Our Structure
The RBL Kirtlington branch is represented by a seven strong committee of village volunteers from both military and non-military backgrounds. The committee aims to meet quarterly with the Annual General meeting (AGM) held in Q4.
The branch is also supported by a group of non-committee members who play a significant part in organising and executing our fundraising and remembrance events.
Our Aim
The Royal British Legion Kirtlington Branch aims to foster a sense of community and remembrance within the village.
Our Objectives
In support of the Royal British Legion Royal Charter and Membership Handbook, the Royal British Legion, Kirtlington Branch has a focus on the below objectives
1. Support Services
- Provide emotional and practical support to veterans and their families.
2. Fundraising
- Organise and execute fundraising events to support the Royal British Legion’s initiatives.
- Engage the local community in fundraising efforts, fostering a sense of collective responsibility and solidarity.
- Ensure transparency and accountability in the management of funds raised.
3. Remembrance
- Host annual remembrance events, including the Remembrance Parade and service on Remembrance Sunday.
- Encourage participation from all community members, including children and youth groups, to instil the importance of remembrance.
- Preserve and honour the memory of fallen soldiers through ceremonies, memorials and educational activities.
4. Community Engagement
- Foster strong relationships between military and non-military residents of Kirtlington.
- Promote awareness of the Royal British Legion’s mission and activities within the village.
- Encourage volunteerism and active participation in branch initiatives and events.
Our Activities
We will communicate our activities through notifications on the village website, the village Facebook page and the village news.
Become a member
If you are interested in joining as a member of the Kirtlington Branch, please talk to one of the members at one of our events or visit the Royal British Legion website members’ page https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/membership/become-a-member and select Kirtlington as your branch. Please note there is no need to have served in the armed forces to become a member of the Royal British Legion.
