SSAFA Derbyshire

06/05/2026

👑 Gun Salutes were fired today to mark three years since the King's Coronation:

06/05/2026

Congratulations to Cadets recognised with awards at the recent Wing Field Day:

06/05/2026

The Mayor of Matlock visited Matlock Detachment Army cadets to present two awards. Congratulations to SSgt Mlot & Cpl Wood for all your hard work:

06/05/2026

🇬🇧 VE Day Celebrations, hosted by The Rotary Club of Sawley this weekend:

🇬🇧✨ VE DAY CELEBRATION AFTERNOON ✨🇬🇧

Step back in time and join us for a heartwarming afternoon of nostalgia, music, and community spirit!

🕒 3PM – 6PM
🎤 Wartime singer bringing the classics to life
🎶 A good old-fashioned sing-along – voices at the ready!
🇬🇧 Wave your flags as we celebrate in true 1940s style
🎀 Fully decorated room to set the scene
🍽️ Delicious buffet INCLUDED

All this for just £10 per person!

Gather your friends, dress to impress (optional but encouraged!), and relive the magic of a bygone era. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

Book Here 👇
https://www.ticketsource.com/rotaryinsawley/t-gllrjme

06/05/2026

The Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum (FANDF) is a tri-Service group for Serving personnel, reservists and their families who have a child or adult immediate family member with an additional need and/or disability.
The FANDF is a unique group as it is run by a committee of members whose vision is to ensure that all ‘Forces families with additional needs and disabilities receive the support they need’. Click on the link to read more: 🔗 https://bit.ly/49A0aXs

06/05/2026

👑 CORONATION ANNIVERSARY OF KING CHARLES III
Today marks the coronation anniversary of King Charles III. It is the third anniversary of his coronation, where he was crowned at Westminster Abbey. Ceremonial gun salutes will take place at Hyde Park at 12:00 & Tower of London at 13:00.

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05/05/2026

🖥 FREE ONLINE MILITARY HISTORY TALK ON 8 MAY AT 12:00 ▶️
The National Army Museum has a free online event on Friday. Click on the link to register to watch from the comfort of your home ️

Nick Ilić shares the story of SOE Force 133 in the Second World War and examines its role in changing the political landscape of Yugoslavia.

05/05/2026

The National Memorial Arboretum has a new anniversary exhibition opening on 16 May. It explores the history of the Arboretum, from its humble beginnings to a now thriving landscape, as told through the experiences of 25 remarkable women who have played an important role in its development. The exhibition runs until November. Click on the link to read more:

This new anniversary exhibition explores the history of the Arboretum, from its humble beginnings to a now thriving landscape, as told through the experiences of 25 remarkable women who have played an important role in its development.

05/05/2026

AIR LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES
The following The Air League Scholarships are still open for applications; Drone & Ground School. Click on the link to read more:

Over the past decade scholarships and bursaries worth over £2.6 million have been allocated to young people across the UK. We look for individuals that have a passion for aviation and aerospace and the determination to succeed. 2025 will see again changes to our scholarships and bursaries for which...

04/05/2026

Congratulations to The Royal Air Force Museum Midlands who have been named Joint Top UK Museum in Which? Survey

The RAF Museum Midlands has been named a joint top-rated museum in the UK by Which?, following strong feedback from visitors. The survey highlighted its aircraft collection, interactive exhibits, and overall visitor experience.

04/05/2026

🏉 GAME ON: ARMY CAREERS FOR WOMEN IN RUGBY WEBINAR ▶️
On Mon 11 May: 18:00 - 19:00
If you play socially, competitively or at performance level & were inspired by the Womens Army V Navy Rugby match on Saturday this webinar could be of interest. It is for women in rugby who want to explore how their sport could align with an Army career. You will hear from women balancing rugby & military service & learn about the opportunities available in The British Army Click on the link to read more:

03/05/2026

🏆 Congratulations to the Women's Army Rugby team, who dominated the match yesterday.