www.britishlegion.org.uk @PoppyLegion SPECIAL EVENTS 2018 The Royal British Legion, 199 Borough High Street, SE1 1AA COMMEMORATING THE CENTENARY

Reg. Charity No. 219279 – 2 –

THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION SPECIAL EVENTS

HELPING MILLIONS LIVE ON 2018 – SINCE 1921 –

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces THE POPPY OPERA DINNER community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never 4 forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us. WEDNESDAY 6TH JUNE We support serving members of the , British Army, , Reservists, COMMEMORATIVE CONCERT, WINDSOR CASTLE veterans and their families. Our support starts after seven days of service and continues 5 long after life in the Armed Forces. WEDNESDAY 27TH JUNE We help veterans young and old transition into civilian life, helping with employment, THE POPPY RACEDAY financial issues, respite and recovery, through to lifelong care and independent living. 6 SATURDAY 11TH AUGUST From sports based rehabilitation courses, to tailored personal support for our most vulnerable veterans – we’re by veterans’ sides, every step of the way. Every year we A GOURMET TASTING DINNER even take thousands of Armed Forces families on breaks so they can spend some much 7 WEDNESDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER needed quality time together. We also support older veterans with home adaptations, nursing services and through six THE SQUARE MILE SALUTE 8 dedicated care homes, run just for ex-Service men and women. THURSDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER The Royal British Legion is also the national champion of Remembrance, safeguarding the memory of those who have fought and died in conflicts past and present, as well as ‘REMEMBRANCE’ – A NIGHT AT THE BALLET 9 the unique contribution made by all those who’ve served. THURSDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

A FIRST WORLD WAR CENTENARY GALA DINNER 10 WEDNESDAY 3RD OCTOBER

‘REMEMBRANCE AND FREEDOM’ WITH THE BACH CHOIR 11 THURSDAY 8TH NOVEMBER

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 12 WEDNESDAY 12TH AND THURSDAY 13TH DECEMBER

THEATRE AND GOLFING EVENTS 13 ALL YEAR ROUND

Find us at www.britishlegion.org.uk call us on 0808 802 8080 or visit one of our Pop In Centres for more information. – 4 – – 5 –

THE POPPY OPERA DINNER COMMEMORATIVE CONCERT THE ROYAL AUTOMOBILE CLUB WINDSOR CASTLE — WEDNESDAY 6TH JUNE — — WEDNESDAY 27TH JUNE —

After the success of our inaugural opera evening at the Royal Automobile The Central Band of The Royal British Legion, led by Captain David Cole, will Club, we will be returning for an encore. This promises to be another be performing a selection of superb music and songs to mark the centenary fabulous occasion with arias, champagne and dinner. of the end of the First World War in the historic surroundings of St George’s You are invited to a reception in the Committee Room, followed by a three- Chapel, Windsor Castle. course black-tie dinner with wines in the Mountbatten Room. There will be We are absolutely delighted that singing star and English tenor Alfie three intervals to hear popular and familiar arias sung between courses by Boe will be our special guest. Please join us in the last of our series of some of the UK’s rising young opera singers. This glamorous evening takes commemorative concerts at St George’s Chapel for an unforgettable place in an intimate setting with tables around the grand piano for the best evening of music performed by Alfie and the full band – they’re the best! acoustic experience. Enjoy the sublime singing and delicious dining in style. The concert will be followed by drinks and canapés in the Dean’s Cloister so, to round off a memorable occasion, why not join us there?

