Viking Arms Defence supports forces families at Bramble Woods in Catterick
January 5, 2026
In December, Sam MacArthur (Managing Director) and Kim Marland (Operations Manager) from Viking Arms Defence visited the Bramble Woods Project in Catterick, spending time at the Wavell Pavilion with the volunteers who deliver activities throughout the year for spouses and families across the military community at Catterick Garrison.
While “defence” is often associated with capability and readiness, this visit was a timely reminder of another essential part of the Forces ecosystem: community. The people and families who support Service life every day matter hugely — and Bramble Woods provides a welcoming space that helps build connection, wellbeing and a sense of belonging.
A warm welcome at Wavell Pavilion and the Community Garden
The visit began with a stop at the Community Garden — a shared green space created for the local community to use and enjoy. It’s a simple concept with real impact: somewhere to pause, talk, and spend time together.
From there, Sam and Kim joined volunteers at the Wavell Pavilion to take part in a seasonal activity that brings families together each year.
Preparing Christingle oranges ahead of the service
With the Sunday service approaching, the team helped to make Christingle oranges. For many families, Christingles are a familiar part of the festive season — and the preparation is often just as meaningful as the service itself.
Making them together creates an opportunity for conversation, shared stories, and a calm moment of togetherness during what can be a busy time of year.
Thank you to the volunteers supporting the Forces community
Viking Arms Defence is proud to support this initiative in partnership with e50K and the Bramble Woods Project. We would like to thank the volunteers who give their time, energy and care to create year-round opportunities for the military community at Catterick Garrison.
As we move into the new year, we remain committed to supporting projects that strengthen the Forces community — and we look forward to staying involved with initiatives that make a tangible difference to Service families.
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