About Us

Short History of the Reunion:-

The Reunion started at Crich in 2006 when Ron, Buster & Tanky, were having a chat. This was about the second or third time they had been to to the Pilgrimage at Crich since leaving the Army. During their conversation Tanky said to Ron and Buster, "it would be nice to see this lot in a pub with their wives". About two weeks later Ron phoned Tanky to say he would like to meet up and discuss what had been said at Crich. Tanky contacted Buster who said he would also like come along. All three knew of ex regiment lads, either where they lived or a phone number. So they set about phoning or writing to ascertain interest in the possibility of a Reunion. The take up was very encouraging so a Committee was formed which set about organising the event which they agreed should take place yearly.

The first Reunion was held at the Ukraine Club in Derby. A fantastic night, attended by around 120 ex Woofers, many accompanied by their wives, girlfriends or relatives.

The second Reunion was held at the Meadows Inn, again in Derby. By now the number of lads and their wives/girlfriends attending had grown to over 400. This was the first time that serving Woofers attended, about 10 of them. The Battalion had just returned from Afghanistan having lost 9 men.

Due to the generosity of those attending the the evening the sum of £1115 was raised for the Woofers wounded. This was presented to Capt. Hallam. Due to the success and increasing numbers the Committee decided to look for a larger venue. The third Reunion was held at the Spot Night Club in Derby and in excess of 550 people attended. We made full use of the over head screen and showed two or three DVD’S. Kenny Holmes put one together for us called Treasured Photo's, which was quite amusing. The one that raised the most interest was that of the Amalgamation Parade which took place in 1970. It was pleasing to see a number of serving WFR accompanied by their Fathers who were ex regiment.

The Committee wish to thank those who have attended the previous Reunions and sincerely hope it goes from strength to strength, only your support will ensure this. A special thank you is extended to the families of the fallen who attended. It is hoped they attend in future years.

To clarify who qualifies for attendance at the Reunion:- Any ex member of 1WFR, 2Mercian, 1 Foresters, 1 Worc R and serving members of 2 Mercian are entitled to attend. Any member of the TA who has been attached to 1WFR / 2Mercian is also entitled to attend. Relatives of the fallen will be contacted by the committee.

HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE NEXT REUNION