Frome College Royal Navy Cadets braved the weather to raise funds for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and have been recognised for their efforts
ROYAL Navy Cadets in Frome have received a special award for their efforts raising money to support veterans.
Last November, Frome College RN Cadets braved wet and cold conditions in the town to collect for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal.
Despite the harsh weather, they stayed out, continuing their fundraising efforts the following week at the college.
“The day was very cold and extremely wet but the cadets showed their stoicism and raised nearly £350 from that day and in college the following week,” said a college spokesperson.
“For the cadets’ endeavours, the Royal Navy Association awarded the Frome RN Cadets a trophy for Outstanding Service to the Frome Poppy Appeal for 2022.”
The trophy was presented to Lt Sue Bailey, Frome College’s contingent commander, on behalf of the cadet force by Chief Wren Mo Wood, together with Frome mayor Sara Butler, Frome RBL chair Richard Aspray, and Richard Fry, who organises the Poppy Appeal in the area.
“Well done Frome Cadets for this excellent achievement and for supporting the local Poppy Appeal,” said Sue.