The Wrexham and District War Memorial Club is marking its 100th anniversary this November.

An event will be held on Saturday, November 18 to mark the occasion, with everyone welcome to attend.

The club is a non-profit members organisation, that is registered as a Co-operative and Community Benefit Society. It was founded on November 23, 1923, and opened by Edward VIII, who was the Prince of Wales at the time.

Servicemen that served in World War One banded together and raised funds from street collections to get the club up and running.

The Wrexham & District War Memorial Club became a place where friendships among the servicemen developed. A place of comfort from the horrific experiences they had suffered. A place where their experiences could be shared, knowing that they were not alone.

The Leader: A poster for the event A poster for the event (Image: Wrexham and District War Memorial Club)

Once again, in 1939 the people of this nation had to endure the tribulation of another global conflict. The club once again acted as a hub for the servicemen that had served their nation. Sending ‘Care Packages’ to those on the frontlines.

Today, the club has just under 300 members and acts as a hub to the community of Wrexham and its surrounding areas. The club houses four veterans’ associations; The Royal Naval Association, The Royal Artillery Association, The Welsh Guards Association and The Royal Welch Fusiliers.

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The club acts as a location for the veterans of each association to form and maintain friendships and assisting elderly veterans with engaging with the community.

Much has changed since the club was established in 1923. The club has developed its philosophy over the years, initially the club facilities could only be used by current or former servicemen.

The club is open to everyone, from all walks of life. The club hosts live entertainment for members, OAP parties, children’s parties, weddings, armed forces events and much more.