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About Us

The Huddersfield Veterans was established over 120 years ago for men and women living in Huddersfield and surrounding areas who are ex-members of the Army, Royal Navy or Royal Air Force, aged over 55 years, and who were discharged from the forces with good character.

Where the Huddersfield Veterans Came from, and where it's going

Our Services and History

Membership is entirely free, and the benefits of joining us include community support, outings, social events, home and hospital visits, and assistance in times of need.

Click the sections below to discover more about how the Huddersfield Veterans has been helping people for over 120 years, how it got started, and how you can become part of its impressive story.

Join the Huddersfield Veterans

Discover the benefits of membership and complete the online application form to join the Huddersfield Veterans.

History of the Huddersfield Veterans

Find out how we got started in June of 1897 with just 44 members, and where we’re going next.

Trips and Events

Take a look at our calendar of Huddersfield Veterans’ events, socials, flag days and trips right here.

Huddersfield Veterans Association Gives Thanks to the NHS, and Key Workers

Take a look at where the Veterans have been

Gallery

Take a look at all the great things the Huddersfield Veterans are doing, and the places they’ve visited. Join now so you can join the Veterans on their excursions, socials and field trips!

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How many, and how long

Veterans' Numbers

During its impressive tenure over the last century and beyond, the Huddersfield Veterans has served a huge number of members, and continues to do so with the support of the public.

1027

Total Members

121

Years in Operation

What's Going on at Huddersfield Veterans

Latest News

Events

Remembrance Day Service at Greenhead Park, 2020

A socially distanced service was held at the Cenotaph in the park on Remembrance Day, where the Veterans joined members of the public in paying their respects.

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Huddersfield Veterans Remembrance Day, 2020

As it looks like the Huddersfield Veterans Remembrance Day Parade in Greenhead Park will not be taking its usual format this year, due to Covid restrictions, I thought I would …

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Looking Back: 10 Years Since Lance Corporal Graham Shaw’s Funeral

The Huddersfield Veterans attended the funeral of Lance Corporal Graham Shaw, the first soldier from Huddersfield to be killed in Afghanistan. The 27-year-old from Golcar was serving with the 3rd …

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Get in touch with the Huddersfield Veterans

Contact Us

Feel free to get in touch at any time if you’d like more information about joining the Veterans, donating or sponsorship, or anything else we can help with.

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Joining the Veterans

The form on the left is for general enquiries. If you’d like to join, you can complete and submit the application form by clicking here.

Welcome to the Huddersfield Veterans