24 June 2023

Armed Forces Day

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There will be numerous events marking Armed Forces Day 23 taking place across the country. Find the nearest one to you by using the map below and scroll through our list to discover what’s happening and where.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING 2023 EVENT FUNDING:

The Ministry of Defence has recently updated the method of payment used to fulfil event grants, from now on the method of payment will be credit card ONLY. Please do not apply for grant funding unless you are able to accept credit card payment. MOD will no longer be using BACS trasnfers.

Thank you,

The Armed Forces Day Team.

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Online22 June 2023

) Mutual Support : Armed Forces Support Webinar for the MS community

Join us to celebrate Armed Forces Day with our Information Webinar. Armed Forces Day is a chance to show support to the armed forces community, those currently serving and who have served. This webinar is for those who have served or are actively serving and are affected by MS. Mutual…

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Aberdare28 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Concert – Aberdare Cenotaph 100

From Washington to Wales! The Tacoma Concert Band of Seattle, USA join local performers from Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales for this Armed Forces Day event, held in conjunction with the centenary of the Aberdare, Cenotaph.

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Aberdeen1 July 2023

) Aberdeen’s Armed Forces Day Parade 2023

A parade of serving military men and women, veteran associations, cadet and youth organisations accompanied by local pipe bands and vintage military vehicles. The parade marches down Union Street from Albyn Place at 11:00 , finishing at the Castlegate.

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Aldbury24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day

Vintage military vehicle display, Army Cadets field craft display, first aid, recruitment stand and Poppy Appeal collection. Opened by local MP with Flag raising 10.00hrs.

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Aldershot24 June 2023

) Aldershot Armed Forces Day Prom in the Park

Hundreds of people will be waving their Union flags and singing along in celebration of our troops at Aldershot’s new free Armed Forces Day Prom in the Park on Saturday 25 June, from 2.00-5pm in Princes Gardens. Cost: FREE! Bring your flags, rugs, picnics, friends and family to enjoy the…

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Andover24 June 2023

) Andover Armed Forces Day 2023

We love our armed forces and want our local community to be much more aware – and better informed – about the situations the military face to protect us and the strategies they use for dealing with them. We want local people to be aware of all the different people…

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Bognor Regis17 June 2023

) Bognor Regis Armed Forces Day

Join us to Honour Britain’s Armed Forces Past, Present and Future. Our event starts at 10.00am with the Cadets and Veterans Match from Bognor Regis Band Stand to the Esplanade where the Drumhead Service will take place followed by the re-dedication of St Barbara a short service. After the services,…

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Ashford25 June 2023

) Ashford Armed Forces Day 2023

This is a chance for the people of Ashford to say thank you to the troops, past, present and future. There will be a fete with a variety of stalls that will provide information, retail, various charity stalls and games. Further information to follow.

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Ashford24 June 2023

) Headcorn Armed Forces Day 2023

On Saturday June 24th 2023 Headcorn Aerodrome will be taking part in National Armed Forces Day from 10:00hrs to 16:00hrs. There will be the usual airfield activities. Flying training, fixed wing and Helicopter Microlight Flying Parachuting Model Flying As well as some WWII iconic aircraft. There will be a chance…

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Ayr17 June 2023

) The Holy Fair with Armed Forces and Pipes in the Park

The Holy Fair with Armed Forces and Pipes in the Park event is a hugely popular family fun day on Ayr Low Green on Saturday 17th June 2023 with something for everyone to enjoy. This event incorporates Armed Forces Day with the annual Holy Fair and Pipe Band contest which…

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Banbury17 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day – Banbury 2023

The day will begin with a Military Parade, forming up in the Market Place and parading around the Town. Upon returning to the Market Place, a Drumhead service will take place. Static Military stands, Military vehicles and interactive activities will be based within the Market Place. There will also be…

