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SUMMARY:**CANCELLED** - Stoke-on-Trent Military Tattoo 2020
DESCRIPTION:**CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS for 2020** \nThe spectacular Stoke-on-Trent Military Tattoo is back for its annual show this year on Saturday 2nd May 2020. \nRaising funds for ABF The Soldiers’ Charity\, the performance is a great family friendly evening and ceremonial showcase for the British Army\, featuring all its varied musical traditions\, with the Regulars\, Reserves and the Army Cadet Force all represented. \nSubject to confirmation\, the 2020 Tattoo will feature the Bands of The Mercian Regiment and Nottinghamshire Royal Engineers\, Pipes & Drums of the Scots Guards Association (Manchester)\, Grenadier Corps of Drums of Staffordshire ACF and the Bligny Band & Bugles of Shropshire ACF. \nThe first half of the programme will be in concert format.  After the interval there will be a Ceremony of Beating Retreat\, Massed Bands Grand Finale\, Sunset and Lone Piper\, with Standards of local Regimental and Veterans’ Associations. \nBefore the performance\, outside the King’s Hall\, there will be vehicles and stands from local Regular and Reserve Army Units.  This is an excellent opportunity for you to talk to the soldiers to discuss their activities\, experiences and take a closer look at the equipment on display! \nWhat time does the event start?\nDoors and bars are open from 17:30\, with access to the Army stands outside.  The Tattoo performance will start at 18:30. \nWhere can I buy tickets from?\nTickets can be purchased from Music Mania in the Piccadilly Arcade\, Hanley.  Please call them on 01782 206000 or you can purchase tickets online from their website: https://musicmaniauk.com/ \nVIP packages are also available to purchase by phoning 01952 674369. \nTo find out more about ABF The Soldiers’ Charity visit their website here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/stoke-on-trent-military-tattoo-2020/
LOCATION:King’s Hall\, Kingsway\, Stoke-on-Trent\, ST4 1JH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Meet the Marines - Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Marines Reserve Birmingham detachment will be hosting a “Meet The Marines” day on the first Tuesday of every month. \nSo 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. \nIf 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. \nFor more information and to book visit their Facebook event page here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/meet-the-marines-birmingham-4/
LOCATION:HMS Forward\, Birmingham
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SUMMARY:Veterans: are you thinking of starting a business?
DESCRIPTION:NatWest and West Midland RFCA would like to invite veterans to virtually attend the Natwest accelerator hub and explore if your next career move might be that of running your own business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis free webinar will include a talk from veteran John Loveday of Toppa App and Glider Yachts. \nToppa is a business learning app that enables aspiring business learners and employees to learn from proven entrepreneurs and leaders from around the world.  Glider Yachts builds and manufactures bespoke yachts in Southampton and has recently been quoted as the 17th fastest growing company in the UK. \nJohn served for 7 years in HM Forces and can give a valuable insight to how he transferred his experience and skills into running a business. \nThe team at the NatWest accelerator will run a session on – How to start a business\, Business Model Canvas and Lean.  This event will arm you with the skills to plan\, start and run an efficient business and put you in the best possible position to start getting your business out to the market place. \nYou will get an insight into NatWest‘s free digital course called “Business Builder”. \nNatwest’s Business Builder programme has been tailored to early stage start-up entrepreneurs.  It’s an amazing journey that is fully funded for only entrepreneurs that want to grow.  You don’t even have to be a NatWest customer! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo find out more and register your interest please visit the EventBrite link below: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/thinking-of-starting-a-business-tickets-99536303764
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/veterans-are-you-thinking-of-starting-a-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200529T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Armed Forces Covenant
DESCRIPTION:WM RFCA will be delivering an ‘Introduction to the Armed Forces Covenant’ online presentation on Friday 29th May at 12pm\, in partnership with the Asian Business Chamber of Commerce. This is a great opportunity for people new to the Armed Forces Covenant to find out more. Guest speakers will include Major Naveed Muhammad MBE and Warrant Officer Ashok Kumar Chauhan MBE. \nTo register a place at this event\, please visit the event webpage here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/introduction-to-the-armed-forces-covenant/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:Royal British Legion Poppy Ride 2020
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Poppy Ride for the Royal British Legion will start and finish at the Battle Back Centre in Lilleshall\, Shropshire. \nThere are three distances you can choose to cycle; 35km\, 70km or 136km. \nThe three distance options all wind through the picturesque countryside and provide an opportunity for first time riders and sportive enthusiasts to ride alongside veteran. It really is a ride not to be missed. \nThe Battle Back Centre is a specialist recovery facility that supports wounded\, injured and sick service personnel to either return to active duty or make a smooth transition to life outside of the Armed Forces. \nYou can find out more about the event on their webpage here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/royal-british-legion-poppy-ride-2020/
LOCATION:Battle Back Centre\, Lilleshall
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