ATTFE College students take part in RBL Festival of Remembrance at Nottingham’s Albert Hall

Learners from Sutton’s Academy Transformation Trust Further Education (ATTFE) College joined folk from around the county at Nottinghamshire’s first Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance event.

ATTFE College Uniformed Service learners’ with their grey uniform at the Nottinghamshire Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance event | ATTFE College

The event, which took place at Nottingham’s Albert Hall on 24th October, saw ATTFE College’s Uniformed Service students played an active role throughout the evening as they welcomed attendees and showed guests to their seats.

The event brought together members of the local community to honour the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community.

Guests gather for the RBL’s Festival of Remembrance. | ATTFE College

Louise Davey, Head of Programme of Study at ATTFE College, said: “Seeing our ATTFE College Uniformed Service learners take part was a truly proud moment.

“The experience had a profound impact on them, building confidence, raising aspirations and helping them appreciate the importance of remembrance and service. Their contribution and impact at this prestigious event was exemplary.”

Organised by the Royal British Legion’s Nottinghamshire County team, the festival featured performances by the Carlton Male Voice Choir and Blidworth Welfare Band.

Liz Barrett OBE DL, Principal of ATTFE College, added: “For some, unfamiliar environments and interacting with new people can be challenging. Yet there they were, demonstrating confidence, professionalism, teamwork and a real sense of belonging.

“Opportunities like this are invaluable, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone involved for allowing our learners to be part of such a memorable and inspiring occasion.”

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