Spearhead Forces Programme

Since 2018, what began as a simple WhatsApp group has grown into a foundation running weekly events to give veterans a place to connect, feel involved, and regain the sense of belonging many experienced during their time in the armed forces.

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We do this through a series of funded weekly programmes and by partnering with organisations that work hard to ensure everyone has a space where they can unwind, feel grounded, enjoy themselves, and reflect on their service.

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What’s on offer?

Each week, we carry out home visits on behalf of Trafford Council and GP surgeries across Trafford and Salford who refer individuals for social support. Every Friday, we host our Coffee Clubs at Worsley Green Cricket Club as part of a joint venture with Worsley Green CC Community. These sessions offer coffee, advice, workshops, and support with benefit claims and appointments, particularly for elderly visitors.

On the second Saturday of every month, we run a breakfast club open to all veterans, the armed forces community, and members of the emergency services.

In 2026, we’ll be expanding further with a new breakfast club on the first Saturday of each month in Doncaster, along with a weekly coffee club in the same area. We’ll also be introducing a twice‑monthly Saturday morning coffee club in Wythenshawe for veterans and the armed forces community.

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Every second Wednesday, we bring a bit of adrenaline into the mix with our Armed Forces Karting sessions, where veterans can take to the track at Trafford Karting and enjoy some friendly competition.