1.  Introduction: Finally, we can hold the Reunion on Back Badge Day 21st March 2026 in the WOs & Sgts Mess at Imjin Barracks Innsworth Gloucester GL113 1HW.

2. Anyone who has worn, or wears the Back Badge, and their guests, are welcome to attend. Any widows are also encouraged to attend.
3. Please Note: To gain access into the Barracks we intend to hold a block booking system with the Guard Room to ensure speedy access. To that end could you please return vehicle details i.e. Make, Model and Registration Number. Drivers will be directed to the various car parks and disabled passengers may alight at the Mess Main Entrance, whether it be by private vehicle or taxi. There will be no access into the Barracks before 1300hrs.
4. Background: Some key points for the day include:
· Church Service at St Mary de Lode. The service will be conducted by The Rev Canon Nikki Arthy accompanied by ex-members of the Glosters Band and friends, led by Rojer Phelps. Standard Bearers will also be in attendance. Please Note those attending please be seated by 1115hrs, the service will commence at 1130hrs.
· Veterans March through the City. Immediately after the service, the Veterans and Gloucestershire ACF will form up under the Parade Marshal Mr Anthony Jones (TJ). The Parade will then proceed from Archdeacon Street and turning left into Westgate Street, wheeling right into Southgate Street and then right again into Longsmith Street where the parade will Fall Out.
· Transport. This will once again be supplied and driven by Mrs Shirley Casey to ferry from Church/Longsmith Street to Imjin Barracks. There will be a short delay between the two. Could you please annotate your transport requirements on the proforma.
· Gathering. On arrival at the WOs & Sgts Mess you will be checked in and given a seating plan and then directed to the bar waiting area to await the bugle call to proceed to the main hall for lunch. The mess caterers are arranging a three-course luncheon at a cost of £30.00 per person (see menu below), this includes an aperitif on arrival at the bar, a bottle of red wine and a bottle of white wine on each table. Please indicate your seating preference. The lounge bar will remain open after lunch until late and there will be a finger buffet provided for the night owls.
lease book early to avoid disappointment.
Menu: Starter: Chicken Terrine with Apricot and Pancetta
Main Course: Roasted Chicken with Roasted Herb New Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables
Dessert: Treacle Tart with Custard, Tea and Coffee
5. A collection will be taken for the raffle and various gratuities so please bring a little cash. I look forward to seeing you all there.
Yours sincerely
Len Keeling
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Please pay by electronic transfer to: Gloucestershire Regimental Association
Sort Code: 30-99-50 Account No: 38239962
Please include a reference on payment: e.g. Smith x 3
Cheques made payable to: Gloucestershire Regimental Association
13 Sunnyside Park, Claines, Worcester, WR3 7SP
PLEASE E-MAIL OR POST THIS PROFORMA BY 6th MARCH 2026.
Your Name:
Name of Guests:
E-Mail:
Telephone:
Car Registration & Description:
Seating Preference:
All are encouraged to attend the Church Service beginning at 1130hrs and then participate in the march through Gloucester.
Will you attend the Church Service? Yes/No
Will you be marching? Yes/No
Do you need transport and if so, how many seats are required to Imjin Barracks:
Do you have any special dietary needs? If so, please make this clear and we shall do our best to meet your requirement.
I look forward to seeing you all there.