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Wreath Of Respect Pin Badge.
We have a limited edition number of pin badges for the Wreath of Respect,
£5 Inc postage unless you would like recorded delivery which is extra.
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Wreath of Respect Travelling 2022
Wreath of Respect From Monday 02 May 2022 to Sunday 15 May 2022 we will be riding around the UK by motorbike visiting the gravesites of men who lost their lives in the Falklands war in 1982. Please support our cause for the South Atlantic Medal Association
Wreath of Respect will be joining this amazing event 2022.
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The 40th anniversary of the Falklands war is in 2022. Our ride is to promote: Remembrance, Respect, Awareness and Support.
Following our three successful rides in 2019, 2020 and 2021, from Monday 02 May to Sunday 15 May 2022 a team of four veterans - Paul Moore, Charlie McColgan, (both Falklands veterans) Phill Damant and Tony McKie will be riding around the UK by motorbike visiting the gravesites and memorials of men of who lost their lives in the Falklands war in 1982. A total of 2600 miles in 14 days, visiting over 80 graves and memorials of the Falklands war.
We are doing this ride to demonstrate that these men are not forgotten, to pay our respects to each one and their families, and to raise funds for the South Atlantic Medal Association who continue to support veterans of the Falklands war and most importantly, the families who have lost loved ones.
We will cover the whole of the UK including Lanchester, Gosforth, Whitley Bay, Dundee, Macduff, Arbroath, Oban, Spean Bridge, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Hamilton, Irvine, Lisburn, Wrexham, Liverpool, Rhyl, Wrexham, Bolton, Stockport, Sheffield, Derby, Lowestoft, Braintree, Northampton, Cinderford, Ross on Wye, Hereford, Pontypool, Gillingham, Worthing, Plymouth, Poole, Portsmouth, Tidworth, Brookwood, Frimley and Aldershot. In North Yorkshire, on Day 15 our final act of remembrance will be at Hutton Rudby in North Yorkshire where we will pay our respects to Sir Rex Hunt, the former Governor of the Falkland Islands in 1982, before ending the ride at The Last Post Memorial bar in Thornaby.
During the ride, any of our supporters, families and friends are welcome to join us. We will try to stick to the published programme as much as possible to make it easy for you to do so, and will always try to be early if we can. We also expect to be joined at various times by riders from Airborne Forces Riders, RBL Riders, The Widows Sons, (Masonic Riders), The Royal Marine Riders, Invictus MC, Patriots MC, Norfolk HOG and others.
Joining Riders are most welcome but you must understand that we are following a programme and timings are very tight. We will not wait for you if you arrive late or miss an RV. Note also that we may have to change the plan at short notice for a variety of reasons so keep an eye on the Facebook page for updates. You also must make all of your own admin arrangements. Keep updated on our Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/Falklands-War-SAMA-Ride-of-Respect-2022
The programme is out on our Facebook page and we would love families and friends of the fallen to join us in our act of remembrance and respect at the grave or memorial. We are limited to about half an hour at each location due to the distances we have to cover each day so we will keep our short service very simple and respectful. As we did not know all of the fallen personally it is always emotional and inspirational to talk with their families and friends who attend, and find out a little about the person that they lost. It would be an honour to meet you.
The South Atlantic Medal Association intend to maintain and promote a sense of pride and comradeship among all veterans of the South Atlantic campaign, in a manner which respects both individual privacy and personal requirements. We also wish to establish and maintain contact with other organisations involved in the welfare of of the Armed Forces and ensure that due consideration is given to the interests of South Atlantic veterans. SAMA (82) will also investigate for consideration, by an appropriate organisation, any case of hardship or distress amongst South Atlantic veterans
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Please support this effort in whatever way you can. Every donation - no matter how small - helps. Thank you.
RIDERS COSTS - a request.
This ride is entirely self-funded by the riders themselves and from previous experience we know that it costs around £1300 each just to complete the ride. We are very grateful for any assistance, and if you would like to help with our direct costs separate to your charitable donation, either as an individual or a corporate donation to our ride expenses, these can be made by PayPal at: paul508@mac.com. Please use the friends and family option. For bank transfer please use:
Barclays Bank
Ride Admin Account
Account No: 63476707
Sort Code:20-25-25
From the Ride Team: Paul, Charlie, Phill and Tony, we Thank you.
