Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
Here in Oxon we have traditionally held a social and meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month held at a variety of locations across the county. As with all Branch events this is open to all comers who would like to join us.
Odd months are at a variety of locations to allow for travel times and distances to be varied. I will update these as we decide where to go.
Agenda
If you have any items for the Agenda, please do let me know and I will add them accordingly. (Linky Thing)
Meeting Opens
- Introductions / Apologies / Visitors
- Matters Arising from previous minutes
- NON Agenda Items
- Recent Events
- Upcoming Events
Meeting Closes
Postponed – Postponed – Postponed – Postponed – Postponed
This will be to man the stand and see some of the racing. 6 bikes required.
Please sign up on the Forum.
Windsor VE/VJ 75 is a one off event through the streets of Windsor organised through the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead with the help of the Military Vehicle Trust and the support of the RBLR (Hampshire & Berkshire).
The main event will be a parade through the streets of Windsor with Riders leading and following the parade with around 50 vintage vehicles and a marching contingent made up of youth organisations and military personnel with bands. There will also be a stall set up with a static bike display.
We are looking for around 30 riders, although we will happily accept more.
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RBLR Rally Cornwall 10th to 12th July 2020
Wendron Cricket Club, Underlane, Helston, TR13 0EJ
£20.00 per person for the weekend
Drumhead Friday night, and entertainment after
Saturday Ride out, Fancy Dress and entertainment
For further information contact Rose Jordan via RBLR Forum
This will be our first time attending this show, which we believe is a friendly show with something for everyone with stunning views.
Families and their four-legged friends will be flocking to Cirencester Park this summer to enjoy shopping, country pursuits, tasty treats, and much more at the Cotswold Show and Food Festival 2020
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Monthly Brunch / Ride
All are welcome to join us for this social gathering. A decision will be made on where to ride to before hand or as late as on the day. If you wish to just join us for brunch you will be more than welcome.
Support for Ely Youth Organisations and strengthen our links with Cambs ACF, Air Cadets and Royal Anglian Regiment.
VJ day celebrations will also be taking place.
Set up from 08.30, clear away approximately 5pm
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
Here in Oxon we have traditionally held a social and meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month held at a variety of locations across the county. As with all Branch events this is open to all comers who would like to join us.
Odd months are at a variety of locations to allow for travel times and distances to be varied. I will update these as we decide where to go.
Agenda
If you have any items for the Agenda, please do let me know and I will add them accordingly. (Linky Thing)
Meeting Opens
- Introductions / Apologies / Visitors
- Matters Arising from previous minutes
- NON Agenda Items
- Recent Events
- Upcoming Events
Meeting Closes
31st July – 2nd August 2020 will see the Stroud Vintage Transport & Engine Club (SVTEC) stage the Annual Gloucestershire Vintage and Country Extravaganza at South Cerney Airfield in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
The show is widely regarded as one of the biggest and best Steam, Vintage and Countryside events in the UK and attracts thousands of exhibitors and visitors from across the country whilst actively raising thousands of pounds for both national and regional charities.
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This will be to man the stand and see some of the racing. 4 bikes required.
We will also be manning the Helmet store in aid of the Poppy Appeal.
Please sign up on the Forum.
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This will be to man the stand and see some of the racing. 4 bikes required.
We will also be manning the Helmet store in aid of the Poppy Appeal.
Please sign up on the Forum.
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Monthly Brunch / Ride
All are welcome to join us for this social gathering. A decision will be made on where to ride to before hand or as late as on the day. If you wish to just join us for brunch you will be more than welcome.
We have a Cambs876 remembrance service in Portsmouth on 13th August. A group of us will then ride to Folkestone and cross to Calais. We will stay overnight in Arras then onto Verdun the following day. Returning to the UK on 17th August.
Anybody that would like to join us please contact for details
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
RBL Riders Northern Ireland Regional Rally 2020
Blue Circle Boar Club, Magheramorne, Larne.
21st to 23rd August 2020
Camping / Glamping / Vanning or Hoteling, your choice.
Very good and large Camping area, Bar on Site, Boat club will provide catering, Breakfast, Lunch and Evening Meal or we can BBQ. TBC
Entertainment Friday Evening and Saturday, Details TBC.
There will hopefully be a Ride out on Saturday, weather and abilities permitting.
