Operation Bletchley
Take on one of the UK’s most innovative events as you tackle the fiendish codes, explore the great outdoors and learn more about our incredible heroes from the Second World War. Your mission is to cover the miles, crack the codes and uncover the secret message you need to deliver to Winston Churchill before time runs out.
Skydive in East Anglia
Sign up to Skydive in East Anglia for the Army Benevolent Fund at Beccles or Peterborough with UK Parachuting.
Unit Christmas PT 2025
Join the Army Benevolent Fund by taking part in a variety of Christmas activities throughout December 2025.
Essex Christmas Concert 2025
Join us for the annual Army Benevolent Fund Essex Christmas Concert on Thursday 11th December 2025 at St Botolph’s Church, Colchester.
Carlowrie Burns Supper and Ceilidh
Join the Army Benevolent Fund to celebrate the life and legacy of Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns, with an unforgettable evening of traditional, fine dining, and entertainment.
ABF Essex Quiz Night 2026
Join us for an ABF Quiz Night on Thursday 19th March 2026 at Colchester Rugby Club.
London Marathon 2026
Take on the greatest road race in the world in the 2026 TCS London Marathon. Join our Fundraising Army and experience unrivalled support and become part of our incredible community of runners as you take on the most famous marathon in the world.
Charity Golf Day – Colchester Golf Club 2026
Join us for a Charity Golf Day at Colchester Golf Club on Friday 30th April 2026. Get together a team of 4 and take on the challenge!
Cateran Yomp
The Cateran Yomp is the biggest, toughest event of its kind. Every year, hundreds of Yompers gather in the Scottish wilderness to battle through the foothills of the Cairngorm Mountains, walking continuously for 54 miles over 24 hours.
The Yorkshire Big Curry Lunch 2026
The Yorkshire Big Curry Lunch – Yorkshire’s hottest event of the year. Eat curry to raise funds for the British Army’s national charity.