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BFBS Daily Dits
Daily stories from the British Armed Forces community at home and around the world.
Join Lauren Mitchell and the BFBS Radio team as they link up with soldiers, sailors, aircrew and military families across the globe, sharing stories about the issues and real life experiences that matter to you.
From life on deployment to life back home, BFBS Daily Dits brings you British military voices, culture and conversation in one place. With over 80 years of serving the forces community, BFBS continues to…
Episodes
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Battle Honours Commemorated at Minden Day
Minden Day is one of the British Army's most enduring traditions, but what's the story behind this battle honour and why does it matter today? Lauren Mitchell…
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A Lasting Tribute to the Airborne Assault Brigade
More than 2,000 people gather in Colchester for the unveiling of a new Airborne Solider statue, celebrating 25 years of 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team…
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Training for Tomorrow’s Battlefield
RAF Aviators and Army soldiers have been put to the test during Exercise Greyhound Thunder at RAF Odiham. Lauren caught up with Natasha Reneaux, to hear about…
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On the Road to JFC Brunssum
Lauren Mitchell has visited JFC Brunssum in the Netherlands to discover how King's Camps is helping military children stay active, make friends and create…
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All change at RAF Brize Norton as the current Station Commander says goodbye
A new chapter is about to begin at RAF Brize Norton. After two years in command, Group Captain Louise Henton’s tenure as Station Commander is complete. Before…
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Fundraise For Military Charities with the BFBS Big Salute Op Summit Challenge
The BFBS Big Salute is our annual campaign that raises vital funds for armed forces charities. Each year we invite forces charities to apply for grants to…
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The Best Day of the School Year?
Pupils at Queen Berengaria School in Dhekelia Barracks swapped classrooms for clouds of colourful powder as they took part in the school’s annual Colour Run…
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Farnborough Airshow Inspiring Future Generations
We are in the middle of airshow season and one event that has got lots of people talking is the Farnborough Airshow. Around 1,600 exhibitors, spanning…
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Where Farming Meets the Forces
The Armed Forces have been showcasing themselves at Europe's biggest agricultural event, The Royal Welsh Show. Lauren Mitchell catches up with BFBS Social…
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Walking Across Cyprus for the Cadet Force
Two instructors from the Cyprus Army Cadet Force have walked 87 miles across Cyprus in the middles of a heatwave to raise money for charity. Lauren Mitchell…
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RAF Benevolent Fund Supporting Financial Hardship
The RAF Benevolent Fund is one of the charities supporting serving RAF personnel, veterans and their families when they face financial hardship or need extra…
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Gas Masks in the Cyprus Sun
Soldiers from First Battalion Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment have been putting on their gas masks as they complete Chemical, Biological, Radiological and…
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Farewell to the World Cup
The final of the 2026 World Cup took place last night with Spain beating Argentina 1-0 after extra time. With military personnel watching the matches across…
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University Officer Training Corps Cadets Experience the Bundeswehr
University Officer Training Corps (UOTC) cadets from the UK have visited Augustdorf in Germany, for a unique opportunity to learn from the Bundeswehr, the…
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School of Rock with the British Army Band Catterick
Musicians from British Army Band Catterick have helped children at Sacred Heart Primary School in Northallerton, North Yorkshire, turn their ideas and lyrics…
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Netball fun with the AGC Warriors in Gibraltar
The Adjutant General’s Corps Warriors Netball team have been busy training in Gibraltar. Whilst on tour, they also lead a netball session with military…
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On board with the Head of The Royal Navy: An unfiltered conversation
We take you behind the scenes of an exclusive, access all areas interview with the First Sea Lord, General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, aboard HMS Daring at HMNB…
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Shooting Drones out of the Sky with 1 Rifles
Soldiers of 1st Battalion The Rifles have conducted experimental counter drone exercises on Sennybridge Training Area in the Brecon Beacons, Wales. BFBS's Toby…
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Myth-busting about Life in the Army
The Army Engagement Team host a “Meet Your Army” showcase in Colchester, giving students, school-leavers and local businesses the chance to find out what it’s…
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Soldiers in Edinburgh Celebrate Salamanca Day
3 Battalion The Rifles have been commemorating the Duke of Wellington’s 1812 victory at the Battle of Salamanca. Mark McKenzie and Jim Gellatly from BFBS…
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Military Volunteers at Wimbledon Tennis Championships
Tim Humphries joins Lauren Mitchell to explore the tennis tournament’s close connection with the British armed forces. 🎾 In this episode: Volunteers from the…
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Sennelager Summer Fete: Tanks, Welly-Wanging and Operation Ice Cream
Lauren Mitchell and Curtis Tyler look back on a fun-packed community day in the sunshine at the Garrison Summer Fete. 🍦 In this episode: Why the Fete is such…
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Who won the Field Gun Competition at HMS Collingwood?
