RAF Wittering News

Thunderstorms and wet weather did little to dampen the spirits of guests at RAF Wittering’s Annual Formal Reception last night (Thursday 22 June).

The Annual Formal Reception provides the opportunity for meaningful engagement with RAF Wittering’s neighbours and members of the local civic community, with guests hosted by a wide range of personnel from across the Station.

Speaking at the reception, Station Commander, Wing Commander Nikki Duncan, thanked the community, and in particular charitable partners, for their support, whilst also updating them on what the Station and RAF have been delivering over the last year.

Guest speaker, Lucy Acred, Royal British Legion Community Fundraiser for Cambridgeshire, and Huntingdon, spoke about the support the organisation has received from the Station. She then presented the Station Commander with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of the fundraising efforts by personnel at RAF Wittering.

Squadron Leader Chris Marshall was the project officer for the event. He said: “It was a pleasure to coordinate RAF Wittering’s Annual Formal Reception. Despite wet weather, it didn’t dampen the spirits and atmosphere of the guests and hosts. There was excellent engagement and interesting discussion throughout the evening, which was admirably supported by the Officers’ Mess and its staff, who provided excellent food and outstanding service. My thanks go out to all those who assisted in the detailed planning, coordination, and delivery of a highly successful event.”

Wing Commander Nikki Duncan, Station Commander, said: “It was a great honour to be able to meet and thank in person so many members of the local community, civic and charitable organisations that support us in the work that we do. The evening was an opportunity to celebrate our collective achievements, commitments, and partnerships, while recognising the significant role RAF Wittering and its personnel play in operations and exercises around the world.”