RAF Halton

Girls Festival of Rugby

In October, RAF Halton were delighted to host the annual SecureCloud+ Girls Festival of Rugby supported by the RAF Ruby Union Women’s Team and various military rugby referees.

The event is a round robin tournament that involves 45 teams of circa 1200 under 18 female rugby players who are fit and motivated with an understanding of team ethos and the application of effort towards a common goal.

Mrs Emma Leek, Aylesbury and Chesham Under 18’s Coach said: “It is my first time here and it is fantastic to see so many girls playing competitive rugby. It’s great news for the future of our sport.”

With Warrant Officer Wilson, Council Member of the RAF Rugby Union saying: “The skill level and enjoyment of the players and everyone at the event has gone through the roof. It really meets the aspiration for growing rugby."

History of the Armed Forces

In September, Jackson and McTeague flight held an event on ‘The History of the Armed Forces’.

Station personnel were invited to the ADF building to view the recruits’ presentations and have the opportunity to hear some of the interesting stories they had learnt of during their research.

A vast range of presentations was given, showcasing the history of aircraft, the history of military uniform, and some recruits gave their family history detailing multi-generational family members who had served within the armed forces including original artefacts from World War II.

Well done to the recruits who had clearly spent a lot of time on their research which ensured a successful event.

Editor's Note: Content from RAF Halton Facebook page. Photos Crown Copyright.