Earlier this summer a Poppy Capsule was briefly introduced on the London Eye – the famous big wheel attraction in the capital.<\/p>\n
The landmark's official website reports that it teamed up with The Royal British Legion for a Poppy Picnic on the Eye.<\/p>\n
The on-board picnic was hosted to launch the Legion Poppy Picnic campaign in South East London. One of the people there was Anthony Clayden, a veteran who the Legion helps.<\/p>\n
First run last year, Poppy Picnic involved more than 1,000 picnics in the UK in 2013.<\/p>\n
The Legion wants people to have their own picnics this summer, which will bring in cash for its work.<\/p>\n
London Eye Spokesperson Stephanie Francis has said that the landmark was delighted to give its welcome to the Legion for the launch event, 135 metres over London.<\/p>\n
Mr Clayden, who was injured in service, has been helped with things like moving house and buying new appliances by the Legion.<\/p>\n
"If it wasn’t for them my partner and I wouldn’t have been able to enjoy Christmas together in our new home. When they invited me to help launch Poppy Picnics I jumped at the chance," he said.<\/p>\n
Mr Clayden added that he hopes people will hold Poppy Picnics, which will not only let them thank the Forces but bring in cash for the Royal British Legion – something veterans such as him rely on.<\/p>\n
The main Poppy Picnic day was held on June 21st, but the Legion wants people to hold the occasions all through the summer months.<\/p>\n
Another launch event, back in May, saw Kym Marsh from Coronation Street, picnicking with The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment soldiers.<\/p>\n
The Royal British Legion spends a weekly £1.4 million to give support to people serving, veterans and families.<\/p>\n
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