The Royal Navy’s biggest training base, HMS Collingwood has held its annual open day and hosted the historic Field Gun competition. But who won bragging…
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A Heartwarming Farewell for the CBF Gibraltar
After a four-year tenure as Commander British Forces Gibraltar, Tom Guy waves goodbye and sets sail for the next chapter. BFBS Gini Carlin tells Lauren…
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REME Captain takes on Three Ultra Marathons
Captain James Harris of REME is taking on an extraordinary fundraising challenge: three ultra marathons in four months. BFBS’s Richard Wyeth gives Lauren…
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A Very British Festival for NATO troops in Belgium
The military community in SHAPE (Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe) in Belgium, have celebrated British culture at BRIT Fete. Curtis Tyler visited the…
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24 hours of Swimming in Brunei
Team spirit was high in British Forces Brunei as the community came together for a 24-hour swimathon. The event raised money for the Army Benevolent Fund and…
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Friendly Rivalry at Armed Forces Day in Aldershot
Armed Forces Day celebrations took place in Aldershot on Saturday, bringing together all three services for a packed day of displays, activities, and community…
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Army recruits celebrate finishing training
Recruits at ATC Pirbright marked a major milestone with a pass-off parade after completing 13 weeks of training. Natasha Reneaux from BFBS Aldershot talks to…
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What will a Social Media Ban mean for Forces Kids?
Government plans for new restrictions on social media use for under 16s are likely to change how those in service families keep up with their friends overseas…
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Armed Forces Week in Scotland
Edinburgh commenced Armed Forces Week with a flag raising ceremony at the City Chambers. BFBS’s Mark McKenzie tells Lauren Mitchell all about the day and how…
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Military Life on the Rock of Gibraltar
Gibraltar is home to a unique Armed Forces community, it’s a great posting with plenty of things to get involved with. BFBS’s George Ryland recounts her recent…
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RAF Falcons wow the crowd at Armed Forces Day in Northern Ireland
Armed Forces Day celebrations kicked off in Coleraine in Northern Ireland on Saturday. BFBS’s Rachel Cochrane has all the highlights for Lauren Mitchell. 🫡 In…
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RAF Chinook Role Demo Display Team Take to the Skies for UK Airshows
At RAF Odiham, the Royal Air Force Chinook Role Demo Team are making final preparations ahead of appearances at several airshows across the UK this summer…
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British Army Officer named in the King's Birthday Honours List
Major Ed Rutherford of the First Fusiliers is awarded the prestigious Member of the British Empire in the King’s Birthday Honours. BFBS Germany’s Jade Callaway…
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The Royal Navy Aquatics Team visits Gibraltar
The Royal Navy Aquatics team have held a training camp in Gibraltar as they prepare for the inter services competition later this year. Training is underway…
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Armed Forces Pay Rise – what you need to know
There’s a 3.6% pay rise on the way for military personnel. But what does this mean for you? James Wharton from BFBS Forces News breaks down the numbers. 📈 In…
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Liberation Day in the Falklands
June 14th is Liberation Day in the Falklands, commemorating the end of the 1982 Falklands War. Tom Paine was there for BFBS and tells Lauren Mitchell all about…
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Martial Arts at Catterick Garrison
Soldiers have been enjoying a masterclass in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as part of a three-day martial arts camp at Marne Barracks in Yorkshire. BFBS’s Chris Kaye…
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Air Crew from around the world gather in Brunei
The Royal Brunei Air Force are celebrating their 65th Anniversary. 667 Squadron Army Air Corps, the British Army’s only jungle aviators, headed to Rimba Air…
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Feeding the Troops at Thiepval
The cookhouse at Thiepval Barracks in Lisburn has had a huge refurb. It’s part of the EATS programme to improve junior ranks messes. Lauren talks Rachael Price…
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Infantry Soldiers fight to be the best
21 infantry soldiers have been put to the test to find the Army’s Best Infanteer. They’ve been through four days of intense physical and mental challenges in…
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What is BFBS Sitrep?
Sitrep is BFBS’s longest running podcast and radio series and now you can watch it! The weekly show explaining all things defence has gone visual. James Hirst…
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Inside Exercise Rhino Storm in Germany
We go behind the scenes of Exercise Rhino Storm, a large-scale NATO training exercise taking place across Germany and involving an additional 3,500 UK troops…
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Bee Company on manoeuvres with The British Army in Aldershot
We’re buzzing to tell you how soldiers have moved thousands of bees to a new hive at Keogh Barracks in Aldershot. Ryan Galpin is joined by BFBS Aldershot’s…
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RAF Brize Norton’s Passenger Terminal gets a glow-up!
Essential upgrades are underway at RAF Brize Norton where improvements are being made to the passenger terminal. Ryan Galpin is joined by BFBS Brize Norton’s…
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Tasting ration packs from around the world with Jordan Wylie
Rat Pack Roulette—is a BFBS video series combining military ration tastings with in-depth conversations with veterans. Today Lydia Tester talks to the host…
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Onboard HMS Stirling Castle in Gibraltar
Welcome to the first episode of BFBS Daily Dits! Today, we head to The Rock, where BFBS’s Jacob Dyer takes us aboard HMS Stirling Castle which has become the…
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Introducing BFBS Daily Dits
From life on deployment to life back home, BFBS Daily Dits brings you British military voices, culture and conversation in one place.