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Banbury17 June 2023

) Banbury Armed Forces Day 2023

Banbury Armed Forces day celebrates and honours those service men and women, past, present and future. Banbury Town Council will close the main car park in the town, namely – Market Place car park. In this space we will host a range of military static displays, cadet units will hold…

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Banstead24 June 2023

) Reigate & Banstead Borough Council Armed Forces Day 2023

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council will be observing Armed Forces Day on Saturday 24 June with a service at Banstead War Memorial where Cllr James Baker, the Deputy Mayor will attend a flag raising service to commemorate our armed forces past and present. The ceremony will take place at the…

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Barnstaple24 June 2023

) North Devon Armed Forces Day 2023

A fabulous celebration of our Armed Forces Community taking place in the heart of Barnstaple. North Devon is steeped in military history and played a key role in the training and build-up to D-Day as well as providing outstanding training facilities and environments for troops from WW2 to present day.…

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Basingstoke25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Commemorative Show

Static display of militaria and diorama including ex-military vehicles following commemorative convoy from Southwick House near Fareham, Hampshire. Displays will be put on by groups of military re-enactors of all periods from the First World War to the present day. A free public event based around the arrival at noon…

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Beccles24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day, Beccles 2023.

Our event will be to inform the public of the work done by the Armed Services, highlight the role played by the Cadet Forces and give information on the opportunities available for young persons to consider a future for themselves in taking part and forging a career in the Armed…

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Boston,25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Weekend at The Beonna

Come along to the Beonna this armed forces weekend, Saturday 25th June from 7pm til late, for an evening of entertainment by professional vocalist Joanne Shields alongside the Little Big Band. Tickets are £15 each and include a Buffet as well as entry. We’d love to see you there. For…

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Bicester22 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day event

The event will have a blend of military charities, vintage military vehicles, cake, and refreshments, flags/bunting as well as a brass ensemble from a military band. We will have some non-military stalls that will support the event as well. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness especially those that have served…

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Birmingham23 June 2023

) Armed Forces day

Hi all, come and support all our armed forces, past, present, future, British and commonwealth on Friday 23rd June, everyone welcome including standard bearers, veterans, serving military personnel, form-up 10:20 for 10:50 march on for 11:00 service in Central square, Brindley place for act of remembrance and to thank and…

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Bishop Auckland25 June 2022

) Bishop Auckland Armed Forces Day 2022

A Fun filled family day on Saturday 25th June starting at 10.00am to celebrate our Armed Forces Murphys fun fair is providing rides Sqn Bishop Auckland doing a drill display Air Cadet Stand, HQ Air Cadets Junior leaders staff stand 609 Aux Sqn Regiment and RAF police recruitment stand 34…

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Bisley24 June 2023

) Virtus Rifle Club Armed Forces Day Celebration Bisley 2023

We have requested a flypast on the Century 600m Range at which point the salute to our Armed Forces will take place. We are looking to host a charity BBQ, some charity shooting events along side displays, exhibits and we are hoping to have local cadet units in attendence. Many…

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Blackburn22 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Event

The event will consist of Armed Forces information stalls by the following organisations: East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust Royal British Legion – Blackburn Branch Healthier Heroes – Burnley Veterans Living History Museum Blackburn Rover Football Club – Veteran Team 4 Lancs Reserves 207 Field Hospital Reserves Information ,leaflets & merchandise…

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Bletchley25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day

Enjoy a day out at Bletchley Park this Armed Forces Day! Bletchley Park, once the top-secret home of the World War Two Codebreakers, is now a museum and vibrant heritage attraction open daily, managed by the Bletchley Park Trust. To show our support for the men and women who are…

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Bodmin25 June 2023

) Armed Forces Navigation Challenge at Bodmin Keep

Armed Forces Day Navigation Challenge with Bodmin Keep – Cornwall’s Army Museum Bodmin Keep – Cornwall’s Army Museum is hosting a navigation challenge to celebrate Armed Forces Day. The event will be a fun way to learn key navigation skills such as map-reading, working with a compass and soft skills…

