NAAFI News

A special year for us, 2023 marks the first year the NAAFI Fund has been managed completely in-house. Not only that, Round 4 saw us almost quadrupling previous years with number of applications received and as a result, we are delighted to announce funding has been...

In August, we gave our NAAFI shops at sea a lick of paint with brand new signage and branding. HMS Queen Elizabeth, HMS Prince of Wales and Type 45’s & 23’s had a much-needed refresh with new magnetic signage throughout. The makeover included our retail stores and...

Mix up your wardrobe with our brand-new unisex Graphic T-Shirt collection, now available on naafi.shop. Showcased for the first time at Armed Forces Day in Falmouth last month, our graphic t-shirts are a perfect way to show your support for NAAFI and the UK Armed...

On Wednesday 9th August 2023, members of NAAFI attended a special service of dedication at Hawkinge Cemetery, Folkestone. Born on 28th June 1903, Edith Burvill was the NAAFI Canteen Manager for Fan Bay Battery in The White Cliffs of Dover. Not much is known about...

Brand new NAAFI Cafes in Winchester, Scarborough and Gibraltar re-opened last week following their refurbishments. Each site has been rebranded with updated furniture both indoors and out, new countertops and equipment, eye-catching artwork and decor and personalised...

Showcasing for the first time at RIAT 2023, our brand-new modular pods! Lightweight, strong and extremely durable, each pod is made from 98% plastic using over 26,000 recycled bottles. With the ability to be fully off-grid combining the latest Solar and Power Wall...

NAAFI has been awarded Gold in this year's Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. The UK Government-led scheme recognises the positive role that employers play in supporting the Armed Forces communities.   We understand how important it is to support not only serving...

On the last weekend of June, team NAAFI travelled down to Falmouth for a weekend in the sun for this year's National Armed Forces Day event. With stands in both the Entertainment and Charity Zones, we spent the weekend chatting and reminiscing about fond memories of...

After a fantastic weekend in Scarborough last year, we’re delighted to be Silver Sponsors for this year’s national event in sunny Falmouth. From Friday 23rd – Sunday 25th June, you’ll find us in the Charity Zone and Entertainment Zone with lots to get involved in....