Cost will be £20 pp. payment to me by Paypal / BACS or Cash. Paypal email – Riders.Ireland@RBL.Community. PM me for BACS details.
Please note on Paypal Name(s) and Event
A ride out round Norfolk and some fish and chips. Can’t beat that methinks!
RV details will follow
Here in Oxon we have traditionally held a social and meeting on the 4th Thursday of the month held at a variety of locations across the county. As with all Branch events this is open to all comers who would like to join us.
Odd months are at a variety of locations to allow for travel times and distances to be varied. I will update these as we decide where to go.
Agenda
If you have any items for the Agenda, please do let me know and I will add them accordingly. (Linky Thing)
Meeting Opens
- Introductions / Apologies / Visitors
- Matters Arising from previous minutes
- NON Agenda Items
- Recent Events
- Upcoming Events
Meeting Closes
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The Riders will be assisting Gloucestershire County at this event.
Held in 30 acres of beautiful parkland of Frampton Court Estate, this is one of the last truly traditional country fairs.
Join us in celebrating all that is great about the countryside and the people who work and live in it.
Over 400 trade stands, three display rings so much to see and do.
A stand to show off the bikes, raise awareness and funds for the Poppy Appeal. Always a good day
Timings and RV information to follow
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Monthly Brunch / Ride
All are welcome to join us for this social gathering. A decision will be made on where to ride to before hand or as late as on the day. If you wish to just join us for brunch you will be more than welcome.
This will be to man the stand and see some of the racing. 6 bikes required.
Please sign up on the Forum.
Update 15/08
The latest news, including the timetable, is available from the Legion Website
Update 17/07
Format for 2020
For the first time ever, members will be able to attend Annual Conference remotely using their own devices such as a computer, laptop or tablet. Attendees will have the opportunity to watch the National Chairman and Director General addressing members, will be able to attend a presentation of the Annual Report and Accounts and ask their questions as part of the Membership Forum, while delegates will be given access to an online platform in advance of the event, to discuss and vote on motions.
Attendance
Anyone may attend Annual Conference but we ask that they register in advance using the following options.
Register as a visitor:
- To register as a visitor please use the online form on the main RBL website found here.
- After registration has closed, all those who have successfully registered will receive an email with information detailing how you will be able to virtually attend conference.
Register as a delegate:
- The Riders elect their delegates at the previous years AGM
For those that cannot use the online form there will also be application forms made available to download which you will be able to return to the team via email.
For any help with applications please contact your local Membership Support Officer or the Annual Conference team at annualconference@britishlegion.org.uk
FAQs’
When will Annual Conference take place?
Saturday 19th September 2020
What will the format of the digital Conference be?
Annual Conference will be a one day event and run over two sessions; one in the morning, and one in the afternoon, with an hour break in between.
If I already registered myself for the original date, do I need to re-register?
No, if you have previously registered as a delegate or visitor to attend the original date for Annual Conference, you do not need to register again.
How can I attend as a Visitor?
To register as a visitor please use the online form on the main RBL website found here.
When is the deadline for applications?
Deadline for all applications is 5pm on the 7th August 2020.
Can I still submit Motions?
Unfortunately the deadline to submit Motions has passed, and no further submissions can be accepted.
How do I take part in the Membership Forum?
The Membership Forum is a chance for all members to have their questions answered by a panel of experts. We encourage our members to send your questions to us in advance, by emailing the Annual Conference team at annualconference@britishlegion.org.uk.
Attendees will be able to submit their question on the day, but please do send us your question in advance, to allow for more time for your question to be answered.
Do I need a specific web browser to attend?
No. You will be able to attend and view the live stream through any internet browser on any device with internet capabilities.
Will instructions on how to join be sent to us?
Yes. Once the deadline for applications has passed on the 7 August 2020, detailed instructions on how to join the livestream will be sent to all who have registered.
I don’t have a webcam or microphone; can I still take part?
Yes, you will not need to have either to be able to view the live stream.
End Update
As you are aware, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic Annual Conference, which was scheduled to take place in May, was cancelled. Despite the challenges we have been presented with, we remain committed to still holding Annual Conference this year while also prioritising the safety of our members. We are now pleased to inform you that Annual Conference will be held digitally on Saturday 19th September 2020.
