Message from the Commanding Officer
Lt Col Simon Browne MBE
 

The 2nd Battalion, The Royal Anglian Regiment, 'The Poachers' are a light role Infantry Battalion, currently based in Celle in Northern Germany as part of 7th Armoured Brigade, 'The Desert Rats'. The Poachers recruit from the counties of Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire and have a long and distinguished history. The Battalion upholds the Regimental Ethos;

'We are a county based Regiment, bound together by a closely-knit family spirit. Our approach is classless, based on mutual respect and trust, where developing and believing in our soldiers is paramount. We are a forward looking, self-starting and welcoming team for whom the mission remains key. By living this ethos, we the Royal Anglian Regiment aspire to constantly deliver excellence.'

'We make it happen'

This ethos along with our unique role as a light role Infantry Battalion in an armoured brigade makes the Poachers a Battalion like no other in the British Army.

We hope you enjoy browsing around our site if you have any questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact us through your local 'Poachers Recruiter'. 

'Poachers Wristband Appeal'

Many thanks to everyone who has donated to the 'Poachers Wristband Appeal' the Donations have been coming in thick and fast.  Your support is much appreciated.  Have a look at the 'Wristband appeal' page to see the names of people who have donated and the current appeal total.