Dorchester — 22–27 June 2026

Armed Forces Day Flag Raising Ceremony

When

10:00 am to 10:30 am

Location

County Hall, Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
United Kingdom

This event marks the commencement of Armed Forces Week and is held to honour and celebrate the outstanding service and dedication of the men and women of our Armed Forces. Serving personnel, veterans, representatives of service associations, and invited dignitaries will be in attendance.
The ceremony will begin with the raising of the Armed Forces Day Flag, followed by a one‑minute silence. Addresses will then be delivered by the Chair of Council, His Majesty’s Lord‑Lieutenant, and serving personnel representing the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, British Army, The Rifles, and the Royal Air Force. The event will conclude with the National Anthem, played by a Bugler.
Members of the public are warmly invited to attend the event, which will take place at the memorial area outside County Hall. As the ceremony will be held outdoors, benched seating is available on the grassed area for attendees with mobility requirements.