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Borehamwood19 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day flag raising ceremony by the Mayor of Hertsmere, Cllr Chris Myers

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Botley25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Celebration

To mark Armed Forces Day 2022 we are having a community event with a BBQ and Live Entertainment and anyone is welcome. We will be raising money for Veterans Bereavement Support Free parking for the first 3 hours in the car park and veterans will be leading a community sing-a-long

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Botley25 June 2022

) Celebrate our Armed Forces

Join us to celebrate Armed Forces and support the local Veterans Bereavement Support Service BBQ in the gardens followed by a good old fashioned sing-a-long with Mr Eugene Portman 5pm – 9pm The Dolphin Inn, High Street Botley Tickets £17.50 covers the cost of an extensive BBQ and entertainment and…

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Brackley24 June 2023

) Brackley Armed Forces Day 2023

Brackley town community event. Free entry. Family fun including live music, arts and crafts, food and drink, and static displays for all ages to enjoy.

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Bradford24 June 2023

) SHAPE-UK ‘Remember Us’ Armed Forces Day

Our events always recognise the different types of work our Armed Forces (AF) are involved in. This year we will continue to highlight the AF services to the Crown and the Commonwealth Contribution in WW1 & WW2 and other campaigns. We will have a military historian who will display military…

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Bridgend24 June 2023

) Bridgend Armed Forces Day

Bridgend Town Council will be holding an Armed Forces Day Event in Bridgend Town Centre, featuring an array of stalls and an Armed Forces Parade. The event will be for the Armed Forces Community and local residents. Full event details to be confirmed

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Bridgwater8 July 2023

) Bridgwater Armed Forces Day

Bridgwater Armed Forces Day is the first ever to be held in the town, and is being organised by the local branch of the Royal British Legion, it promises to be a great day out for all the family. Entry to the event is FREE. The day will include marching…

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Bridlington24 June 2023

) Bridlington community Armed forces day

Parade through town, stepping off at 1200hrs from the War Memorial to the RNLI building on the front. Veterans, serving,cadets, local youth groups,ex military vehicles. Arriving 1230. Displays etc until 1600hrs. Static displays of militaria,ex service associations and local organisations.

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Bristol24–26 June 2022

) Armed Forces Celebration Weekend

Join us for celebratory food and drink this Armed Forces Weekend at The Commercial Rooms. Our weekend will feature decorations to celebrate the branches of our forces and those both serving and retired. Invites will be sent to the local military community to join the event, but all are welcome…

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Burnley18 June 2023

) Armed forces day event 2023

This is a family event with plenty for all! There will be stalls to promote local business, a large gathering of military vehicles from across the tri services , climbing walls, inflatable assault courses, light guns, funfair rides for the children as well as food and sweet stalls. Military vehicles…

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Calne24 June 2023

) Calne Armed Forces

The event is to bring together armed forces personnel to celebrate Armed Forces Day, meet each other, find out what support and activities are available to forces families in the town and participate in taster sessions. Activities will be specifically designed for military families but will also enable visitors to…

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Camberley17 June 2023

) Camberley Armed Forces Day 2023

Camberley is proud to announce that our Armed Forces Day event is back on Saturday 17th June across the whole town centre. Showcasing Camberley’s rich history and close links with the Military, this free family fun event will be an opportunity for the local community to come along to show…

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Camelford24–25 June 2023

) Cornwall at War Museum Armed Forces Weekend

In addition to the extensive museum displays we have re-enactors and military vehicles representing several nations throughout the weekend from WW2 and after. There will be weapon firing displays (blanks) and presentations about the weapons . This will happen several times over the weekend. The re-enactors will establish their camps…

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Canvey Island24 June 2023

) Canvey Island Armed Forces Day 2023

Parade from The Paddocks Community Centre to King George V Playing Field where there will be a community fun day with an emphasis on showcasing and celebrating our Armed Forces.

