RMA CoL Monthly Branch Newsletter - November 2025

Branch committee meeting Thursday, the 13th of November.

NEW MEMBERS/GUESTS.

We were pleased to welcome invited guests Rob and Annie, dear friends of Jim and Marion, whose presence was much appreciated by everyone.

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RECENT EVENTS.

Friday, 17th October - River Thames Fire Tender Trip

A special outing generously arranged through Peter Wynn’s grandson was a great success!

Sunday, 26th October - RM Corps Birthday Celebrations

Members and guest proudly gathered to celebrate our 361st Corps Birthday with a traditional church service at St Peter ad Vincula in the Tower of London.

Please see a write up by Graeme Golightly HERE.

Saturday, November 1st - Charity Collection in Support of the RMA Football Team

A great event for a great cause. Enjoyed by all - thanks to all those who came and supported.

Sunday, 9th of November - Remembrance Sunday at St Pauls & Mansion House

Remembrance Sunday in London is always a day of deep pride and reflection, and this year’s gathering was no exception. Our branch of the Royal Marines Association – City of London Branch turned out in strength for the commemorations centred around St Paul’s Cathedral and Mansion House.

Please see a write up by Tom Frearson HERE.

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FORTHCOMING EVENTS.

Monday, 8th December - December Branch Meeting & Carol Service

It was confirmed that this year’s UJC Christmas Carol Service will take place on Monday 8th December at 1800 at St John’s Church. In agreement with your branch committee, it has been decided that our December branch meeting will be moved to this date, so that we can naturally take advantage of the UJC festivities. After the service, mince pies and mulled wine will be served in the reception area for ticket holders, whilst those without carol service tickets will be able to make full use of the main bar. This will be followed by our annual Christmas raffle extravaganza, which we are very much looking forward to.

24th-26th, April 2026 - Annual Zeebrugge Remembrance Trip

Preparations are underway for what is always a poignant and significant occasion. Further details will be shared as they become available. I am proposing to put a sub committee together to help with fundraising and the programme of events. If you would be interested in helping with this please let the Chairman know.

Saturday, 2nd May 2026 - Army v Navy Rugby

We have a group going to this event in RMA CoL t-shirts. Please reach out to me if you'd like to join and/or be kept in on comms for the event.

Full details HERE.

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WELFARE.

There are no updates on welfare this month. Our thoughts are with our branch members that could not make the branch meeting.

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OTHER.

Once again, Sue Sauter kindly provided an excellent homemade VJ cake for our members. Although its arrival was somewhat delayed owing to the September tube strike, it was very warmly received and greatly appreciated by all present.

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The Chairman then asked everyone to stand and charge their glasses.

ABSENT COMRADES