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Rob Bishop

Rob Bishop

No More Parades: It is my sad duty to inform the passing of 24343168 Robert (Rob) Bishop of the 1st Battalion of The Gloucestershire Regiment on the 17thof June 2024 at Taunton Musgrove Hospital after a brave fight against cancer. Rob is survived by three Sisters who are coordinating his funeral…
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Victor (Vic) Gingell

It is my sad duty to inform the passing of 24093636 LCpl Victor (Vic) Gingell, of the 1st Battalion of The Gloucestershire Regiment on the 15th May 2024. Vic served from 1966 – 1988 and was stationed in England, Northern Ireland, BAOR, Canada, Belize, Berlin, Denmark and Cyprus. His service…
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Stan Gunnell

Please be advised of the passing of Pte Stan Gunnell late Glosters.  Stan served as a national serviceman with the Glosters in February 1951, having completed his basic training Stan was on a merchant Ship as part of a detachment of reinforcements on their way to report to the 1st Battalion who…
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Details of Vic Gingell’s funeral

Vic Gingell's funeral will take place on Wednesday 19 th June at Semington crematorium at 13:15 hrs. Devizes Road Semington Trowbridge BA14 6HL Any Regimental Ties are welcome to attend Condolences have been sent to the family RIP Vic gone but not forgotten
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Glosters Memorial Unveiling

Glosters Memorial Unveiling

THE GLOUCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT MEMORIAL Having started fundraising in earnest in mid -2023, I am delighted to be able to let you know that we are now able to formally announce that the Dedication of the Gloucestershire Regiment Memorial will take place on Wednesday 25th September 2024 at the National Memorial Arboretum…
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WOII Paul Jenkins

WOII Paul Jenkins

WOII Paul Jenkins a Glosters veteran, passed away recently, his funeral will take place on Monday 3 June at 11:30 hrs at Fradley Crematorium Fradley Lane Litchfield Staffs WS13 8GA
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Imjin Lunch 2024 Report

Imjin Lunch 2024 Report

Good afternoon all Well, what can one say? What a cracking Imjin lunch at the Taunton Rugby Club. I am sure you will agree with me that the food and staff were excellent. A big thank you to Martin, Len, and the team that put this event together. A thank…
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