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Blesma, The Limbless veterans helps all serving and ex-Servicemen and women who have lost limbs, or lost the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing rehabilitation activities and welfare support. Our programmes allow Members and their families to face the challenges ahead with renewed confidence and self belief. We worked tirelessly for our members when the conflicts that have affected their lives and no longer a focal point in the nation media. Since 1932 we've been the only national service charity that supports limbless veterans for the duration of their lives.Our Members range from the youngest amputee veterans to those that fought in WWII.

29/10/2026

🇬🇧 Remember the fallen. Support our limbless veterans.

This Remembrance, we remember those who lost their lives. With your support, Blesma helps limbless veterans and their families throughout their lives.

Lest we forget.

28/10/2026

“It brings back memories of the people you have known and lost.”

Lexi Chambers will join fellow Blesma Members at the Cenotaph this Remembrance Sunday to pay her respects to those who served and lost their lives.

The former Royal Signals soldier had her left leg amputated below the knee in 2019 after years of pain caused by Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.

Blesma helped her regain her independence with a lightweight wheelchair, driving lessons and practical advice. Since then, Lexi has set multiple wheelchair endurance world records.

On Remembrance Sunday, she will come together with fellow veterans to remember those who never came home.

We’re proud to stand alongside Lexi and all our Members this Remembrance. Thank you for helping us support them.

27/10/2026

Blesma Charity Tickets are ON SALE NOW – 50% OFF!

Take on the Kingofthethamesswim 2027 and support injured veterans!

Join Team Blesma on 26 June for a 3km open-water swim from Hampton Court to Kingston.
Enjoy a scenic, non-competitive swim along the Thames, followed by a red-carpet finish, live music and riverside celebrations!

Last year, Blesma Member and former Royal Green Jackets Warrant Officer Gary Castle took part and shared his experience:

💬 “It was a great day and was very well organised. I do a lot of open water swimming and would really recommend the King of the Thames event.”

🎟️ Get 50% OFF your charity entry fee when you pledge to raise £150 to support limbless and injured veterans.

Secure your charity place today!
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/swimquest/2344497

27/10/2026

Could you cook dinner with only one arm? 🍳

It’s just one of the everyday things that’s harder for those with limb loss. It’s why we’re dedicated to supporting limbless veterans like Mark Ormrod

Follow us to learn more.

26/10/2026

Have you seen our new Remembrance film?

Meet Alex, an Army veteran who lost his leg after being injured in Afghanistan, and see the difference your support makes to his everyday life.

Thank you to everyone who supports Blesma. 💙 Watch and share Alex’s story.

25/10/2026

Our Christmas cards are here!

Send your loved ones festive wishes while supporting Blesma's work with injured veterans and their families.

Every purchase helps make a difference💙

Get your Christmas cards today!
https://blesmashop.myshopify.com/collections/new-arrivals

25/10/2026

200mph barrier broken – a new world record!

Congratulations to Talan Skeels-Piggins, who has become the first paraplegic motorcyclist to break 200mph over a measured mile from a standing start!

Talan reached an incredible 200.254mph at Elvington Airfield, achieving a dream 11 years in the making.

Despite years of setbacks, Talan never gave up on his goal. He now hopes his achievement will inspire others to pursue their own ambitions, whatever barriers they may face.

“Sometimes the barriers we face are not as insurmountable as they first appear.”

What an incredible achievement!

24/10/2026

Just two weeks to go!

This November, walk or run 11K!
Choose your own route and take on the challenge on 7 November or anytime throughout the month.

All funds raised will go towards supporting injured veterans.

Find out more and sign up today!
https://blesma.org/support-us/find-an-event/running/remembrance-11k-2026

23/10/2026

Six weekends. Six challenges. More than 2,500 miles between them. 💪

Blesma Member and Army veteran Mark Howard has spent the past six weekends travelling across the UK, taking on a series of endurance events in his wheelchair.

Starting with the Great North Run in Newcastle, his challenge has taken him to Belfast, Windsor, Glasgow and London. He finishes with a 10-mile event in Portsmouth.

Mark was injured while serving in the Army. Since then, he has completed more than 130 challenges through wheelchair racing, handcycling, kayaking and swimming, raising thousands of pounds for charities along the way.

💙 Good luck for the final push, Mark.

20/10/2026

“I'm alive to tell my story”

Alex Swinhoe was just 19 when he lost his leg while serving in Afghanistan. During a Taliban attack, an American Apache helicopter mistakenly fired on his patrol base.

Blesma has been alongside Alex since his rehabilitation, helping him return to activities he enjoys. As his needs have changed, our support has continued.

Recently, that meant funding a downstairs wet room. An everyday change that means Alex can use his wheelchair throughout the ground floor and feel more secure about the future.

This Remembrance, Alex is sharing his story to help fellow injured veterans receive the lifelong support they need.

Address

115 New London Road
Chelmsford
CM20QT

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+442085901124

Website

http://www.blesma.org/

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