Wellington Royal British Legion are appealing for poppy collectors and are also still looking for a standard bearer.
Last year’s Poppy Appeal raised more than £15,500, the recent branch AGM was told.
Organiser Lyn Trickey said the total was more than £1,000 up on the 2024 figure of £14,444.
This year’s Poppy Appeal launches on Thursday, October 22nd,, and until Saturday November 7th.
A branch spokesperson said: “We need more volunteers so if anyone who can spare some time to help collect, please do get in contact.
“If you’re interested in helping call Lyn on 07721 335076 or pop along to the branch’s first coffee morning at Wellington Cricket Club on Saturday, October 10th, 10.30am and 12.30pm.”
The Poppy Pop-Up shop will open from Monday, November 2nd, until midday on Saturday November 7th.
Meanwhile. branch secretary Scott Godwin told the AGM: “We are still looking for a new standard bearer.
“It is now increasingly likely that, for this year’s Remembrance events, cover is going to have to be found.
“If anyone is able to carry the standard, we would ask them to email Wellingtonrbl.secretary@rbl.community or leave a message on 07401 863060.
“Full training will be provided.”
