The Poppy Factory

A special poem to mark a special year. 2026 marks 100 years of us being in Richmond. Join us for special discovery sessions to celebrate. Our Trustee, Major General (rtd) Professor Tim Hodgetts CB CBE DL, wrote 'Beyond our Walls - a centenary poem' to mark this special occasion. Have a watch below. poppyfactory.org/discoverydays/

As we celebrate our centenary in Richmond, it's great to have the support of friends like the Richmond Local History Society. Huge thanks to Mark and Doug for dropping in to our recent discovery session and donating copies of their book, Amazing Richmond Bridge. Discover our story this year: poppyfactory.org/visit Thanks as ever to @Visit_Richmond1 for sharing!

Our Veteran and Family Services team came together for a couple of away days at the @Nat_Mem_Arb this week. As a charity supporting veterans and their families, much of our work happens in different locations where opportunities to spend time together in person don’t come around often. That made the day even more valuable. Set in a place dedicated to remembrance and reflection, it was a chance to connect as a team, share experiences, and take a moment to reflect on the impact of our work. Time together like this strengthens how we support the Armed Forces community — not just as colleagues, but as a team with a shared purpose. poppyfactory.org #NationalArboretum #PoppyFactory #ArmedForces #veterans #employment #support

The Poppy Factory will mark its centenary in Richmond with a series of special events to celebrate 100 years of employment support for veterans and their families 👏 READ MORE ➡️richmond.nub.news/news/local-new…

Join the lunchtime discovery session in our visitor centre on Wednesday 22 April and be part of our Richmond centenary celebrations! Another great reason to @Visit_Richmond1... Tickets here: poppyfactory.org/event/discover…

The Poppy Factory has announced a record year of support for the Armed Forces community, helping 1,240 veterans and family members to feel healthier, more independent and better connected through employment. The figures are published in our latest Annual Report and Accounts and Impact Report, highlighting growing demand for specialist employment services that are delivered by the charity nationally with the support of its partners. poppyfactory.org/impact

We’re proud to be celebrating 100 years in Richmond in 2026. From our move from the Old Kent Road in 1926 to the thriving community and visitor centre we are today, The Poppy Factory has spent a century supporting veterans and their families to build brighter futures after service. Join us this year to discover our story through special events, Discovery Sessions and open days — and see first-hand how our work continues today. - Book a weekly Discovery Session this spring and summer - Or drop in to our Armed Forces Week Open Day - Monday 22 June | 10am–4pm (no booking needed) We’d love to welcome you to explore our visitor centre and be part of this special year. poppyfactory.org/richmond-100/ #PoppyFactory100 #ArmedForcesCommunity #Richmond #VeteransSupport #visit

At The Poppy Factory we know not everyone has a positive military experience, and we also know that a lot of veterans have been treated unfairly, and that is particularly true for LGBTQ+ veterans. All veterans are welcome at The Poppy Factory. We honour your service and will respect your story, there's no obligation to talk about anything you don't want to. We just want to support you to achieve the goals that are important to you. poppyfactory.org/supportservices #LGBTQ+ #veterans #armedforces #employment #support #poppyfactory

Consistency and quality are vital ingredients when it comes to ensuring effective employment support for veterans and families facing challenges. So we're delighted to have once again renewed our @matrix_Standard - the benchmark for top-class information, advice and guidance, issued on behalf of the @educationgovuk poppyfactory.org/matrix-standar…

@ptsdresolution Great to have you with us!

Delighted to continue our collaboration with the @PoppyFactory supporting Veterans on their journey back into meaningful employment! 📷 Our Clinical Director Malcolm Hanson recently delivered a resilience session as part of 'Poppy Pathways' - - More here: ww.poppyfactory.org/poppy-pathways/

We're proud to be part of the VALOUR programme, supporting veterans in the South West. Debbie Boughtflower, Director of Operations at The Poppy Factory, said: “It’s exciting to be working with new VALOUR partners in the South West to help veterans and their families connect with a whole range of regional services. We know our specialist employment support helps veterans and family members feel healthier, more independent and more resilient – especially when they are also supported effectively by our partners.” More info here: poppyfactory.org/valour-south-w…

We're proud to unite with six other charities as part of @VeteransGovUK's VALOUR programme, supporting veterans in the South West. Thousands of ex-forces personnel will soon be able to visit the UK’s first network of veteran support centres and gain easier access to local services across health, housing, employment and more, including one based at @AlabareUK's Riverside Sanctuary in Salisbury. Our Director of Operations Debbie Boughtflower said: "It’s exciting to be working with new VALOUR partners in the South West to help veterans and their families connect with a whole range of regional services. We know our specialist employment support helps veterans and family members feel healthier, more independent and more resilient – especially when they are also supported effectively by our partners." More here: poppyfactory.org/valour-south-w…

Our Families Employment Specialists, like Charleigh, support any adult family member find a career which suits them and their family's needs. If you are/know someone who is caring for or connected to someone in the Armed Forces community, get in touch now: poppyfactory.org/families/

This English Tourism Week celebrate the @PoppyFactory for their incredible work in helping veterans and their families to make progress on the path to employment. 🎉@VisitEnglandBiz #EnglishTourismWeek2026 @visitlondon 🌸 Know more - visitrichmond.co.uk/outdoor-activi…

Families in the Armed Forces community can face unique challenges, especially when supporting a loved one who served. Charleigh from our Families Employment Service highlights the personalised support to help family members build confidence and move forward in their careers, including help with CVs, applications and identifying new opportunities. If you’re 18+ and your working life has been affected by a family member’s service, you may be eligible for support. poppyfactory.org/families/suppo… #ForcesFamilies #ArmedForcesCommunity #EmploymentSupport

Tracie from our Navigator team will be at the Coventry Veterans breakfast on 11 March from 10am-12pm. If you're a veteran in the local area pop by the Coventry Rugby Club and find out about local support. poppyfactory.org/navigator

If you have lost a loved one in the Armed Forces in service or due to service related reasons, we are here for you. DMWS are working alongside @CorporalScotty, @CruseSupport, @CruseScotland, and @PoppyFactory. To learn more, please visit: dmws.org.uk/supporting-mil…