The Royal Air Force Club

Next weekend, the #RAF100 Aircraft tour will be taking place in Birmingham’s Victoria Square. Aircraft on display will include the Supermarine Spitfire Mk1A, the Harrier GR3, and the Typhoon Full Scale Replica. Visitors will also have the chance to speak with members of the Royal Air Force in an interactive STEM/Techno Zone. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Kn99hj @RoyalAirForce

Our annual Battle of Britain Dinner will be taking place on 18th September, with Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Leader Squadron Leader Andrew Millikin & team. Join us on the 78th anniversary of one of the most important events in Royal Air Force history for an evening filled with anecdotes and exploits along with a Champagne reception and three-course Club Dinner. To book tickets, visit https://bit.ly/2LKTgqy

This week is #NationalAfternoonTeaWeek, and what better way to spend it than coming into the Club to sample one of our beautiful Afternoon Teas? Enjoy a plentiful selection of sandwiches, cakes, and teas, all for just £14.50 with a glass of Champagne. To book, visit https://bit.ly/2dtYPVD

On this day in 1951, Flt Lt John Alan Quinton, the navigator of a Wellington of No.228 OCU involved in a mid-air collision clipped the only parachute in reach to an ATC cadet flying as a passenger enabling him to escape, thus forfeiting his own life. He was posthumously awarded the George Cross for his act of outstanding bravery.

On this day in 1942, the Chief of Air Staff ACM Sir Charles Portal gave instructions to the Commander-in-Chief of Bomber Command Sir Arthur Harris to form a ‘Target Finding Force’. Harris objected the name and instead selected the title ‘Pathfinder Force’, which was formed four days later on 15th August.

We had a wonderful reception yesterday for our first 50 Year Reception, in which we celebrated those members that have been with us for over 50 years and their long and supportive membership of the Club. It was a lovely way to see so many of our longest serving members, and we look forward to our next reception on 19th August.

Join us on 5th October for Champagne & Chocolate Tasting at world famous chocolatier Charbonnel & Walker. Enjoy Champagne on arrival and an hour of chocolate and private truffle tasting followed by a talk with Head Chocolatier Adam Lee - learning more about the prestigious history of this Royal Warrant holder including the key recipes created over the decades. Members will be given their own chocolate goody bag to take away and will receive a 20% discount on purchases on the day. Members will then make their way back to the Club on foot, where a two course lunch at the Club with wine will be waiting. Contact our Events team on 0207 399 1042 or email events@rafclub.org.uk

We still have spaces available for our members’ trip to see ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ on 7th September. The event includes some of the best seats in the house to watch the hilarious play, a two-course Club Dinner with wine, and transformation to and from the theatre. A 2015 Olivier Award Winner for Best New Comedy, 5/5 stars from The Daily Mail, and called a 'gut-busting hit' by the New York Times, the play is not one to be missed.https://bit.ly/2LQbLdd

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo begins today and will be taking place until the 25th August. The series of military tattoos will be performed by British Armed Forces, Commonwealth and international military bands on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle, with the theme this year being the very fitting ‘The Sky’s the Limit.’ Performances take place every day but Sunday, and you can book tickets here: https://bit.ly/2vqJwqh

We have another brand new Club menu in the Dining Room with some beautiful new dishes created by Executive Chef Michael Dutnall. Dishes include oriental glazed pork belly, English rosé veal & ham pie, and sea bass, smoked salmon & broad bean risotto. To book, call 020 7399 1020 or email dining@rafclub.org.uk

On 7 September, Dan Llywelyn Hall will be hosting the Dam Buster Gala Dinner at the RAF Club. Earlier this year, to mark the 75th anniversary of the famous Dam Busters raid, portraits of all 133 participating airmen of 617 Squadron painted by Dan were unveiled at the International Bomber Command Centre in Lincoln. The dinner will ensure that this unique body of work remains intact by securing the collection’s display with the RAF Museum. Special guests will include historian ...Dr Robert Owen, author of 'The Complete Dam Busters' Charles Foster, George 'Johnny' Johnson, the last British Dam Buster, and Mosquito pilot Colin Bell. Tickets include a Champagne reception, a three-course dinner with wine in the Ballroom, a full colour souvenir book with biographical details of all 133 airmen, and a signed and numbered archival A2 print of the Dam Busters portrait collection (only with certain tickets). For more information/ to book, visit https://bit.ly/2mUD1bK.
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This Tuesday, as part of the Guards’ Chapel Recital Series, the Duke of York’s Band will perform music from the age of the enlightenment. The 18th Century Band of the Coldstream Guards will perform at 1:10pm at the Guards’ Chapel, with free admission. Why not pop into the Club beforehand for some lunch? https://bit.ly/2K1xucb

We’re busy setting up for our 1920s Centenary Summer Ball tomorrow evening and the Club is being transformed into something straight out of The Great Gatsby…

RIP Mary Ellis - one of the last surviving pilots of the ATA and a remarkable and heroic lady. We were incredibly privileged to welcome Mary to the Club earlier this year, when we received this striking painting by artist Ivan Berryman on her behalf. We are all deeply saddened to hear the news of her passing

The Sunderland Airshow takes place this weekend for its 30th anniversary! The show will feature displays from the Red Arrows, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, and the RAF Falcons among a whole host of others. For more information / tickets, visit https://bit.ly/2zbPP6k

IMPORTANT: Please note that the Club's telephone lines are down at the moment for both incoming and outgoing calls. For urgent enquiries please email reservations@rafclub.org.uk. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

We have secured some of the best seats in the house for our members’ trip to see the hilarious ‘The Play that Goes Wrong’ on 7th September. Now in its 4th year, the play has been a huge hit, with the accident-prone thespians battling against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call. The event also includes a two course Club Dinner with wine and coach transportation to and from the theatre. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2Lm4dyE

The countdown is on for our ‘Back to the 1920’s’ Centenary Summer Ball this Saturday at The RAF Club – only 5 days to go! Has everybody got their best Gatsby-inspired outfits ready? If you don't yet have a ticket, we still have a few spaces available. Book at https://bit.ly/2yrevY0