The military stewards at Wimbledon were mentioned a little earlier.
We also supply stewards from all services to each Lords Test Match (2 a year). It is run on a similar line to the Wimbledon deal, ie take leave and get an allowance for food and accommodation.
I have done it 3 times now, staying at the Victory Services Club. Its a great 4 or 5 days (if you like cricket of course). Its becoming more popular as more people find out about it and therefore more difficult to get in.
Obviously it's done in uniform, working dress (Short sleeved shirt and SD hat for the RAF) and in general is well received by the public although you always get the odd exeption.
Anything that raises the awareness of the armed forces in the public eye has got to be good surely.
Oh and Lords don't allow flags at all
