02/10/2026
Some projects mean a little more than others.
We’re incredibly proud of our Armed Forces Champion, Dominic, who has shared his experience volunteering on the Veterans Sanctuary in Morecambe, working alongside Morecambe FC Community Foundation and local veterans to help bring the project to life.
From October 2025 through to its official opening in June 2026, Dom supported with the practical build of the new Veteran allotment site - swapping project plans and meetings for tools, muddy boots and the opportunity to get properly stuck in.
As an Army veteran himself, this was about much more than helping to build an allotment.
Dom has remained actively involved with the Armed Forces and veteran community since leaving the British Army, but this project gave him a different opportunity to contribute - getting involved practically, working alongside other local veterans and helping create a space that will continue to bring people together.
It’s a community that means a great deal to Dom, and being able to use his experience while also getting stuck into the physical build made this a particularly rewarding project to be part of.
As he puts it:
“A lot of my day-to-day work is spent behind a desk or working with people on projects, so it was great to get involved in something practical and get my hands dirty.
Working with Morecambe FC Community Foundation has given me the chance to meet other veterans from the local area and start building my own sense of community.
The Sanctuary is a fantastic resource for veterans and their families. It gives people somewhere to spend time, relax and meet others who understand some of their experiences - particularly those who might otherwise feel isolated.
On this project I was very much one of the doers, and I really enjoyed being part of turning the plans into something people can now use.”
At North Star, our commitment to the Armed Forces community is important to us. We’re proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust , and even prouder when that commitment is reflected in what our people choose to do beyond their day-to-day roles.
A huge well done to Dom, Morecambe FC Community Foundation and every volunteer who gave their time to create something that will continue to support veterans and their families in our local community.
And, true to the North Star way, Dom quite literally helped get stuff done. 👏
If you'd like to find out more or get involved with the Veterans Sanctuary, you can contact the Morecambe FC Community Foundation Veterans Project Officers, Tony Brankin or Diana Heyes, or email [email protected]