June 2026 Newsletter

RAFCF SUMMER ROADSHOWS

We've been busy up and down the country over the last two months, bringing sport and physical activity to the forefront of station life!

We engaged with over 200 serving personnel through fun-filled sporting activity, visited 8 station clubs who have been supported with our funding over the last 12 months, and spoke with station leadership teams on how we can further develop the provision of physical activity at each site.

We'd like to thank the incredible teams at RAF Valley, RAF Marham and RAF Lossiemouth for their support and collaboration during our visits. Unfortunately, due to the recent extreme heat, we have had to postpone the Brize Norton edition, but we hope to reschedule this for later in the year.

As we reflect on the fantastic success of the 2026 Roadshow, we have already started to think about our plans for 2027! With just a few spots available each year, if you're due to be at a station that you feel would gain value in hosting us next spring/summer, please reach out to the Central Fund marketing team.

HEALTH AND PERFORMANCE IN DEFENCE

The RAF Athletics Association, in collaboration with the Royal British Legion and the RAF Central Fund, hosted the annual Health and Performance in Defence Symposium at Lilleshall National Sports Centre, near RAF Cosford this month.

Delivering a packed and engaging programme, the event explored key issues affecting performance, wellbeing, and longevity in sport and service life.

The symposium brought together athletes, clinicians, and leaders in sport to share best practice and advance understanding in supporting both female and male physiology, health, and wellbeing. The location also provided an opportunity to visit the RBL-led Battle Back Centre and gain insight into the outstanding work they do to support military veterans.

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RAF SPORTS LOTTERY

Congratulations to our recent Sports Lottery jackpot winners, each taking home a massive £10,000!

THANK YOU to all of our players, your tickets help us to continue our charitable work to safeguard the health and wellbeing of serving personnel through access to sport and physical activities.

Have you changed rank or Station recently? If you need to update your account details or would like a reminder of your ticket numbers, please contact Sterling Lotteries on:

0370 050 5893
rafsports@sterlinglotteries.co.uk

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