Paignton Poppy Appeal Launch Concert
The Poppy Appeal formally started on the 17th of October 2026 with a Poppy Appeal Launch Concert in Paignton Parish Church, Church Street Paignton TQ3 3AQ
The evening was well-attended and everyone enjoyed a lively musical performance by
the Riviera Concert Brass Band and the Torbay Police and Community Choir.
Both groups donated their performances to the appeal for which we are extremely grateful.
This was a fantastic start to the Poppy Appeal raising £553.76.
Thank you to everyone who supported the event.
The music performed covered a wide range of genres from classical to popular hits like Queen,
the Beatles, Rod Stewart and even a musical theatre favourites from Miss Saigon.
During the half-time break, everyone present enjoyed some socialising
and refreshments like coffee, tea and biscuits provided by our team of ladies.
A raffle draw raised funds for the Poppy Appeal and
a retiring collection further boosted our opening night total.
The RBL gazebo will be at Victoria Street for the
next three Saturdays: 24th & 31st October and 7th November.
It’ll be stocked with poppies and a wide range of RBL merchandise
all of which will be available for a generous donation to the Poppy Appeal.
Unfortunately, our collection on Victoria Street, Paignton on 24th October
had to be cancelled due to strong wind and heavy rain.
Our collectors resorted to undercover venues in local supermarkets and
we are very grateful to them for letting us use their premises.
Hopefully the weather will be kinder to us for the next two weekends.
We hope to see many of our supporters there.