TICKETS: £250 EACH TICKETS: Dress code: Black Tie CONCERT AND RECEPTION: £110 EACH Price includes champagne and canapé reception Price includes drinks and canapés in the Dean’s Cloister CONCERT ONLY: £50 EACH CONTACT SOME RESTRICTED VIEW: £20 EACH [email protected] CONTACT ELINOR FOR MORE INFORMATION 020 3053 7094 www.thepoppyball.org [email protected] OR PURCHASE ONLINE www.britishlegion.org.uk/windsor – 6 – – 7 –

THE POPPY RACEDAY A GOURMET TASTING DINNER NEWMARKET CHAMBERLAINS, LEADENHALL MARKET — SATURDAY 11TH AUGUST — — WEDNESDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER —

Without doubt, this is one of our most popular days in the year with the Chamberlain’s of Leadenhall Market is our favourite dining haunt – one chance to enjoy some relaxed race-going at the gorgeous July Course. of the City’s finest eating establishments and a loyal and long-standing Experience your ‘day at the races’ from the comfort of our private marquee supporter of the Legion. close to the finishing post – and from where you can see your winners race This is a chance to taste five courses of delicious food prepared by past! After a glass or two of champagne there will be a three-course buffet Executive Head Chef Andrew Jones, with wines matched to each course. lunch with wine. Tea and scones are served at 4.00pm. Tote facilities are With the capacity for only 50 guests, join us for an intimate and relaxed available in the marquee and the Parade Ring and bookies are a short stroll evening in the fascinating surroundings of old Leadenhall Market. across the course. Enjoy the excitement of the action without the crush!

TICKETS: £125 EACH TICKETS: £110 EACH Ticket price includes course entry, Price includes a champagne and canapé reception car parking and Race card CONTACT REBECCA CONTACT REBECCA 020 3207 2272 020 3207 2272 [email protected] [email protected]

OR PURCHASE ONLINE www.britishlegion.org.uk/newmarket – 8 – – 9 –

‘REMEMBRANCE’ THE SQUARE MILE SALUTE A NIGHT AT THE BALLET HONORARY ARTILLERY COMPANY THE PEACOCK THEATRE — THURSDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER — — THURSDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER —

The Legion will be a benefi ciary There is also the chance to attend an of an exclusive gala performance exclusive Season Launch Banquet of Remembrance by New English with Dame Darcey Bussell at Ballet Theatre at the Peacock Goldsmiths’ Hall on Thursday 10th Theatre, London. May to launch NEBT’s 2018 season Created by world-renowned and highlighting Remembrance, choreographer and ex-Royal Ballet one of NEBT’s largest commissions to date.

Photography: Itch Media star Wayne Eagling Remembrance, set to Handel’s Ode for St Cecilia’s All funds raised will go towards the Day, marks the centenary of the production of Remembrance. (Funds This is a superb dining event in the amazing surroundings of the Honourable armistice of the First World War. It raised from the opening night gala Artillery Company supporting military charities, of which the Legion is lucky is a story of love and loss inspired of the ballet in September will be to be one. by dancer Dame Marie Rambert’s shared between NEBT and The This is a real gastronomic experience with wines prepared by a top London life and whose personal narrative Royal British Legion). The Banquet chef – previous chefs have included Albert and Michel Roux Jr, Monica echoes the lives of many who have includes a champagne reception, Galetti, Raymond Blanc, Jason Atherton and Shaun Rankin. The evening been affected by war and honours a fabulous three course dinner, a will include an exciting auction and entertainment. them in our memories. live auction with exciting prizes and This Gala Evening includes a entertainment between courses. Join us for this fabulous occasion and help to support the Legion’s important champagne reception with NEBT Champagne reception at 7.00pm, work within the ex-Service community – fast, fun and with great food! Patron Dame Darcey Bussell DBE dinner, auction and live entertainment and guest artists. 7.45pm, carriages 10.00pm.

TICKETS*: £295 EACH TICKETS TICKETS £2950 FOR A TABLE OF 10 BENEFACTOR VIP £225 INDIVIDUAL £230 *prices exclude VAT VIP £120 TABLE OF 12 £2760 TICKET £55 SPONSORSHIP TABLE CONTACT ELINOR £5 discount off standard price tickets OF 12 £5500 020 3053 7094 for Legion members and supporters Dress code: Black Tie or Lounge Suits [email protected] – discount code RBL1 CONTACT RUTH FOR MORE INFORMATION FOR MORE INFORMTAION [email protected] www.squareevents.co.uk www.nebt.co.uk/events – 10 – – 11 –

