Veteran Expeditions
To provide funded expeditions based on historical military raids, deliver a ground-breaking mentoring programme to the military community and offer a holistic approach to improving physical and mental health.
About
Formed in 2022, a group of former service personnel met and devised a plan to retrace the famous Operation Frankton raid in Bordeaux, France. It turned out to be an incredible success and so we decided to form a social enterprise to build upon this achievement. Since then we have grown in numbers, in reach and have delivered expeditions in France, Norway and the Falkland Islands.
It also became apparent that what we were offering not only honoured our military forebears, provided amazing social and health benefits but also gave a mission and purpose to us all. The community is vital and the adventure the means.
We have been able to work with corporate sponsors, clients and even offer our services to the film industry, all of which provides so many amazing opportunities to those who come for an expedition but stay for the camaraderie.
Upcoming Events
24 – 27 October
Royal Marines 360th Birthday Training Weekend – Bury Jubilee Centre, Glenridding
This is a training weekend to bring together members of the Cockleshell community. Past, present and future are all invited to join us for a multi-activity weekend as well as a formal dinner to celebrate the 360th birthday of the Royal Marines (all welcome)
February 2025
The Pebble Island Expedition
Follow a group of Op CORPORATE veterans as they embark on an audacious expedition combining kayaking and trekking from Pebble Island to Stanley.
March 2025
The Telemark Commando Experience
A team of very special clients will have an opportunity to embrace a unique Commando experience by completing the arduous Telemark expedition with a team of CS22 mentors.
April 2025
The Galaxie Presse ‘Commando’ TV series launch. We will be holding a premiere of the TV series we’ve been supporting in both London and Norway.
OUR AIMS
- Raise awareness of epic historical feats of military endurance.
- To demonstrate the benefits of adventurous training to both serving military and veteran community.
- To provide funded places on expeditions for members of the military family, regardless of circumstances.
- To create an inclusive community which empowers its members through opportunities to develop skills as well as plan and lead expeditions.
Sponsors
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