Shipmates,
No. 4 Area Royal Naval Association, comprising 27 branches across Bristol, Dorset, Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall, proudly hosted its Annual Reunion Weekend from 7–9 March 2025 at the Durrant House Hotel in Bideford, North Devon.
As part of the reunion tradition, members organised raffles and fundraising events throughout the weekend, raising an impressive £3,500 for the Reunion Charity Chest. Each branch within No. 4 Area was invited to submit a proposal to receive a portion of these funds to support a cause of their choosing.
The Portland Branch nominated the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, recognising the invaluable assistance the service has provided to its members in the past. The Reunion Committee accepted this proposal and awarded £1,000 to the charity.
At last nights Branch meeting, a cheque was formally presented to Mr Harry Hendry, representative of the Air Ambulance, by Shipmate Peter Shoesmith, Deputy National Council Member and No. 4 Area RNA. Also present for the presentation were Shipmate Dusty Miller, Chairman of the Portland Branch RNA, and Shipmate Ben Cartwright, Deputy Chairman of No. 4 Area RNA and Portland Branch President.
The Royal Naval Association continues to honour its commitment to community and camaraderie, with heartfelt contributions that make a meaningful impact across the South West.