SSAFA North Yorkshire

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

SSAFA North Yorkshire had a grand day out yesterday at the Eden Camp Modern History Museum. The weather was fairly kind to us, and the visitors were friendly and generous as always.

We are now looking forward to the 29 Aug Living History Weekend and the 13 Sep All Services Parade and Service Of Remembrance.

25/03/2026

The SSAFA Fundraising team will be in action at Eden Camp on Saturday 4th April at the Easter Living History Weekend.

Pop along for a great day out!

https://edencamp.co.uk/whats-on/easter-holiday-living-history-weekend/

04/03/2026

SSAFA North Yorkshire was presented with a giant cheque for an incredible £6,483 at a special event at Jazz Court in Scarborough last week. The event, which was sponsored by Sanctuary Supported Living brought together residents, staff and local SSAFA volunteers.

Community managers Laura Sedgwick and Liz Jones-Hall presented the cheque to SSAFA North Yorkshire Branch Treasurer Bob Walton and Community Engagement Volunteer Beverley Rob.

A very special mention goes to the brave heroines Natalie Shaw and Heather Proctor, who completed a 10,000ft skydive to raise £1,815 towards the total.

Jazz Court’s in-house chef produced an amazing buffet and a superb time was had by all who attended.

Many Thanks to everyone involved from SSAFA!!!

28/01/2026

Yesterday, Barchester Healthcare welcomed visitors to the first Veterans Café to be held at Meadowbeck Care Home in Osbaldwick, York.

The event was officially opened by the Lord Mayor of York, Martin Rowley, and SSAFA were in attendance. Eleanor and Caroline gave a presentation on behalf of York Army Museum and bought along a selection of artefacts for everyone to view.

Refreshments and tasty bacon baps were provided by the accommodating Admin staff.

The next event will take place on Tuesday 24 February and will then continue on the last Tuesday of each month. Everyone welcome.

15/01/2026

Meadowbeck Care Home are pleased to announce the launch of a new monthly veterans cafe on 27th January. The first event will be joined by The Lord Mayor of York, Martin Rowley.

So, just skip breakfast and head over to 1 Meadowbeck Close, Osbaldwick, York YO10 3SJ for a coffee and a bacon roll in fine company.

13/01/2026

Last Thursday saw the first Veteran's coffee morning event of the year at Thistle Care Home in Knaresborough. It was hosted by Caroline Beale and attended by our Branch rep, Beverley Robb, plus a handful of local Vets.

24/12/2025

Caroline Beale, Community Relationship Manager hosts the fourth gathering of Veterans at the Thistle Hill Care Home. The amazing Christmas buffet was enjoyed by all who attended. SSAFA North Yorkshire would like to thank Barchester Care Homes for their kind support of the Veteran community.

SSAFA North Yorkshire Branch would also like to wish a very merry Xmas to all followers.

17/12/2025

Our profound thanks to the Royal Signals Association Harrogate Branch for their generous donation of £500 to our SSAFA North Yorkshire Branch.

Here we see one of our longest serving Caseworkers, Bryn Heapy, accepting the cheque and presenting a Thank You certificate to Bill Brennan.

30/10/2025

Tune-in to the BBC Radio 4 Appeal to find out from adventurer and former Royal Navy Reservist Ben Fogle how you can help SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity support our Armed Forces family, so they never battle alone.

Ben Fogle makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of SSAFA, the armed forces charity.

29/10/2025

🎄This Christmas, spread cheer with SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity's exclusive shop items! Browse the full collection now at https://ssaf.as/xmasshop25