This year’s online format will enable members from all over the world to attend from the comfort of their home by simply watching the live streamed Annual Conference through an internet browser such as Internet Explorer or Google Chrome.
Attendees will have the opportunity to watch the National Chairman and Director General addressing members, will be able to attend a presentation of the Annual Report and Accounts and ask their questions as part of the Membership Forum, while delegates will be given access to an online platform in advance of the event, to discuss and vote on motions.
How you can attend as a visitor
For the first time ever, members will be able to attend Annual Conference remotely using their own devices such as a computer, laptop or tablet. Anyone interested in attending is invited to register by completing a form before 5pm on Friday 7th August 2020.
Register as a visitor:
- To register as a visitor please use the online form on the main RBL website found here.
- After registration has closed, all those who have successfully registered will receive an email with information detailing how you will be able to virtually attend conference.
How to take part in the Membership Forum
The Membership Forum is a chance for all members to have their questions answered by a panel of experts. We encourage our members to send your questions to us in advance, by emailing the Annual Conference team at annualconference@britishlegion.org.uk.
Attendees will be able to submit their question on the day, but please do send us your question in advance, to allow for more time for your question to be answered. We may take your question away to the relevant department and provide an answer after Conference if necessary.
This will be to man the stand and see some of the racing. 6 bikes required.
Please sign up on the Forum.
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
RTTW 2020
It is with a great deal of sadness that I have to announce that Ride to the Wall, in its current format, will not be taking place this year.
Over the past few weeks we have been seeking advice from many different sources and ultimately, at this time, we have had to be guided by Government guidelines and other stakeholders involved in the event. At the moment, there is no sign of any easing of restrictions and to make the decision now allows people the opportunity to change any arrangements they may have in place.
The decision was not taken lightly and after 12 successful years, having the elements thrown at us on numerous occasions, and at the same time running a smooth event year on year, this year, our 13th we have been beaten by an alien force, something of which we have never experienced before.
As well as our remembrance service you raise a massive amount towards the upkeep of the NMA. Nothing more so than last year when we once again presented a record amount.
Merchandise will still be open and we will be presenting a cheque on AFD next year for the amount raised this year. A large part of our revenue is taken on the day, which will unfortunately not be able to happen this year, but I’m sure we will be able to present the NMA with a significant amount.
If anybody wishes to be refunded their voluntary contribution and return their year bar, please contact us before 3rd October through the website. Unfortunately, registrations cannot be carried over to next year.
My priority as Founder of Ride to the Wall is your safety first and foremost as WALLERS, and also not putting you or the general public at unnecessary risk
I am hopeful that through your support we will come back stronger next year and 2021 will once again be a massive year in the history of RTTW.
Best wishes from Martin Dickinson – Founder of Ride to the Wall.
NMA Statement
The last few months have been truly unsettling for us all and, whilst some normality is slowly beginning to return, we still find ourselves in unprecedented times which makes planning for large scale events extremely difficult. Even with the best social distancing practices and procedures, extra cleaning regimes and reduced numbers, we have concluded, much to our disappointment, that Ride to the Wall cannot take place in a physical form in 2020.
This decision has been made jointly between the Ride to the Wall Committee and the Arboretum management following weeks of discussions, scenario planning and changes in Government legislation. The final decision has been made with Wallers’ safety and reputation at its core, along with consideration for the wellbeing of our neighbours and local community. Whilst we understand there will be much sadness within the Ride to the Wall community, we ask you for your support with this difficult decision.
Whilst we cannot congregate at the Arboretum this year, we will be holding a virtual event and we ask as many of you as possible to join us. We will still raise the much-needed funds for the Arboretum and we promise you entertainment, camaraderie and reflection via our digital channels. Further details will be made available in September, but please do keep the date of 3rd October in your diary.
Thank you for your support and patience over the last few months and for your understanding with this decision.
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Monthly Brunch / Ride
All are welcome to join us for this social gathering. A decision will be made on where to ride to before hand or as late as on the day. If you wish to just join us for brunch you will be more than welcome.
From the Organisers, Arls & Ian Neill
Saturday 17th October 2020 1900hrs
Rosspark Hotel, 20 Doagh Road, BT42 3LZ Kells, Ballymena.
A night of friendship, fun, music and dance.
