We held a health fair in partnership with British Heart Foundation incorporating general and mental health. Our own Pte Flaherty took part in the dead hang competition and came in with the longest time of just over 3 minutes NHS North West Samaritans British Heart Foundation SSAFA British Army 🇬🇧

British Army BMX team training at the National Cycling Centre, they are truly skilled riders and and train incredibly hard, it was a privilege to see them in action! #bmx #britisharmy BritishArmyXtra British Army 🇬🇧 British Army Cycling

British Army BMX team in action! Was a massive pleasure to see them in action training and putting on a performance, amazing sports men and women. British Army 🇬🇧 British Army Cycling #bmx #britisharmy #sport BritishArmyXtra

Recently we had the privilege of watching the Army BMX team in action at the national cycling centre and were given the opportunity to interview Maj Ornella McGarvey-Miles! British Army 🇬🇧 British Army Cycling Army Sport BritishArmyXtra #britisharmy #bmx #sport

Today at Fulwood Barracks members of the Head Quarters North West planted trees to improve the green spaces in and around the barracks to contribute to healthier living #saveourplanet #britisharmy #greenspace

Yesterday the #britisharmy rolled out their new and improved dining hall menu with improved food options and pricing to all soldiers across the armed forces. #HealthyChoices #HealthyDiets #catering British Army 🇬🇧

The @britisharmy judged a series of events that focussed on team skills. Well done to all members of uniformed public services from @blackpoolcollege @prestoncollege and @kendalcollege for all your efforts!!!

The British Army 🇬🇧 are ready for Keswick Mountain Festival, are you?!

Think you can get a high score on the air soft? Come have a go tomorrow! Keswick Mountain Festival

HQ North West’s very own Major Aspin running the Keswick Mountain Festival 10km! Strong effort in this heat 💯🔥#running #trailrunning #lakedistrict BritishArmyXtra British Army 🇬🇧

The #britisharmy are still here at the #keswickmountainfestival! Drop by and say hello, play some free games and win some prizes! BritishArmyXtra British Army 🇬🇧 #games #festival

The Army is always ready to support other UK agencies with our expertise, whether it’s people or equipment. This week we hosted training that will ensure we’re all ready to work together in our region when needed #resilience #teamwork

Royal Lancashire show this weekend! Here’s what we brought to the show last weekend, we’re going to be there! Are you? #southportairshow #royallancashireshow #britisharmy

We’re out here in force at the #royallancashireshow come stop by for some games and fun or even just a chat! #britisharmy #airsoft #assualtcourse BritishArmyXtra British Army 🇬🇧

We had an amazing time at the #theroyallancashireshow this weekend, we all thoroughly enjoyed having the opportunity to interact with all the wonderful people we met, really excited for next year! BritishArmyXtra #BritishArmy

Did you know the #BritishArmy has an Enduro bike team? Well you do now! They are tearing up the course here at Altcar beach in style! #motocross #motorbike #enduro

DISCLAIMER* THERE IS NO REAL BLOOD OR INJURY. British Army medics based in the north west are a team of skilled and highly trained individuals capable of amazing things. They are capable of saving lives in any environment. Real living legends #medic #doctor #nurse #britisharmy

The Army have been busy in the North West this year doing things you might not expect. From 1 Aug, HQ North will be the Army headquarters for the North West and North East. Search Headquarters North on Instagram and Facebook to see what they get up to. #northerngrit #britisharmy

CALLING ALL NORTHERNERS! 📣 Headquarters North has arrived and we are here to bring YOU all things Army in the North of England! 😎 Stay tuned! 👀 #NorthernGrit #YouBelongHere #BritishArmy