Army Telemark Chaos, Cancelled Flights & Twickenham Glory | The Parallel Four

Send Tim a message about this episodeIn this hilarious and heartfelt episode of The Parallel Four, the team swap rifles for ski poles — and chaos for comedy. What should’ve been a smooth trip to the Army Telemark Championships in France turns into a logistical nightmare: cancelled flights, French strikes, and enough delays to test even the calmest Sergeant Major.But when they finally hit the slopes, the Army proves it’s got the best skiers (and banter) in uniform — even if the Navy “borrows” the trophy on a technicality. Expect real British Army humour, Cold War camaraderie, and Telemark skiing mayhem that could only happen to soldiers on “sports training.”Back home, the pace doesn’t slow — from Chicksands HQ madness to waving the giant St George’s flag at Twickenham for the Calcutta Cup. It’s a wild ride through real military life, blending adventure, friendship, and the laughter that keeps veterans going.If you love true stories of service, sport, travel, and teamwork, this one’s for you.Discover The Parallel Six series, Letters from Afghanistan and The Empty Return at https://timheale.uk. Discover Tim Heale’s books—including The Parallel Six series, Letters from Afghanistan and The Empty Return—along with his films and broadcasts. Visit https://timheale.uk and join Tim’s Despatch to keep in touch.https://timheale.ukSupport the show