Ipswich RAF veteran to receive Spitfire wreckage poppy

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 05:02 · Archive

Neil Fellingham, a former RAF serviceman from Ipswich, will receive one of four poppies made from Second World War Spitfire metal.

Neil Fellingham, 38, a former RAF serviceman from Ipswich, will receive one of four poppies made from Second World War Spitfire metal as part of the Royal British Legion's annual Poppy Appeal launch. The honour recognises the sacrifices made by Armed Forces families.

Mr Fellingham served more than 12 years in the RAF as a senior aircraftman technician before a serious leg injury cut his career short. After multiple surgeries, he developed complex regional pain syndrome, which has significantly affected his physical and mental health. The Royal British Legion has supported him and his family throughout his recovery, including help to take part in the Invictus Games.

He has been selected to represent Team UK at the 2025 Invictus Games in Canada, the first edition to include winter sports. Lucy Inskip, director of the RBL's Poppy Appeal, said the campaign 'brings the nation together and helps us raise vital funds needed to support the Armed Forces community', adding that 'when someone serves, their family serves too'.

This year's Poppy Appeal officially launched with an aim to raise more than £50 million. The launch includes a journey across the UK to deliver the four Spitfire poppies to families representing the wider Armed Forces community.

How it is being reported

• Ipswich veteran to receive rare poppy made from Spitfire wreckageFormer RAF serviceman Neil Fellingham from Ipswich will receive a Spitfire poppy from the Royal British Legion.East Anglian Daily Times · 22 Oct, 04:30
• Ipswich veteran to receive rare poppy made from Spitfire wreckageFormer RAF serviceman Neil Fellingham from Ipswich will receive a Spitfire poppy from the Royal British Legion.Ipswich Star · 22 Oct, 04:30

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