This week, everyone seems to be hitting the road – the much-awaited Band Tour is about to start; we’ve fundraisers out and about doing all sorts of fantastic challenges; you can sign up to join some of the Royal Marines’ crack snipers; and we share news of yet another incredible drug bust – all of which inspire us all to keep working as hard as possible in continuing to support our very deserving Royal Marines Family.

Thanks to Royal Marine Band Colour Sergeant Claire Walsh, who is Nottinghamshire born and bred, the Royal Concert Hall is one of only six UK venues to be included on this month’s first-ever Band Tour of The Massed Bands of His Majesty’s Royal Marines!

With a lack of sleep, and pulling a pram laden with all his supplies, RAC patrol Lee Wingate from Portsmouth shed some particular personal demons when running through Moffat, a designated ‘dark sky’ town. Now back in England, he is fast clocking up the miles in his quest to become the first to run unsupported from John O’Groats to Land’s End (JOGLE).

This week’s bumper edition is full of really BIG news – we proudly report the giddy heights being reached by some world-class champions, fantastic sponsorship support, milestone birthday challenges, and yet more gruelling fundraising in action – and tickets for MFM 2024 are now on sale!

Huge congratulations to RM veteran, triple amputee, champion kayaker and our Charity Ambassador, Jon White, who secured a gold medal at the 2023 ICF Canoe Marathon World Championships in the Para KL2 Men’s class.

RMA – The Royal Marines Charity is delighted to announce the three main corporate sponsors of its 2023 Guildhall Dinner in London on 8th November, with Patron Capital again being

Ben Clough – a super-fit Royal Marines Physical Training Instructor at Commando Training Centre Royal Marines in Exmouth – spent the first part of his summer break tackling an ultimate endurance challenge: running 482 miles from Scotland to Wales, climbing the three highest peaks in the UK.

This week, we share news of those who have literally hit the ground running; and a tip on how you can add some extra colour to your life!

This week, we bring you news from the highest peaks; share feedback from some inspirational conquering heroes, and highlight the Charity’s crucial role in promoting positive mental health.