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The Early Early Christmas Fair 2014

Support ABF The Soldiers’ Charity at The Early Early Christmas Fair (EEC Fair) on Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th September in the grounds of Tedworth Park. This year’s Fair, which will be opened year by Lady Carter, will begin earlier than usual and be open from 2pm – 6pm on Tuesday the 23rd September. There […]



Horatio’s Garden

Beautiful Horatio’s Garden can be found at Salisbury District Hospital near the spinal unit.



Salisbury Cathedral Carol Concert for two military charities

Two charities that help military personnel  joined forces for a special Christmas Carol Concert in the beautiful setting of Salisbury Cathedral. ABF, The Soldier’s Charity and Salisbury-based Help for Heroes benefited equally from the event which took take place on 6th December. It raised over £30,000. Stars such as actors Emilia Fox, her father, Edward […]



It’s time to re-wild our children

It is not often that the Director of a wildlife organisation encourages people to head to the cinema, but that’s what Dr Gary Mantle MBE, Director of Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is doing. Research published last week shows that only one in five children now have a connection to nature. The implications are significant; for families, […]



Swim for Swan

A charity which helps vulnerable adults in the county is holding a swimming challenge in Salisbury and Trowbridge to help raise funds and keep their vital work going. The first ever Swim for Swan ‘Legacy for Wiltshire’ Challenge is to be held on Saturday, September 21 in partnership with Wiltshire Council, on behalf of Swan […]