Commander's Introduction

Based at Edgware and Hornsey, B Company provides the opportunity for both north Londoners and those from the Home Counties to take up the challenge of serving in the Infantry. The Company has a tradition of no-nonsense soldiering, based on demanding and tough training combined with significant levels of operational experience at all levels.

In addition to the Company's two rifle platoons, the specialist machine gun platoon based at Hornsey provides an opportunity for advanced training and the development of the more experienced soldiers. Recent operational experience has shown just how critical the machine gun's fire support can be.

The Company also has a limited number of supporting roles working within the Company Headquarters. There is a significant social and recreational side to the Company. Part of this is organised with non-military activities, like adventurous training, and social events.