Veteran’s Normandy Experience

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This four-day immersive trip is designed exclusively for UK veterans, offering a unique opportunity to visit WWII landmarks, including D-Day landing beaches and memorials.

Veteran’s Normandy Experience

Date: 9th-12th September 2025

Location: Normandy

Who's it for: Veterans struggling with mental health, loneliness, or missing camaraderie can reconnect, heal, and support one another on the path to wellness.

Cost: Donations welcomed to support this experience

This four-day immersive trip is designed exclusively for UK veterans, offering a unique opportunity to visit WWII landmarks, including D-Day landing beaches and memorials. Through guided tours, fireside discussions, and shared experiences, veterans will find camaraderie, reflection, and healing.

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Itinerary

Arrival in Normandy
Travel to Normandy via hired minibus.
Check in at the chateau.
Welcome dinner featuring traditional French cuisine.
D-Day Beaches
Guided tour of Gold Beach and Juno Beach.
Visit the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Memorials.
Evening fireside chat focusing on the experiences and personal stories related to the D-Day landings.
Pegasus Bridge & Memorials
Visit Pegasus Bridge and the surrounding museums.
Afternoon at Arromanches to explore the British battlefield and learn about the Mulberry Harbour.
Evening discussion on the impact of the Normandy campaign on modern military and society.
Reflection and Return
Leisurely morning for reflection and group sharing.
Checkout and return trip to home base, including a final group discussion.

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Without your kind donations we can’t put on trips like these to support our UK veterans. Your money will go towards making this trip to Normandy happen. Please note we are not a registered charity.*

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FAQs

The Veterans Normandy trip is designed to honour and commemorate the sacrifices made by veterans during World War II, particularly on D-Day. It provides an opportunity for veterans to revisit historical sites, share their stories, and feel safe and secure with their peers.
The trip is primarily aimed at veterans who struggle with their mental health after service. We aim to combat loneliness and help people feel part of something again.
Participants can expect to visit significant historical sites, including the Normandy beaches (such as Omaha Beach and Juno Beach), the Pegasus Bridge, and various museums that focus on the events of D-Day and the broader context of World War II.
While some aspects of the trip may be covered through sponsorships or fundraising, participants may be responsible for their travel and meal expenses. Detailed information about costs and potential financial support will be provided upon registration.
To register for the Veterans Normandy trip, please register your interest on this page or contact our team directly via hello@u-turnback2basics.co.uk. We will provide you with all necessary forms and further instructions. Early registration is encouraged due to limited availability.