Christmas Wreath Making
What perfect weather for Christmas Wreath Making, it was very cold, frosty and sunny at the Retreat. Everyone enjoyed the Christmas Wreath Making and would like to thank Sue Poole…
Bushcraft
Come to Veterans Bushcraft, learn new skills, enjoy the fresh air, good company and a brew. This week you can learn to make your own kindling using an axe and…
Wildlife at the Retreat
The wildlife that can be seen at the retreat is astounding, from Red Kites catching a mouse for their fledglings, an Owl sheltering in the wood pile and today a…
Summer Wreath Making
The rain didn’t stop the ladies making their way to the retreat today, because Sue Poole from Reaseheath College was going to be there to show everyone how to make…
Colourful at the Retreat in July
Lots of hard work was going on at the retreat on Thursday. It was definitely a photo opportunity. The beekeeper was busy and the Honey produced is delicious. There is…
The Red Tractor
When Cllr Gill Burnet who was Mayor of Newcastle 2022-May 2023 told us we would be her charity whilst she was in office, we were delighted and never expected to…
Floral Arrangements
During the latter months of last year we were lucky enough to have Sue Poole from Reaseheath College to come to the Veterans Retreat and show us how to make…
Annual Bushcraft show
The Tri Services Veterans Support Centre recently attended the annual Bushcraft show alongside Staffordshire Bushcraft and Survival. The event saw great weather and drew in a lot of visitors. One…
Afternoon Tea with Sassy Songbirds
What a great afternoon in May 2023 with Sassy Songbirds who kindly gave their time for free to help us raise funds. There was a buffet from Party Pigs who…
BlackSmith Project
What a fantastic opportunity. Our Veterans are making the most of visiting Ben our local Blacksmith in Mow Cop and being shown how to make various products from iron. They…