate the diversity and breadth of women’s experience, covering inspirational voices from the world of sport, arts, business and culture. We encourage attendees to join us for all or part of the day, with attendance to women and men free of charge all day.
From 13:45 – 14:30 there will be the opportunity to hear from the Youth Panel, which will be made up of members of the Armed Forces and the Combined Authority. Discussions will be around the issues facing future leaders of our region.

** CANCELLED** Uniformed Services Awareness Day
2020-03-08 13:00 - 16:00 | HMS Forward, Birmingham
Edit: ** CANCELLATION NOTICE – 28/02/20 Please note due to unforeseen circumstances this event is now cancelled **

This Uniformed Services Awareness event has been designed to highlight the range of excellent and diverse career opportunities in your Uniformed Services. The event will bring together members of your Armed Forces – Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force and your local Emergency Services –Police, Fire and Ambulance.
The afternoon will provide interesting and life changing career information for your future and will include presentations, workshops and practical activities as well as the opportunity to speak with Service personnel and find out what life is like in the different Uniformed Services.
Don’t miss out – places are limited to this FREE event. So, take control of your future and register your place today.
Kick start your future and join them on Sunday 8th March!
Young people aged between 15 – 30 years are welcome to attend (please note: young people under 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult).
More details about the event and how to register to attend can be found on the event link here.
