Martin Brookes Oakham: Beating Retreat

Sunday, September 10, 2023

Ratae Scottish Pipes and Drums and Dancers Beat Retreat in Oakham Rutland to Raise Money for ABF the Soldiers Charity

Ratae Scottish Pipes and Drums and Dancers Beat Retreat in Oakham to Raise Money for ABF the Soldiers Charity.

Ratae Scottish Pipes and Drums and Dancers held a Beating Retreat in Market Place, Oakham, Rutland yesterday to raise money for ABF the Soldiers Charity. The event, which took place on Saturday, September 10, 2023, began with a parade of the pipers and dancers performed traditional Scottish music and dance. The Beating Retreat is a centuries-old military tradition that marks the end of the day. It is typically performed by a pipe band and consists of a series of marches and tunes. The event in Oakham was a special occasion as it was the first time that Ratae Scottish Pipes and Drums and Dancers had performed a Beating Retreat in the town. The event was well-attended and raised a significant amount of money for ABF the Soldiers Charity. ABF is a military charity that provides support to serving and ex-serving members of the British Armed Forces and their families. The money raised will help ABF to continue its vital work.