Wreath of Respect supporter.
Here are few words from William and what the Wreath of Respect means to him.
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Read Williams story on the News Page
The wreath of respect is important to me in both a respective and personal way, it is respective due to always being a constant reminder to all those that have been lost due to past wars, it is also a reminder that those who were lost will never be forgotten. It is important to me on a personal level because it was an event that changed my life and in that time I made many new friends which I am still in contact with to this day and opened many doors for me to show my talent The wreath of respect ride will always be a memory I cherish for many years to come
Delighted to be invited to 396 (Paisley) Squadron Air Training Corps with the Wreath of Respect.
Thank you Iain Shoveller for affording us the time to tell everyone about the Wreath of Respect and for your help with the proposed visit to the Scottish War Blinded Centre Paisley.
The Wreath of Respect was very well received at the Scottish War Blinded Centre in Paisley today. It was a pleasure to be able to speak with Veterans who use the centre about the Wreath, its' history and its travels. Some of the Veterans recounted tales of members of their own families who served and about VC Recipients commemorated locally and in areas where they lived across the West of Scotland.
After lunch the CO of 396 (Paisley) Squadron ATC, Iain Shoverell, Staff and Cadets joined us for a very moving Service of Remembrance conducted by the Sqdn Padre. The Banner Party included a Scottish War Blinded Veteran ,who carried the Charity's Standard. For some of the Cadets this was their first Banner Parade performed in public and all carried out their roles with pride and impeccably. After the Service we were treated to refreshments and a visit round the centre to see some of the activities the Members participate in which include Archery, Bowls, Woodwork, Painting, IT Skills, Cookery and much more. Thank you to everyone at the Scottish War Blinded Centre, Hawkhead, Paisley for the warm welcome and hospitality. Thanks also to all at 396 (Paisley) ATC for your support.
The Wreath of Respect visited the Scottish War Blind Centre at Linburn, Edinburgh today and was very well received, so much so we've been invited to attend again.
The Wreath of Respect is visiting appropriate locations in Scotland. We were honored to be given a private visit to the Shrine & Scottish National War Memorial where the Wreath was placed with a Poppy Wreath by Veterans from different groups to show respect for all who served and made to ultimate sacrifice. Lest We Forget. Andrew Wright Alan McNamara Gordon Greenan Steve Mccully Suzanne Fernando Catherine Coffield Douglas Hutton Gavin Harry Wragg Gus Macleod Keith Macleod Lt. Col. John Charteris Lt. Col. Colin McGrory
Popped into the NMA this morning and met some lovely gents from the North East Scotland Disabled Veterans Association. They were delight to see and hold the Wreath of Respect.
Wreath of Respect plays a major roll in the International Birmingham Tattoo 2018.
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November 2018 will be a weekend the Wreath of Respect will never forget. Please take a look at the Wreath of Respects Riders page for more news and details of this most prestigious evnt and all the riders who supported the Wreath of Respect on its journey.
Scottish Parliament welcomes the Wreath of Respect
November saw the Wreath of Respect been laid to rest at the Scottish Parliament, Bernie was invited to take part. The Wreath of Respect was on show for all Parliamentary officials and personnel to see, also been told the story of the Wreath and how it travels the UK and over seas.
We would like to say a very big thank you to all involved in such a wonderful setting and support, more photo son the gallery pages.
Wimblebury War Memorial - Bench Dedication 22nd July 2018
As part of the WW1 Centenary, the Council has bought a Memorial Bench and held a Dedication Service.
I...t was a well attended and respectful service, expertly conducted by the Reverend Glynne Watkin and supported by the Riders of Respect.
Many thanks to all who helped.
Breaking Bread Bakery (Colin Ball) of Bridgtown for their extremely kind donation of bread and cakes, to Ruth Howell and Jean Dodds and all who helped make the sandwiches and prepare the food and Janine Arm for helping with the food and drinks.
