British veterans group in France needs help setting up breakfast clubs

The events let veterans and serving members of the British armed forces offer mutual support and make new friends

Thomas Brent

Published saturday 15 October 2022 - 11:00 Last updated saturday 15 October 2022 - 11:00

Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Clubs facilitate the meeting of veterans and serving armed forces personnel in a relaxed, safe and social environment to share breakfast and banter, and to combat loneliness.

There are currently active clubs running in Brittany and the Aquitaine area, but the organisation is looking for volunteers to start new clubs in their local departments.

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It has more than 420 clubs spanning 14 countries, with approximately 150,000 members worldwide.

More information on the AFVBC is available at afvbc.net.

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