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Six injured veterans are walking 1000 miles in 72 days for charity. The team is raising money for Walking With The Wounded which provides support through long term employment. Chris Kaye joined the welcoming party at the Beacon in Catterick Garrison at the end of day 17. #WWTW #WalkOfBritain #WalkingWithTheWounded #Catterick #BFBS #ChrisKaye #Army #Marines #Navy #RAF

Thousands of runners descended on Catterick Garrison for the original endurance race. The gates of Vimy Barracks were thrown open to welcome competitors taking part in the Paras 10 - a ten miler which is part of the Parachute Regiment selection test. Military personnel of all ranks & cap badges took part alongside veterans & civilians. BFBS caught up with the runners at the finish line. #Paras #Paras10 #Army #Catterick #Running #BFBS #Radio

32 Engineer Regiment are settling into life in North Yorkshire. Now under 8 Engineer Brigade, the 600 strong unit now calls Marne Barracks its home. Commanding Officer, Lt Col Peter Rowell has been reflecting on their time in Germany with Chris Kaye.

An army veteran suffering from post traumatic stress has performed a parachute jump with the Red Devils. John Noble served for two years in Bosnia and developed PTSD following three back-to-back tours in the war-torn country from 1998-2000. John is now receiving treatment from Phoenix House personnel recovery centre. As part of his rehabilitation John threw himself out of a perfectly serviceable plane from 14,000 feet.

Op Nightingale is a project that helps veterans with their recovery through archaeology. A site at Marne Barracks has been excavated for Roman remains with some interesting artefacts unearthed. Major Jim Thompson, the officer commanding Five Two Military Intelligence Company in Gateshead outlined the reserve involvement to Chris Kaye.

Op Nightingale is a project that helps veterans with their recovery through archaeology. A team have been excavating a site at Marne Barracks in Catterick Garrison for Roman remains. Fred Bates was introduced the historical dig through Phoenix House personnel recovery centre. The veteran from the Queens Royal Irish Hussars made some interesting discoveries as he told Chris Kaye.

The OA has awarded Junior Officer Tom Mallin with the Officers’ Association Trophy. This is an annual prize given to the RAF Officer who has contributed most to charity, or to those less fortunate, while training at the Officer and Aircrew Training Unit. Officer and Cadet Training Unit Adjutant David Mason said Tom epitomised the 'proactive and instinctive attitude' expected of a Royal Air Force Junior Officer, while raising nearly £4000 for a number of different charities. He was the main driving force behind all of the organised charity events, which included cycling the distance covered by the Dambusters raid in support of the Jon Egging Trust and raising funds for the RAF Benevolent Fund. Chris Kaye speaks to Flying Officer Tom Mallin.

The Highlanders, 4th Battalion the Royal Regiment of Scotland are settling into their new home in North Yorkshire. They’ve just moved from Germany into Bourlon Barracks in Catterick Garrison. Commanding Officer of 4 Scots, Lt Col Lee Drummond has been outlining their new role to Chris Kaye. #BFBS #Catterick #Highlanders #4SCOTS #Army #Military #Yorkshire

Paralympic scouts have been in Catterick Garrison looking for potential athletes for the GB archery team. Serving personnel & veterans have taken part in a two day camp to see whether they have what it takes to win gold at Tokyo 2020. Performance pathway manager for Help For Heroes, Jane Kavanagh, spoke to Chris Kaye.

Rugby players have gone head to head with a team of wounded, injured and sick veterans in a game of wheelchair rugby. Members of Darlington Mowden Park Rugby Club’s 1st XV team (DMP) visited Phoenix House Recovery Centre in Catterick to take on the challenge. Chris Kaye reports. #Help For Heroes #Catterick #Phoenix House #Rugby #Darlington #Army #Navy #RAF #BFBS #Chris Kaye #Wheelchair rugby

One of the longest serving volunteers with the Officers Association has passed away aged 96. Captain Allan Buck was born during the zeppelin raid in London. He became an explosives expert during World War II led and even performed a charity jump from ten thousand feet at the age of 80. One of his closest friends Kerry Noble has been telling Chris Kaye about his military service with the Queen’s Own West Surrys.

A team from the Headquarters School of Infantry in Catterick Garrison have just completed an 80 mile coast to coast walk following Hadrian’s Wall. As well as the physical challenge of the adventure training, it was an opportunity to get a Roman history lesson. Catterick & Hadrian’s Wall share a common connection as Major David Cunningham tells Chris Kaye….

Teams from Phoenix House, Tedworth House and Chavasse VC House recovery centres are testing their strength, intelligence and endurance at the Phoenix Games in the garrison. Wounded, injured and sick service personnel & veterans are taking part in the inter-centre sports competition. Mark Arey, the strength & conditioning coordinator at Phoenix House has been speaking to Chris Kaye. #Phoenix House #Chris Kaye #Army #RAF #Navy #Catterick #BFBS

Teams from Phoenix House, Tedworth House and Chavasse VC House recovery centres are going head to head to see who has the strength, intelligence and endurance to win the Phoenix Games trophy. Wounded, injured and sick service personnel & veterans are taking part in the inter-centre competition as part of their rehab. Hilary Conway is the supported activities coordinator at Phoenix House personnel recovery centre and has been speaking to Chris Kaye. #BFBS #Catterick #Phoenix House #Yorkshire #Tedworth House #Chavasse VC House #rehab #Army #RAF #Navy #sport #wounded #veterans

CSE Events have taken over the personnel recovery centre in Catterick to deliver a glittering night of entertainment. The rehabilitation hub, run by Help For Heroes, played host to a fantastic line up of variety acts. Chris Kaye was there to capture the atmosphere. #radio #BFBS #CSE #Catterick #Phoenix House #army #navy #RAF #Yorkshire #events #music #live #comedy #magic

Under achieving pupils in York have been given a boost to their confidence thanks to the Jon Egging Trust – a charity set up in memory of a former Red Arrows pilot. Mentored by military role models & inspirational individuals young people are taken out of their comfort zone to develop their character. The charity's patron is celebrity scientist Professor Brian Cox. Chris Kaye reports. More at joneggingtrust.com #BFBS #chriskaye #JonEgging #RAF #York

The Infantry Training Centre in Catterick Garrison has played host to the Inter-Company Pace Sticking Competition. The drill contest pits units from the ITC against each other on the parade square. Participants are judged on turn out, synchronicity, & timing. In the end it was the Prince of Wales company who were declared the overall winners. Captain Graham White, from the School of Ceremonial, is a three time world pace sticking champion and spoke to Chris Kaye.

A group of soldiers from the Prince of Wales division at the Infantry Training Centre in Catterick Garrison are walking 96 miles for charity. Major Andy Bell and his team aim to complete the West Highland Way challenge in less than 30 hours. Proceeds will go to ABF - The Soldiers Charity. Chris Kaye finds out how its going. https://www.justgiving.com/James-Jenkins8/ https://twitter.com/highlandbayonet #BFBS #Catterick #Scotland #charity #ABF #Army

Officers transitioning out of the forces have assembled in North Yorkshire for a careers conference. They’re learning about the opportunities available in the civilian market place, how to network & what transferable skills employers are looking for. Chris Kaye reports…

A dance production capturing military life is touring the UK. 5 Soldiers is a moving & dramatic work with an intimate look at training the body for combat, the possibility of injury & the impact of conflict. Rosie Kay is the show’s choreographer and has been speaking to BFBS presenter Chris Kaye. http://rosiekay.co.uk/ #BFBS #Army #Dance #5Soldiers