Berni Wilkins for arranging for Wreath of Repect and the motorcycle riders. Thanks for allowing me the honour to lead the procession.
Wimblebury Community Centre for the use of the hall. Julie Aston and Nain Aston for all their help.
Thank you to all who attended and a big thanks to Glynne Watkin who was the glue that held everything together.
Royal Star & Garter Visit
Some of the Wreath of Respect Riders visited the Royal Star & Garter Home in Solihull yesterday after our rehearsal for the Birmingham International Tattoo. We were warmly welcomed and despite the heat a few of the residents waited outside for our arrival and then came to inspect the bikes. We are the first Performers from the Birmingham International Tattoo to have visited the home which is celebrating it's 10th Birthday this year.
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After a brief talk about the Wreath of Respect with pictures each of the residents had the opportunity to hold and have their picture taken with the Wreath, and the Riders had the opportunity to chat with them, hear their stories and look around the home. Pictures will follow.
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I'm sure this won't be our last visit and we're looking forward to a long and happy association with them and TroopAid as both these organisations are beneficiaries of the Birmingham International Tattoo.
Thank you to Charley Wilson Staff and Residents of the Royal Star and Garter Homes for your hospitality and scrumptious afternoon tea. Thanks also to all the Wreath of Respect Riders who joined us on the visit after a long hard rehearsal in sweltering heat (I know mamy more would have liked to join us but were unable to - there'll be other visits).
The Wreath of Respect paid a visit to the Lady Haig Poppy Factory in Edinburgh Scotland and received a very warm welcome as can be seen from the pictures. Thank you to Charlie Pelling and all the staff for the very interesting informative and inspirational visit.
for more information on the work of the Lady Haig Poppy Factory go to https://ladyhaigspoppyfactory.org.uk you can also follow them on facebook
Wreath of Respect took part in the stone dedication for Alan Jerrard VC. More to follow.
Thanks to Derek Johnson Business & Civic Manager Lewisham Council for the warm welcome and exceptionally well organised
event and wonderful hospitality.
Recently Visited Northern Ireland
The Wreath of Respect has just finished a respectfully
tour of Northern Ireland and visited Belfast.
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The Wreath was transport by the British Legion Riders across Ireland and also had members come from the UK mainland and take part in the event.
Falklands Commemorations Run
Falklands Commemoration Run 2017.
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Took Place on Sunday 18th June 2017.
Lots of Motorcycles took part and organisations.
All money raised will be going to the Royal British Legion and South Atlantic Medal Association Cymru. The donations will also be funding the New Peace Garden in Brecon to show respect to all those who took part in the Falklands War.
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The weather was amazing and very hot, it was great to see so many turn out on motorcycles but also members of the public attending on the morning and then visiting the National Museum of Wales.
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The service was held in Alexandra Gardens Cardiff, there was full service of respect, Poppy Crosses, Wreath of Respect and Wreaths for the services.
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The First Minister of Wales attended and helped with a reading in the service, also a lone Wreath was laid for all those who took part in the WWI from 1914 - 1918
The Wreath of Respect will lead, followed by the Forces Wreath riders, the 258 Poppy Cross bearers and followed by all other riders taking part.
Please go to Wreath of Respect Facebook page or 35 Years Falklands page for more information.
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New photos from the day have been put in the gallery pages.
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The Senedd welcomes the Wreath of Respect.
The Wreath of Respect attended a very special memorial service held at the Welsh Assembly Government Building on
Wednesday 25th June 2017.
The service was organised to commemorate 35 years since the Falklands War on that day.
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The First Minister for Wales attended Mr Carwyn Jones AM
and many other representatives from all the other parties across the Wales Government.
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In attendance was also, the Army, Navy and the Royal Air Force including other forces charities and organisations.
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It was a very emotional day and was organised by Darren Miller AM:
Secretary of the Cross Party Group for the Armed Forces and Cadets
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New images of the Wreath of Respect
Wreath of Respect,
Some more wonderful images from local photographer Darryl Owen while the Wreath of Respect is back in Wales before traveling the UK again later this year.
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Please share and copy.
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Thank you to Darryl Owen for your support.
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