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The Military Community Network Group CIC is a veteran-led charity committed to supporting those who serve, past, present, and future. We understand the challenges that come with military life and the transition beyond it, and we are here to ensure that every member of our community feels supported, empowered, and connected.

Through a range of innovative programmes and grassroots initiatives, we help veterans and their families access the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive. From practical guidance and social events to mental health support and community engagement, we provide a network that truly understands and cares.

Driven by experience and compassion, we’re proud to stand beside our Armed Forces community, helping individuals find new purpose, forge strong relationships, and continue to make a difference long after their service ends

The horticultural therapy allotment project designed to support those who serve, past, present, and future.

We recognise the unique pressures of military life and transition, and this project provides a calm, purposeful environment where veterans can reconnect, rebuild confidence, and improve their physical and mental wellbeing through nature.

Through structured horticultural activities and hands on learning, veterans gain practical skills, routine, and a sense of achievement.

Working together on the allotment encourages social connection, peer support, and community engagement, while promoting resilience, mindfulness, and positive mental health in a supportive, understanding setting.

Guided by lived experience and compassion, the project also gives back to the wider community. Produce grown on the allotment is donated to local community groups that support our most vulnerable, allowing veterans to continue serving with purpose, strengthen relationships, and make a meaningful difference well beyond their military service.

The Armed Forces, Veterans and Families Breakfast Club hosted by Military Community Network Group CIC is a welcoming monthly gathering created to bring the military community together under one roof.

It’s a place to tackle isolation and loneliness head-on by offering friendship, conversation, and real support in a relaxed, familiar environment. Whether you’re serving, a veteran, or a family member, everyone is welcome to come along, reconnect, and feel part of something again.

Enjoy amazing freshly cooked breakfast prepared by our dedicated directors and volunteers, with kids eating free and free brews available throughout the morning. There’s always plenty of laughs, banter, and that familiar sense of military camaraderie that so many miss after service.

We also run meat raffles and receive fantastic support from the local community, helping to keep the atmosphere lively while raising funds to continue our work.

More than just a breakfast—it’s about rebuilding connections, supporting each other, and bringing back that sense of belonging and fun military service environment.

NarrowVets offers veterans a peaceful, two day retreat aboard a narrowboat on the River Trent, starting from Nottingham. 

This unique event provides an opportunity for veterans to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, reconnecting with nature while slowing the pace down.

During the trip, veterans take an active role in operating the boat steering, working locks, and managing other essential duties like brewing up. This hands on experience fosters teamwork and self reliance, all in a calming environment.

Above all, NarrowVets is designed to support mental health by offering veterans space to reflect, unwind, and enjoy a sense of purpose.

The slower pace of the journey encourages moments of peace, reflection, and camaraderie, promoting relaxation and well-being.

VeteranTabs, a veteran-led hiking and outdoor wellbeing project supporting those who serve, past, present, and future.

We understand the physical and mental challenges associated with military life and transition, and VeteranTabs provides a safe, inclusive space where veterans can reconnect with nature, rebuild resilience, and strengthen both body and mind. Through guided hikes and structured outdoor activities, veterans and their families benefit from improved physical fitness, mental clarity, and peer connection.

Walking side by side encourages open conversation, mutual support, and camaraderie, helping to reduce isolation while fostering confidence, routine, and a renewed sense of purpose within a supportive military-aware environment. Driven by shared experience and compassion, VeteranTabs also promotes community connection and long-term wellbeing.

By encouraging veterans to remain active, build strong relationships, and support one another beyond the trail, the project helps individuals rediscover purpose, maintain positive mental health, and continue to make a difference long after their service ends.

BushVet, a veteran led bushcraft and outdoor skills weekend designed to support those who serve, past, present, and future. We recognise the challenges faced during and after military service, and BushVet offers an immersive, supportive environment where veterans can step away from daily pressures, reconnect with nature, and rediscover confidence through practical, hands-on activities.

Through a weekend of guided bushcraft experiences including archery, spoon carving, fire starting, and other traditional outdoor skills, participants build resilience, focus, and self-belief. Shared challenges encourage teamwork, peer support, and meaningful connection, while time spent outdoors promotes mindfulness, improved mental wellbeing, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Led by Rika ACE CIC and veterans informed by lived experience, BushVet fosters strong bonds and lasting impact. The project helps veterans develop transferable skills, strengthen relationships, and re-engage with a sense of achievement and belonging, empowering them to move forward with confidence and continue making a positive difference beyond their service.

Our Walking Football sessions are all about bringing people together through sport, friendship and community.

Open to all ages, all abilities and all backgrounds, our sessions welcome both veterans and serving members of the military community, as well as civilians. You do not need to be an experienced footballer or at a particular level of fitness to get involved. Whether you are returning to sport, looking to become more active, or simply want to meet new people, there is a place for you.

Walking football provides a great way to improve fitness, mobility, balance and general wellbeing while keeping the pace accessible and enjoyable. It is an opportunity to get moving, have a bit of healthy competition and enjoy the physical and mental benefits that come from being active as part of a team.

Most importantly, our sessions help bring the military and civilian communities together. Football provides a common ground where backgrounds, ages and experiences can be left at the door, friendships can be built and everyone can feel part of the same team.

At MCNG CIC, we believe community is about inclusion, connection and supporting one another. Our Walking Football sessions are a great example of that in action.

Come along, get involved, meet new people and enjoy the game. You do not have to be the best player on the pitch — just be part of the team.