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Purleigh25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome

Special reduced admission price for the public of just £5 per person. Free entry for serving members of the armed forces on production of appropriate ID for them, their spouse and their children. Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome boasts Europe’s largest collection of Royal Flying Corps WW1 buildings which were…

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Lyneham24 June 2023

) REME Museum Armed Forces Day

Show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community. Join us at the REME Museum to find out more about the REME Corps.

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Cleethorpes17–18 June 2023

) North East Lincolnshire Armed Forces weekend

North East Lincolnshire’s Armed Forces Day (AFD22) will be held over a 3-day period commencing Friday 16 June through Sunday 18th with our formal AF Day being held on Saturday 16th June. Our event has over the last decade continued to attract great numbers and is intended as a UNIFIER…

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Ripley25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day at The Codnor Inn

Our event is in support of the RNRMC and ABF. We will be hosting a BBQ from 2pm until 4pm, Skittles competition and a Raffle. Children are welcome until 9:00pm (reviewed on the evening). The evening we will be hosting Disco Karaoke from 8:30pm until 11:30pm. *Free parking available on…

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Coventry24 June 2023

) Coventry City Council’s Armed Forces Day Service and Parade

A Service will be held in Holy Trinity Church at 10.30am, paying thanks to past, present and future members of the Armed Forces Community. After the Service, members of the Armed Forces will Parade from the Church at 11:30am before finishing in Broadgate where the Lord Mayor of Coventry and…

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Romford24 June 2023

) BuildForce Armed Forces Day 15 mile Charity Walk

Join us to mark Armed Forces day with BuildForce’s charity walk. Programme Director, Caroline Logan will lead a team of veterans, mentors and employers on a 15 mile hike through the Dorset countryside. Starting at The Fleur de Lys Inn, Cranborne and heading off road, ending back at the pub…

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Crawley24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day 2023

Armed Forces Day raises public awareness of the contribution made to our country by those who serve and have served in His Majesty’s Armed Forces. There will be live musical performances, a parade and demonstrations plus stalls from local organisations.

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Crawley24 June 2023

) The Swan Pub supports Armed Forces Day

The Swan Pub, West Green, Crawley, has been supporting the Veterans Crawley and Horsham Breakfast Clubs we are celebrating Armed Forces Day Sat 24th June 2023 in serving breakfast @ £5 with unlimited tea and coffee from 08:30 hrs to 09:30 hrs. The Veterans from the club will be formally…

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Crewe24–25 June 2023

) Crewe Armed Forces Day picnic in the park 2023

It will bring the community of Crewe together and surrounding areas. Bring a picnic bring the family. Most of all come together and celebrate our armed forces. We will have a fair, stalls military vehicles , iced cream ,sweets ,food etc.

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Darlington23 June 2023

) Raise the Flag for Armed Forces

Darlington Borough Council’s yearly event, featuring standards on parade, a procession of serving military and military associations, parade inspections by the Mayor, Dept Lord Lt and OC 50 Squadron Royal Signals, exhortations delivered by the Royal British Legion and the traditional minute’s silence. Any and all residents are welcome to…

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Darlington24 June 2023

) Sporting Force celebrates the Armed Forces

Military life is underpinned by sport it played a major part of any service personnel’s life whilst in the Armed Forces. Sporting Force offers that continued team and competitive aspect alongside recovery from injury and illness both physical and hidden. Our day will include: The Recovery and Wellness Centre will…

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Dawlish17 June 2023

) Dawlish celebrates armed forces day

The day will consist of, various stalls including ww2 re- enactors, cadets from all three services, and for the younger ones, a bouncy castle and rides. A refreshment tent, also a contingent of the armed forces bikers.

