Royal British Legion

Ceremonial Handbook

Members should constantly bear in mind, when appearing before the public that the immense prestige of the Legion is in their keeping.
Those involved in the ceremonial procedure must, at all times, strive to ensure continuity and uniformity that their dress, turnout and bearing are of the highest order.

The electronic hand book is designed to give clear direction as to the Standard required when representing TRBL (the legion) also gives additional guidance of Drill and Dress with suggested techniques for the preparation of check lists for major Legion events involving ceremonial, and dates for flying the Union Flag.

Other sections include notes for the guidance of Parade Marshals and Judges at competitions. The Ceremonial Working Group’s is to give guidance to the Legion, including the Women’s Section, on certain matters of procedure connected with Legion ceremonial, parades and services.
(Hereafter the word “Legion” includes all Branches and the Women’s Section, equally the word “male” includes all genders where applicable).

This electronic updated edition of the Ceremonial Handbook is a living document; should any member Branch or County wish to submit amendments to be made on any aspect of the Ceremonial hand book they should be sent to the Chair of the Ceremonial Working Group (CWG) at Haig House.
The Membership Council is grateful to all those who contributed to the preparation of this handbook.

To download a copy of the Handbook, please click on the link: RBL Ceremonial Handbook.