Welcome to your Guide: Peter Bates OBE
More Than 40 Years of Military Service, Peter served for over four decades in the British Army, gaining extensive operational and leadership experience, working worldwide with both Commando and Airborne Forces, commanding in combat and at 23 yrs old experienced his own D-Day beach landing during the Falklands War in 1982.
A Personal Connection to Normandy
Peter's grandfather landed at Sword Beach on D-Day, and was killed storming Hillman strongpoint on 6th June 1944. This deeply personal connection drives his commitment to telling these stories with authenticity and respect.
"These tours are not just historical visits. They provide professional military insight into the planning, tactics and human stories of those who fought here."
Professional Military Expertise
Peter has a Master's Degree in Military Studies, a published work on the Influence of Religion on the Battlefield, and years of teaching battlefield tactics, leadership and military operations.
Recognised for his service to the nation by being made an OBE by King Charles III.
