Rutland has a long history of supporting Armed Forces families and personnel who live here.
Currently, we have 1st Military Working Dogs Regiment and 2 Medical Regiment based at St Georges Barracks in North Luffenham, while 2 Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment (The Poachers) and 7 Regiment the Royal Logistic Corps are based at nearby Kendrew Barracks in Cottesmore.
Armed Forces Officer
Rutland has a dedicated 'Armed Forces Officer' whose role it is to support our Armed Forces Community.
If you are a serving member of the Armed Forces, a reservist, a veteran or a service family in Rutland, our Armed Forces Officer can help you with:
- access to healthcare
- education and school placements
- employment and training opportunities
- access to housing and accommodation
To contact the Armed Forces Officer, please email: armedforces@rutland.gov.uk or call: 01572 722 577.
Information for Forces families
The following guides are intended to provide information for local Forces families, particularly if you are new to the area:
Kendrew Barracks, Cottesmore
