News & Events
News
- Seasonal Greetings to everyoneSeasonal Greetings to everyoneRead more...
- Linda HeronWe regret to pass on the sad news that Bob Heron’s wife Linda died on 9th October. As those who know Bob and Linda will know, she had not been well for some time. A short service to celebrate Linda’s life was held at 3m, on Tuesday, 28th October 2025, at the :- Park Wood Crematorium Park Wood ...Read more...
- Pat Harley – Huddersfield BranchWe regret to advise that Pat Harley, the long time secretary of the Huddersfield Branch has passed away. We will publish further details when they become available. In the meantime please direct all Branch business correspondence to John Hogg at the Association office, in Halifax. eMail: rhq@dwr.org.uk TEL: 01422 356795Read more...
- Windscreen stickersVinyl Windscreen stickers are now available from the Association office. They are reusable, should you change car or have to replace a damaged screen. All you need to do is clean the area of windscreen where you want to put it, wet the front of the sticker and apply it to the screen. Peel off the backing ...Read more...
- Museum Visitors from Palazzuolo sul SenioThe association hosted a visit from five members of a military re-enactment group from Palazzuolo-sul-Scenio, in Italy. Some Veterans and Battlefield trip Group members will remember it is the town which the Dukes visited in 2011, on the Anniversary of the Battle of Monte Ceco, from September 1944. Regimental Secretary David Harrap acted as their guide, both ...Read more...
- Historical Enquiries – Temporary Closure of ServiceWe regret to advise that as of today, 30th April 2025, owing to unforeseen technical issues, the Regimental Archives Historical Enquiries service is temporarily closed. When the service is able to resume this notice will be removed For further information see the Archives page:- https://www.dwr.org.uk/regimental-family-history-research/Read more...
- EasterWishing everyone a fruitful gathering of Eggs on SundayRead more...
- Funeral Notification – George TemplemanSgt George Templeman It is with deepest sorrow, we announce the passing of our close friend and comrade George (Temp) Templeman. George served in the ‘Dukes for approximately 13 years in many locations including Ballykelly where, although primarily Anti-tank Platoon, he also served with John Hogg and Les Brooks, as Section Commanders, in the composite platoon in ...Read more...
- New Regimental Secretary for the Royal Yorkshire Regiment RHQAs many may be aware, the current Royal Yorks Regiment Regimental Secretary, Lt Col David O’Kelly, retired this month, after 18 years loyal and outstanding service. Colonel Nigel Rhodes will take over the position in November. Nigel commissioned into the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment (West Riding) in 1991, serving as the Operations Officer, Adjutant and Corunna Company ...Read more...
- Change of RHQ eMail AddressWith immediate effect the Association office has a new eMail address. which is rhq@dwr.org.uk Note that eMails sent to the older BT Connect number may not be seen.Read more...
Events
- Regimental Reunion – Saturday 5th April 2025The next Veterans Reunion is Saturday, 4th April, 2026 For more info on Reunions see the Veterans Reunions Page:-Read more...
- VJ Day – 1940’s Day at Bankfield MuseumFor those who are interested, there will be a bit of an event at Bankfield. The archives will have a table area inside the museum, with the Colours on display and a continuous slide show. Also there will be some Regimental Prints on sale, Possibly a free book with the purchase. Some PRI Items, Windscreen stickers ...Read more...
- Halifax Armed Forces Day – 28th JuneRead more...
- Korean War – 75th Anniversary presentation – 25th JuneRead more...
- Keith Wood – Funeral NotificationThe Association has been advised that Keith Wood recently passed away. Keith served in the MT Platoon; and also on the Brigade Liaison Officer’s Team, in Strensall, in 1967. Keith’s funeral was held on Monday 12 May 2025 at 11:00hrs Acklam Crematorium Acklam Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 7HDRead more...
- Regimental Reunions – HalifaxBi-annual reunions are held on the first Saturday of April and October of each year. Organised by Alwyn Chapman & Tracker Oakley from the 33/76 Facebook Group. The Regimental Association helps by funding a Free Pie and Pea lunch for the Regiments veterans. Starting from 12 O’clock – if not before! The Duke of Wellington, 30 Commercial St, Halifax, HX1 ...Read more...
- Brigadier Johnny Walker OBE – Death NotificationThe association has been advised that Brigadier Johnny Walker sadly passed away. As most will know Johnny had been suffering a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He retired in 1992. Johnny was OC Burma Coy in 1977. The 1st Battalion’s CO in Belize, 1984-1987. Nordic Ski Team Manager in 1984 and 1988. He was awarded an OBE in 1987 and the ...Read more...
- Paul Rumball – Funeral NotificationThe Association had received the sad news that Paul Rumball, who served as a young officer in the Dukes throughout the 1980s, has died following a 10 year battle with cancer. Paul’s funeral wase held on 5th March, at 143:0hrs, in:- St Margaret’s church, Bethersden, Ashford TN26 3AD. RECORDING LINK: This is the link to view and/or download a copy of the ...Read more...
- Frank Ettenfield – Funeral NotificationThe Association has been advised of the death of Frank Ettenfield, on the 23rd of January 2025. Frank served in the Dukes from 1966 – 1974. Frank is survived by his wife Pam and their family. Frank’s funeral took place at 10:45hrs, on Monday the 17th of February 2025 at:- Oakworth Crematorium, Wide Lane, Oakworth, Keighley, BD22 0RJRead more...
- Michael Wroe – Funeral Arrangements – 7th March 2025It was with great regret that we were advised of the death of our dear friend and comrade Michael Wroe. As many of us know, Mick and Claire lost their son Tom in Afghanistan some years ago. Since then they have spent an enormous effort raising funds through walking and football arrangements. The funeral service took place, at ...Read more...
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