FGCT Veterans Outreach

06/09/2026

03/09/2026

📢 TORPOINT ARMED FORCES HUB LAUNCH

This is a hub launch not to be missed, with 16 fantastic organisations confirmed and lots of guests attending!

We are incredibly grateful to Torpoint Town Council and Team Raleigh CIC, whose partnership and support have made the launch of this new hub possible.

📅 Tuesday 8 September 2026
⏰ 10:00-12:00
📍 Torpoint Library, Fore Street, Torpoint, PL11 2AG

Joining us on the day will be:

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
Ara Recovery for All
Care After Combat
Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise
The Chestnut Appeal
Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity
Help for Heroes
The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust
Naval Children’s Charity
Official China Fleet Country Club
NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly (Op COURAGE)
Walking With The Wounded
Active Plus
The Royal British Legion

Whether you are a veteran, serving member, reservist or family member, come along to meet the organisations and guests, discover the support available and receive a warm welcome at Torpoint’s new Armed Forces Hub.

A huge thank you to CornishStuff, Cobseo and The Cornish Times for supporting the launch and helping us share information about the new hub.

Please share this post and help us spread the word throughout the Armed Forces Community. We look forward to welcoming you!


Office for Veterans' Affairs Ministry of Defence HMS Raleigh

02/09/2026

🎖️ Veterans & Partners Employment Event 🎖️

Are you a veteran or partner of a veteran looking for work, considering a career change, or wanting to explore training opportunities?

Join us for our Veterans & Partners Employment Event, where you can connect with employment specialists, learn about local job opportunities, access careers advice, and discover training and support available to help you achieve your goals.

📅 Tuesday 16th September
⏰ 10:00am - 1400pm
📍 Cobourg House, 32 Mayflower Street, Plymouth, PL1 1QX

Whether you're actively job searching or simply exploring your options, come along and find out what support is available.

Event Details:

Veteran or a veteran's partner looking for work support in Plymouth? Come along for advice, opportunities & local support - all in one place

27/08/2026

Please see poster below for a new fishing group for veterans. Share with anyone you think might be interested

26/08/2026

Now that August is drawing to a close, we have a lot of veterans events to look forward to. Starting with:

Thursday 3rd September
13.00-15.00 ~ Female Veterans Group at
Colebrook SW's Miles Mitchell Village Hall in Eggbucklands.
18.00 ~ Veterans Pie and Mash Supper at
Tamar View Community Complex in Barne Barton. this month supporting Plymouth Youth Sailing who provide Veterans Sailing.

Monday 7th September
10.00-12.00 LGBTQ Coffee Morning at
ELM Community Centre and Wellbeing Hub
17.30 - 20.00 Veterans D&D Nights at
Four Greens Community Trust

Monday 21st September
17.30-20.00 Veterans D&D Night at
Four Greens Community Trust

But don't forget that Every Friday
11.00-13.00 Argyle Community Trust Veterans Cafe at
The Hub at Foulston Park which is supported by Four Greens Community Trust and Help For Heroes, Help for Heroes Community Builder for Plymouth.

For more information contact Glenn at [email protected]

26/08/2026

08/08/2026

🌱 Help us grow our community space at Foulston Park! 🌸

Come along and lend a hand with our Foulston Park Planters sessions this August! We’re coming together this summer to fill our planters and create a bright, beautiful space for everyone in the community to enjoy.

This project is completely FREE and open to all ages and abilities, as part of our DCLL-funded Connect to Foulston programme!

🗓️ Session Dates & Times:
Friday, 7 August: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, 18 August: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

📍Location: The Hub at Foulston Park, Madden Road, Devonport, Plymouth PL14NE

Whether you have a green thumb or just want to get outside, socialise, and make a difference, we’d love to see you there! 🤝✨

06/08/2026

Impact Story: Veteran support for Nick Martin following trauma.

Royal Navy veteran Nick Martin needed support after a traumatic brain injury, a heart attack, and a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A former teaching assistant of 17 years and a dedicated volunteer who is always first to step in for others, this time it was Nick that needed a helping hand 👇

https://argylecommunitytrust.co.uk/impact-story-veteran-support-for-nick-martin-following-trauma/