Event details

Details: FREE Event Armed Forces Day celebrates and commemorates the past and continuing contributions of the Armed Forces and veteran communities. It is a great chance for Londoners to show their support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from serving troops to Service families, veterans and recruits. Highlights include: 1200-1300 Veterans’ parade Veterans march across the iconic Tower Bridge, with a canon salute and fly past honouring the parade. Spectators are welcome to watch the parade then come to the event afterwards. 1200- 1500 Live music and entertainment Bring a picnic and listen to close harmony singers, Jazz, marching bands and more. Army field kitchen An opportunity to watch a real army field kitchen in action! Feeling brave? Then try tasting some ‘food for heroes’. Children’s activities Including the opportunity to get close to real army vehicles and tackle a climbing wall. Armed Forces and Veteran information stands Learn fascinating facts and history about our Armed Forces and Veterans and pick up some giveaways. Contact -------- Name: Shirley Wren Phone: 020 7983 4000 Email: afd@london.gov.uk