The Basingstoke Branch was founded in 1921 and the Overton Branch in 1922. They amalgamated in 1966.  Our Centenary Pennant, awarded in 2021, was blessed and dedicated on Armed Forces Day 2022

Padre Mark Christian blessing and dedicating the centenary pennant,
attended by the then 
Branch Chairman / Standard Bearer David Barton and,
Branch Vice Chairman John Davies.

We are now a County Supported Branch and rarely hold meetings.  When we do, we meet in the Basingstoke Labour Club, Sandys Road, RG22 6AS at 19.30 on an ad hoc basis.  Forthcoming meeting dates are published on our news page

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We are looking for members who are willing (and able) to become active and bring a resurgence to the Branch.  You can still become a member of the Royal British Legion online here and join our Branch.  Select Basingstoke & Overton Branch - BR1842 

Become a member of the Royal British Legion  (Postal Application) - Form V4

For any queries involving your membership, you can call 0800 307 7773. Alternatively your membership point of contact is Malcolm Brunsdon who will be pleased to help you.

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Branch Affiliations

On 8th November 2024, the Branch and the Basingstoke Sea Cadets became affiliated.  In the photo, Branch Chairman John Davies is presenting a 'Certificate of Affiliation' to the cadet's Commanding Officer Chief Petty Officer Liz Mitchell