The Tipton branch was originally formed in the 1920s. It was reformed in 1988 following a thirty year period of inactivity and, although only a small branch, it is a force for good within the local community maintaining a high profile with parades and open days at local schools and stores.

In 1993 the branch donated a plaque in honour of Tipton's VC - Joseph Davies.  Joe was awarded the Victoria Cross for most conspicuous bravery during action on 20 July 1916 at Delville Wood on the Somme. As well as the VC Joseph Davies was awarded the Russian Order of St George, First Class. This is equivalent to Britain's highest award for valour. A parade of more than 400 ex-Service personnel and the Corps and Drums of The Royal Welch Fusiliers took part in the dedication of the plaque. 

The town is also proud of its sporting heroes. One of the most famous was William Perry, otherwise known as the "Tipton Slasher". Perry became prize-fighting champion of England in 1850. The town has also produced many talented footballers, whilst its harriers club is home to many fine athletes, including legendary marathon runner Jack Holden (won 57 major championships including the 1950 European and Commonwealth marathons.

Thirteen miles of waterways run within the Tipton parish boundaries, earning for the town the name of the Venice of the Midlands.