The Royal British Legion - Bishop's Stortford Branch

12/06/2026

11/06/2026

We are again looking forward to Carnival Day!
We will be taking part in the parade and will then have a stall in the afternoon on Sworders Field.
Come and see us and say hello!

09/06/2026

The Iraq War – Operation TELIC – 15TH Anniversary

Men and women of our Armed Forces joined the US led Coalition in the invasion of Iraq in March 2002.The last British personnel departed on 22nd May 2011 and Operation TELIC was finally at an end

Tragically 179 British Armed Forces Personnel lost their lives. Thousands more were wounded, many with life-changing physical injuries while others experienced emotional or mental ill health

A short commemoration was held at Bishop’s Stortford War Memorial at 11am on Sunday 24th May 2026 to remember the 15th Anniversary of the end of the Iraq War and honour the extraordinary service and sacrifice of the British Armed Forces involved.

This was led by Bishop’s Stortford RBL Branch President John B Robinson. Those in attendance included Veterans, Branch Committee Members and the Town Mayor Cllr Martin Adams. The Branch Standard was carried by Zoe Maidment and Army Veteran Mark Thornewill laid a wreath.

Photo courtesy of Heidi Barden

06/06/2026

Today we remember the service, courage and sacrifice of all those who took part in the Normandy landings and throughout the Second World War.

We talk of lovely Cyril often at the branch and we all miss him. We hope you’re resting well Cyril.

05/06/2026

It’s Volunteers’ Week!
Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers, Poppy Appeal collectors and everyone who supports our branch and events.
We couldn’t do it without you all 🙏

05/06/2026

Come and join us 1:30-4:30pm

Castle Park, Sat 27 June: Armed Forces Day — family fun, displays & music.

https://e-magazine.flyeronline.co.uk/shared/article/armed-forces-day-castle-park-saturday-27th-june/4XsorwVW

03/06/2026

Do join us on the 27th and come and see Ben’s fantastic exhibition.

31/05/2026

“My granny was born in 1910 and had amazing memories of both World Wars as well as the Swinging Sixties. I wish I had recorded her, because her voice and manner were so distinctive. I just can’t get that across to my own children who never met her.”

So says Bishop’s Stortford filmmaker Esther McWatters, who has co-launched a new business making personal documentaries with individuals and families to preserve their memories, voices and life stories for future generations

👇LINK TO STORY IN COMMENTS 🙏
Two Friends Films

28/05/2026

Armed forces veterans and VIPs attended a service in Bishop’s Stortford to mark 15 years since the end of UK troops' involvement in the Iraq War - LINK TO ARTICLE IN COMMENTS

23/01/2026

The service and sacrifice of British personnel in Afghanistan cannot be called into question, and we condemn any comments that undermine their extraordinary contribution. 457 British personnel lost their lives in Afghanistan and thousands more and their families now live with the lifelong physical and mental impact from service in that conflict.

The dedication and sacrifices of the men and women in the British Armed Forces from the UK, Commonwealth, and beyond, to protect our freedoms and support our allies deserves our deep and ongoing respect and gratitude.

Our nation’s support for our Armed Forces is never in doubt. The Royal British Legion through our ongoing work to recognise, remember, and support the Armed Forces community, ensures that their unique contribution is not forgotten. This recognition is shared across communities, cultures, and faiths. If you have been affected by current events in the news, please do not hesitate to contact us at the branch or on 0808 802 8080.