A FIRST WORLD WAR ‘REMEMBRANCE AND FREEDOM’ CENTENARY DINNER WITH THE BACH CHOIR MERCER’S HALL ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL — WEDNESDAY 3RD OCTOBER — — THURSDAY 8TH NOVEMBER —

As we approach the conclusion of the First World War centenary period, The Bach Choir is often called the finest of its kind in the UK and we are lucky the Legion will be marking this important year in our nation’s history with a to have worked together for over 20 years. glamorous evening at Mercer’s Hall in the City of London. We are thrilled to be joining forces once again when the Choir returns The Worshipful Company of Mercers is the premier Livery Company to the Royal Festival Hall as a tribute to the memory of the Fallen of the and we are excited to be holding our commemorative dinner here. The First World War – with all proceeds to the Legion. The full choir, with the evening will begin with a champagne reception followed by a black-tie Philharmonia Orchestra, conducted by David Hill, will perform works dinner hosted by our National President. Music will be performed by by Ralph Vaughan-Williams, Sir Edward Elgar, Samuel Barber and Sir the London Mozart Players. Please join us and support the Legion as it Hubert Parry, interspersed with readings relating to the time. Tickets will recognises and remembers all those whose lives were touched or affected be on sale 2nd February (for Southbank Centre members) and 6th by the First World War. February for the general public.

TICKETS: £200 EACH TICKETS: FROM £12-£65 EACH Box office 020 3879 9555. Booking charges apply – £3 CONTACT REBECCA for telephone sales and £2.50 for online bookings. Tickets 020 3207 2272 bought in person at the Southbank Centre are exempt from [email protected] booking charges. No charges apply to Southbank Centre members. A charge of 75p applies for tickets sent by post.

FOR MORE INFORMATION www.southbankcentre.co.uk – 12 – – 13 –

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION NATIONWIDE EVENTS

GUILDHALL, LONDON — ALL YEAR ROUND — — WEDNESDAY 12TH AND THURSDAY 13TH DECEMBER —

GOLF THEATRE

Poppy Appeal Golf Classics We are always thrilled when theatre companies great and small, ‘INCREDIBLE’ For over 15 years the Legion has worked closely with the Seniors professional and amateur, choose ‘ABSOLUTELY DIVINE’ Golf Association to organise Poppy to help us in many different ways – Appeal Golf Classics at golf clubs sometimes with a bucket collection ‘REALLY MAGICAL and a straightforward donation AND MEMORABLE!’ around the country. We aim to engage all club members for local from ticket sales or a much longer events to raise money for the Poppy partnership over a period of time – and we welcome whatever support The Legion’s Christmas Celebration at Guildhall is now a fi rm and popular Appeal, celebrated with souvenirs, you can give us. fi xture in our season of winter events. medals and lots of fun. Please think of the Legion if you are Taking place over two nights, this amazing concert is, according to one of The Royal British Legion Junior organising any form of theatrical our guests, ‘a superb evening and never to be missed!’ Why not come and Golf Challenge or other artistic activity, including see for yourself and start your Christmas off with superb music and carols, Introduced in 2011, the Legion’s plays, musicals, concerts, art inspiring and amusing readings given by our guest readers as well as wine Junior Golf Challenge aims to exhibitions and more. We are and mince pies beforehand in the truly magnifi cent Great Hall? You will engage younger people with the happy to discuss any ideas you be entertained by The Bach Choir (who also lead the carol-singing), The work that we do. Set up for the have and welcome enquiries about Central Band and other musical guests. On Thursday 13th December the next generation of golfers, this is a how we could work together. concert is followed by the option of a black-tie dinner in the Old Library. great opportunity for under 18s to meet players from other clubs, raise awareness of the Legion and play some great golf!

TICKETS CONTACT PETER CONTACT TERESA CONCERT ONLY: £40 EACH [email protected] [email protected] CONCERT & DINNER IN THE OLD LIBRARY: £210 EACH FOR MORE INFORMTAION Champagne reception, dinner and concert www.poppygolf.org.uk CONTACT ELINOR 020 3053 7094 [email protected]

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