Armed Forces Community Regimental Dinner with SAS legend Billy Billingham!

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust’s Armed Forces Network proudly presents:

REGIMENTAL DINNER WITH SAS LEGEND BILLY BILLINGHAM MBE & THE ICONIC BILLINGHAM SWORD

Friday 7th November 2025 | Holland Room, The Hove Club, BN3 2PJ

Meet Billy Billingham MBE — SAS superstar, frontline warrior, and TV tough guy!
With over 20 years smashing Tier 1 ops in Iraq, Afghanistan & beyond, Billy’s a force of nature. From daring hostage rescues to training top soldiers on SAS: Who Dares Wins, he’s the real deal. Called “the backbone of the British military” by Sir Ranulph Fiennes OBE, this is your chance to meet Billy who trained as an SAS patrol medic with the NHS — and support a cause that matters!

Experience the power of Pooley Sword — Sheffield steel forged into pure military legend. Proudly donated by RAF veteran Robert Pooley MBE, the Billingham Sword is to be presented to the Network member who has done the most to support Armed Forces healthcare and support across University Hospitals Sussex. See it presented to the deserving awardee - be part of the story.

Why you HAVE to be there:
Incredible 3-course dinner with fine wine & port
Exclusive auction & raffle – all funds go to maintaining the Southlands Commemorative Garden
Dress to impress: Mess dress or black tie with miniatures – it’s your night to shine!

Dinner President: Lt Colonel Ben Caesar RAMS
Tickets: £92.80 (inclusive of booking fee) – Don’t wait, grab yours NOW!
Book here!

This isn’t just a dinner. It’s a night of honour, courage, and unforgettable moments. Be part of it. See you there.

Starters:

Chalk Stream Trout Gravadlax with an Orange, Fennel and Mustard Dressing

OR

Trio of Mushroom - Tempura King Oyster Mushrooms, Porcini Parfait, Pickled Girolles and Brioche

Main Courses:

Guinea Fowl Breast - Confit Leg, Fondant Potato and Cavolo Nero

OR

Roast Cauliflower Steak with Vadouvan Chickpeas and Coriander Chutney

Desserts:

Pear and Almond Tart with Creme Fraiche

OR

Selection of Sussex Cheeses with Local Chutneys and Oat Cakes

Tea, coffee and truffles

Mess Dress/Black Tie with Miniatures

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Hove Club, 28 Fourth Avenue, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

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