Royal Artillery Regimental Duty Trek to Nepal
A team from 14th Regiment Royal Artillery and The King’s Gurkha Artillery recently completed its inaugural duty trek to Nepal. The visit provided a meaningful opportunity to support the Gurkha Welfare Trust (GWT) and offer firsthand feedback on the organisation’s vital work supporting veterans and their families across the region.
Throughout the trek, the team witnessed the exceptional dedication of GWT staff, whose efforts from community outreach to essential welfare provision, ensure that Gurkha veterans receive the care, respect, and support they have earned through decades of loyal service. Engaging directly with veterans and their families offered invaluable insight into their daily lives, their ongoing needs, and the tangible impact of welfare initiatives delivered on the ground.
The journey also allowed the Commanding Officer, Gurkha Major, and Regimental Sergeant Major to experience the demanding geography of Nepal. This exposure deepened the team’s understanding of the environment that shapes Gurkha culture, resilience, and spirit, as well as the realities faced by soldiers’ families.
The senior leadership team returned with renewed respect for the Gurkha legacy and an even stronger commitment to supporting the welfare structures that safeguard the dignity and wellbeing of Gurkha veterans and their families.
