East Anglia Veterans Association

What to expect

East Anglia Veterans Association offers a couple of spaces where veterans can gather and chat with like-minded people with similar experiences, plus find out about and have contact with various relevant support services. They are a family-run support group that knows what it is like to be part of the ‘military family’, and has experience with mental health issues like PTSD from serving the in Armed Forces.

The monthly morning sessions at the Army Reserve Centre currently runs on the first Tuesday of the month, 10am – 12pm. As the group meet in the Army Reserve Centre, often various reserve and currently serving people will come in for a chat as well.

There is also a monthly evening social catch up at the Mulberry Tree Restaurant, for veterans and their partners/families. Food and drinks can be purchased if you wish. Contact Elaine to find out the next date and time.

Occasional lunches and other outings are arranged based on group wishes.

The group leaders are trained in safeguarding and health and safety.

More information

For the morning coffee/tea catch ups, there is a dedicated carpark at the Army Reserve Centre. There is also limited parking on the street, and a nearby bus stop if you wish to take public transport. In any case, make sure to let Elaine know you are coming so she can greet you at the gate and open it for you, and show you to the room where the meetings are held. See the video below for how to find the meeting room in the Centre.

For the evening socials, contact Elaine to find out the date and time. The Mulberry Tree has plenty of free parking.

Both venues have toilets.

There is no cost for the morning gatherings and parking is free, though donations for the light refreshments is appreciated if you can.

The group ask for a small contribution toward meals and activities such as coach hire.

For the evening socials, you need to pay for any food or drink you want, but the venue offers a military and Blue Light discount.

See how to get to the meeting room from the centre’s gate: