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Why we rode at RAFA Rides 2025

2025-07-17T12:18:11+01:0016 July 2025|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, watch section|

The RAF Associations’ RAFA Rides is a cycling event like no other. Participation isn't just about the miles covered, it's about the powerful stories behind each pedal, the hearts behind the wheels. Cyclists joined us to honour loved ones, inspire others, and raise awareness of the associations' work for those who have, and still do, serve in the RAF. Scroll down to watch and listen to some of our amazing cyclists and the reasons why they chose to join us and support RAFA Rides 2025.

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June 2025 Newsletter

2025-06-26T16:26:05+01:0026 June 2025|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, Uncategorized, watch section, watch section|

We at the RAF Association believe everyone has something valuable to give back to the RAF community, whether it's a donation, offering skills, or simply some time to lend a compassionate ear. Befriending and supporting those in need isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about showing up. You don’t know how much a small act can make a difference to those in need of a friend. Scroll down to read about our amazing volunteers and how you can make a difference.

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February 2025 Newsletter

2025-02-12T17:03:11+00:0010 February 2025|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, read section, read section, read section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

With the Invictus Games taking place this week, we explore the power of sport within our RAF community. We speak to Invictus Games participants gearing up for the prestigious event, and also hear testimonials from RAFA Rides participants highlighting how the event has improved their wellbeing and brought the community together.

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December 2024 Newsletter

2024-12-18T15:18:44+00:0017 December 2024|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

As we approach the end of another extraordinary year, we look back on our 2024 highlights, and celebrate recent festive fun, with serving personnel and the residents of our retirement accommodation. Scroll down to watch and read more

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November 2024 Newsletter

2024-11-20T13:54:29+00:0019 November 2024|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, read section, read section, read section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

As November unfolds and we gather in commemoration, we honour those who have given selflessly and reflect on the meaning of Remembrance. We also explore how "everyone has something to give". Through even the smallest act of kindness or moment of volunteerism, everyone has the power to make a difference.

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August 2024 Newsletter

2024-08-23T12:08:15+01:0019 August 2024|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

This month, to mark International Dog Day, we’re sharing a story from our Air Mail archives. Read about how the lives of a Czech Airman and German Shepherd puppy became inextricably linked while fighting for survival. You can also watch our two short films. The first inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics, featuring RAF Association Ambassador, Shona Brownlee. The second featuring friends, Phil and Dennis, chatting about life at Rothbury House.

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July 2024 Newsletter

2024-07-18T11:36:52+01:002 July 2024|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

This month we take a look at the highlights from our annual Outreach Week activities which took place in June to mark Armed Forces Week. We also have an account of a terrifying event that unfolded one night in Basra in 2008, told by retired RAF Warrant Officer Jay Tailor. In our short video you can also hear from a team of inspirational participants of this year's RAFA Rides events and find out why they decided to take on the challenge for the RAF Association. Scroll down to watch, listen and read more.

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June 2024 Newsletter

2024-06-04T15:27:01+01:0031 May 2024|News, Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

To mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings we spoke to RAF veteran Bernard Morgan in an interesting interview of his D-Day recollections. We also have a story of Alfred Footman who was part of a small advance party stationed in Normandy to assist RAF fighters during the early phases of D-Day. Volunteers' Week (2-9 June) is a week dedicated to celebrating those who give their time to support organisations just like the RAF Association. We mark the occasion with both a short video of the impact of volunteering.

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May 2024 Newsletter

2024-05-14T11:50:26+01:0013 May 2024|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

This month Air Mail, the RAF Association's members' magazine, celebrates 80 years in print. To mark the anniversary, editor Annie O'Brien chats to Ambassador Anthony Inglis about an amazing link his family has with the publication. We have also put together an article which takes a look back in history at the very first Air Mail issue from 1944. May also holds the 30th anniversary of the end of apartheid in South Africa. To mark this we bring you a story of one of the greatest RAF fighter pilots of WWII who fought against the injustices which ravaged his homeland.

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April 2024 Newsletter

2024-04-23T10:51:27+01:0010 April 2024|Newsletter, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, no-show-home, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section, watch section|

In the anniversary month of the RAF’s founding, we bring you the fascinating story of an invention which turned the tide of aerial combat during the First World War, and a story of heroism with Association member Norman Jackson, as we recall how he earned his Victoria Cross in 1944. April is also the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognise the children of Armed Forces families. We are celebrating the fifth birthday of RAFAKidz, which cares for military children, with a short video.

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March 2024 Newsletter

2024-04-10T11:03:16+01:005 March 2024|Newsletter, watch section|

In your newsletter this month we have a list of 10 interesting facts to mark the 80th Anniversary of the Great Escape, an inspirational story of one of our young beneficiaries to highlight International Women's Day, and ahead of World Poetry Day on 21 March, RAF veteran Jeffrey Brereton recites 'High Flight' - a poem written in 1941.

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