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Welcome to the October 2023 issue of Review.

Order your badge now and wear it with pride at upcoming events like Remembrance.

Your message from your Chief Executive, Adrian Bell.

Our latest news.

Our Director of Operations, Nicky Shaw, shares an update about how we are reinvesting in our community services.

Read about some of the social gatherings across the country that have taken place this summer and brought together Members in their local areas.

As we put the finishing touches to our new Rustington Centre before the grand opening, we wanted to answer the questions you put to our wonderful Rustington Member Design Consultation Group earlier in the year.

As the first ever woman to attend our Members’ summer camp, hosted by HMS Sultan, Jan Price shares her diary of a ‘rare treasure’ of a week.

In August this year, three blind veteran archers travelled to Birmingham for the World Blind Games. Hazel Wills speaks to Terry, Clive and Carol about their achievements at the competition.

At the age of 54, having loved participating in sports, Steven Gill lost his sight and thought he’d be stuck inside forever; that his life would be over. Hazel Wills talks to Steven about how he changed his mindset and became a bowls champion.

On the third Tuesday of every month at two o’clock in the afternoon, four Members in Southwest England join together via a group telephone call to take part in the big ‘Virtual Pub Quiz’. Community Support Worker, Jenny Gaywood, tells us why this group is so special.

Member Matt MacKinnon-Pattison shares one of his poems, entitled “Forever Summer”. The poem came to Matt when in a mischievous mood because of the dreadful weather.

Our Member Engagement team updates you on the latest opportunities and upcoming events.

This month's Forces Fact.

This month’s creative activities you can take part in - all from the comfort of your own home.

Romy Benshabat speaks to Member Gilmour who, at 91 years old, customised his latest NCWP project, the Stephenson Rocket model, to create the perfect gift for a friend.

A page dedicated to the families and friends who care for our Members, Stacey Barham shares the latest opportunities and useful information to support you in your Caring role

At the age of 94, renowned artist and Member Philip Sutton RA has had a triumphant summer displaying artwork from his 70-year career. Philip talks to William Witt about his time in National Service, the highlights from his career in art, and reflects on painting after sight loss

Our quizmaster Ron Russell tests your general knowledge.

We share our family news.

It is with deep regret that we record the deaths of the following Members and we offer our heartfelt condolences to their widows, widowers, families and friends

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You could win £15,000 to make your dreams come true this Christmas.

Welcome to the November 2023 issue of Review.

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 A message from your Chair, Barry Coupe.

Our latest news.

Read about some of the social gatherings across the country that have taken place this summer and brought together veterans in their local areas.

In July this year, we shared the list of blind veterans who were nominated for the 2023 Founder’s Awards. On 23 October 2023, we held our first Founder’s Awards ceremony in over four years.

On Wednesday 18 October, we held a special event to mark the fifth anniversary of our ‘Victory over Blindness’ statue by taking over Manchester Piccadilly Station with a living version of the statue.

George ‘Wilson’ Taylor shares a poem of his to commemorate Remembrance this month.

Our Blind Veterans UK standard-bearers, Brian Eldridge, Alan Walker and John Nicols share why the role means so much to them

Head of Centre at Rustington, Lesley Garven, shares everything you need to know for when we open the doors at our new centre, including the programme of activities and how you can book your stay

Widower Richard Hughes recently completed the gruelling 55-mile London to Brighton Cycle, two years after he rode the course with his late wife, Maria Pikulski-Hughes

This Remembrance Sunday, on 12 November, will mark the 32nd time Member Tony Harbour has marched in honour of those who have sacrificed their lives on the battlefield.

This month’s creative activities you can take part in - all from the comfort of your own home.

Our quizmaster Ron Russell tests your general knowledge.

We share our family news.

It is with deep regret that we record the deaths of the following Members and we offer our heartfelt condolences to their widows, widowers, families and friends.

How to get in touch.

We invite you to join us at Britain’s biggest indoor tattoo, the 2024 Birmingham International Tattoo on Sunday, 11 February at the Resorts World Arena.

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