Guests are asked to arrive between 1900hrs and 1930 hrs.
Price per person is £35 and can be purchased via Paypal as follows
1. Go to send and request
2. Select send money and insert arl963@hotmail.com
3.Select send to friends and family ( no fee with this option)
4. Go to Add a note and insert your name and Poppy Ball
5. Send
I will record the names of paid guests and have an admissions sheet with me on 17th ..no tickets this year to keep costs to a minimum.
Invitations are extended to all RBLR Members and their guests
Accommodation is available at the hotel and members are advised to contact the hotel directly 02825891663 to avail of the discounted rate ..£100 per double room.
See you there
Tony
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
This message is a call for volunteers from the Branch to assist with the planting of Remembrance Crosses at Lydiard Park (Swindon) Field of Remembrance event taking place in the park between 26th & 30th October.
The dates and details of assistence required are as below:
26th October (Monday) – 3/4 Volunteers – Cross Planting
27th October (Tuesday) – 3/4 Volunteers – Cross Planting
28th October (Wednesday) – 3/4 Volunteers – Cross Planting
30th October (Friday) – 5/6 Volunteers – Stewarding for the public opening day and service.
If you can assist, please let me know as soon as possible.
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Monthly Brunch / Ride
All are welcome to join us for this social gathering. A decision will be made on where to ride to before hand or as late as on the day. If you wish to just join us for brunch you will be more than welcome.
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
The Anniversary of:-
Royal British Legion RIDERS Branch Inaugural Meeting At Cheltenham Branch, St. Anne’s Road Cheltenham, Glos. on 27th November 2004
In July 2004 a meeting took place at The Royal British Legion Village to discuss the possibility of an ex-services motorcycle club becoming an official branch of the RBL.
Circumstances took over and this idea was discarded but not forgotten. In late August, Paul Pollard and Graham Barber decided to resurrect the idea and approached some of those who were at the first meeting. The Legion was contacted again with a clear way ahead and an informal meeting was set up in November at RBL Cheltenham where the 14 original members met to discuss how to proceed and to form a committee, 12 volunteered for the first Riders Committee. It was at this meeting that we formally decided on our name and an adapted set of Branch Byelaws. At the end of this informal meeting, the official inaugural meeting took place and ‘The Riders’ were officially formed.
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Christmas lunch. Venue and cost to be advised
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Monthly Brunch / Ride
All are welcome to join us for this social gathering. A decision will be made on where to ride to before hand or as late as on the day. If you wish to just join us for brunch you will be more than welcome.
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Location and Format to be confirmed nearer the time…
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
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The Memorial Ride is a major Branch event and all members are asked to attend in order to pay our respects to our fellow Riders who have sadly passed away over the previous 12 month period.
Memorial service at the Inniskilling Fusiliers Memorial
11:00 – 14:00 Arrival at the NMA
14:00 – 14:30 Memorial service at the Inniskilling Fusiliers Memorial
14:30 – 17:00 Departure at leisure
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
Location and Format to be confirmed nearer the time…
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Location and Format to be confirmed nearer the time…
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
The Anniversary of:-
Royal British Legion RIDERS Branch Inaugural Meeting At Cheltenham Branch, St. Anne’s Road Cheltenham, Glos. on 27th November 2004
In July 2004 a meeting took place at The Royal British Legion Village to discuss the possibility of an ex-services motorcycle club becoming an official branch of the RBL.
Circumstances took over and this idea was discarded but not forgotten. In late August, Paul Pollard and Graham Barber decided to resurrect the idea and approached some of those who were at the first meeting. The Legion was contacted again with a clear way ahead and an informal meeting was set up in November at RBL Cheltenham where the 14 original members met to discuss how to proceed and to form a committee, 12 volunteered for the first Riders Committee. It was at this meeting that we formally decided on our name and an adapted set of Branch Byelaws. At the end of this informal meeting, the official inaugural meeting took place and ‘The Riders’ were officially formed.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED
Located on Sleaford Road (A15), Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN5 9FG
Opposite the Vulcan XM607 – Black Buck
If weather is kind to us, we could have a ride out after 12:00.
If weather not good, why not use the car.
I have brought this event forward so that The Riders can attend the International Bomber Command Centre, Inspire Ride after the Brunch as requested.
EVENT CANCELLED