Kemp gets physical with the Gurkhas as he helps support the RBL's Poppy Appeal
Ross Kemp has been taking part in a PT session with the Gurkhas as part of his effort to encourage people to pick up a poppy ahead of Remembrance Sunday.
The Ultimate Force actor, who is an ambassador for the Royal British Legion, was put through his paces by the Queen's Gurkha Engineers at the Tower of London.
He took part in the Gurkhas' daily routine, joining in with activities such as shadow boxing and running shoulder to shoulder with the soldiers around the grounds of the Tower.
The presenter of Ross Kemp In Afghanistan then joined serving personnel and Poppy Appeal collectors to mark the start of the biggest street collection of its kind in Europe.
He said: "It is inspiring to see the way in which Londoners warmly embrace the arrival of RBL collectors into the capital and take the special opportunity to thank service personnel in person for all they do for us.
"Wearing your poppy truly shows the Armed Forces community that you care about their service and sacrifice, and the money raised will help the charity continue its vital work supporting members of the Armed Forces community in need all year round."
This year's Poppy Appeal is highlighting the mental scars that can be left after military service.
Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said: "The men and women of the Armed Forces are always enthusiastic in supporting the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal, and this year especially.
"With the threats and instability we see in the world, it is even clearer why we must work to protect and strengthen the freedoms which previous generations fought to secure.
"Our sailors, soldiers and aviators feel a direct connection to their predecessors, who continue to inspire them in their service today. And the generosity and support of the British public matters hugely to all of us who have had the privilege to serve our nation in this way."
Kemp wasn't the only one taking to the streets of London as hundreds of members of the Armed Forces joined military bands in stations across the city to greet commuters and collect donations.
Defence Secretary John Healey visited Victoria station where the British Army's Band of the Scots Guards and soldiers from F Company, Scots Guards sold poppies to the crowds.
All defence ministers took part in the fundraising efforts.
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard joined Royal Air Force aviators at Paddington station, while Minister Lord Coaker collected donations at Westminster Tube station under the shadow of Big Ben.
Defence Procurement Minister Maria Eagle joined volunteers at Charing Cross, while Veterans Minister Al Carns greeted commuters at Waterloo station.
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