Broughton House Is A
Building Full Of Stories
Hearing our veterans explain the things they have experienced
makes you realise how quite extraordinary they are. It is important for us to remember their stories and to remember that after their service has finished, Broughton House is where they call home.
Get Involved
Join the Broughton House volunteer community and help us to support veterans when and where the need it.
There are hundreds of ways you can volunteer for Broughton House. Whatever you do and no matter how much time you have, we’re truly grateful for all your support.
Our Future
In order to become relevant to the growing demands of veterans of all ages, Broughton House has embarked on the creation of the first Veteran Care Village for the North West.
The Veteran Care Village will meet all their needs and make the right links to get specialist support and advice for every stage of their life
Our News
Everything to keep you in the know about Broughton House. Stories of funraisers from scaling Snowden to our Gala Ball.
Keep up-to-date with all of the news of the new Veteran Care Village along with all of our annual and local events
George Simms
WW2 Veteran
WW2 Veteran
Broughton House Resident from December 2017 – January 2021
Born; 24th December 1923
Brought up; Ardwick, Manchester
Enlisted; February 1942. George volunteered to serve in the Royal Marines as soon as he was old enough and completed his basic training at the Royal Marine Depot, Lympstone, near Exmouth, Devon. In November 1942 he was selected for service in the elite Royal Marine Commandos and trained at their famous Basic Training Centre at Achnacarry Castle, Spean Bridge near Fort William, Scotland.
Latest News
War Hero’s Son On Fundraising Mission In His Father’s Memory
The son of a Royal Marine Commando who fought in the D-Day landings is on a marathon mission to raise money for Broughton House Veteran [...]
VE Day Celebrations Mark Victory In Europe – And Vaccination Elation!
Our residents had double cause for celebration on VE Day. The veterans donned their finery and enjoyed an afternoon of food and music to mark [...]
Army Veteran Colin On New Manoeuvres As Our Head Of Facilities
A soldier who spent more than 30 years as a regular in the British Army has joined us as our head of facilities. Colin Adams, [...]