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Denton24 June 2023

) Tameside Armed Forces Day

Show your support to our armed forces at Tameside’s Armed Forces Day. At our annual event, musicians, singers and dancers will be providing entertainment including songs famous for their connection with the men and women in the British Armed Forces. Tameside based cadet units will also be showing off their…

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Denton25 June 2022

) Tameside Armed Forces Day 2022

Tameside’s Armed Forces Day 2022 will take place in Victoria Park, Denton. This free event traditionally opens with a civic luncheon for specially invited ex-service/serving personnel with the Civic Mayor, Councillors, Aldermen and Freemen, MP’s and other civic and local dignitaries. The remainder of the day is hosted from the…

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Doncaster24 June 2023

) The City of Doncaster Armed Forces Day Celebration

Pre-Covid the plan for 2020 was to support the growth of Doncaster’s Armed Forces Day celebration this unfortunately had to be put on hold due to the pandemic but this year we are seeing those plans come to fruition. As a newly appointed City, Doncaster’s event will move to a…

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Dorchester24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Open Day at the Keep Military Museum

We are holding a free open day at the museum to celebrate Armed Forces Day, with several activities including World War I and II Living History displays, children’s crafts and games, a tombola, food and drinks stalls, and stalls from local groups such as the local NHS Armed Forces welfare…

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douglas18 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Isle of Man

The Event is for all Veterans serving and none serving personell Parade Lt Governors presentation Family Day for all Displays from Reserves/cadets fair ground evening entertainment Music Dancing

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Douglas17 June 2023

) Isle of Man Armed Forces Day 2023

The Isle of Man’s Armed Forces Day 2023 is a chance to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans and cadets. Our Day will begin at 13:00 when the gardens of the Villa Marina open…

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Dudley24–25 June 2023

) Celebrating Armed Forces at Dudley Zoo and Castle

Dudley Zoo and Castle is offering free entry for Armed Forces Personnel. Throughout Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25, veterans and serving personnel can enjoy a complimentary visit to DZC, when accompanied by a full-paying adult or child. Tickets for Armed Forces weekend must be pre-booked on the zoo’s…

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Chichester24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day at Wittering & District Royal British Legion

Armed Forces Day is a chance for Witterings & District Royal British Legion and our community to show our support, respect and thanks to the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community from the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force: from currently serving troops to…

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eastbourne24 June 2023

) Eastbourne and District Armed Forces day show

Local veterans have banded together to organise and run this year’s AFD, to showcase the military associations in the area, cadets and reserve units. There will be an arena with various displays and entertainment, and in the surrounding areas numerous stalls ranging from crafts, to food, to games and competitions,…

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Eccles

) Salford Armed Forces Day

We are delivering a free family fun day to celebrate Armed Forces Day on Sunday 25th of June 2023. This is in partnership with the Super league Rugby League Game at the AJ bell stadium on the same day at 3pm. (watch out for discounted tickets details) Bury Veterans Hub…

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Eccles24 June 2023

) Salford City Council Armed Forces Day Parade & Family Fun Day

Salford City Council are delighted to invite you to a military/community parade and family fun day. The parade leaves Dukes Drive, Monton and travels down Parrin Lane before finishing at Winton Park. The WI will be serving tea and cakes while families enjoy the fun fair, bouncy castles, climbing wall,…

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Eccleston25 June 2022

) Free Entry to Bygone Times War Museum: Armed Forces Day 2022

Free entry for all Armed Forces Personnel! We’re celebrating by inviting all Armed Services troops, veterans & cadets to Bygone Times for free! All Armed Forces personnel and their accompanying families will be granted free one-day entry to Bygone Times on Saturday 25th June. Join us and visit our in-store…

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Edinburgh25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Edinburgh 2022

The Royal British Legion Scotland in Partnership with Edinburgh City Council plan to hold an event in Edinburgh to celebrate Armed Forces Day 2022. A Parade will form up at 10.00am on Saturday the 25th June 2022 at Charlotte Square Edinburgh, the parade will consist of The Band of The…

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Ely24 June 2023

) Ely Armed Forces Day

The City of Ely will be hosting a day celebrating and honouring the Armed Forces. The event, organised by both Visit Ely and the Ely Branch of the Royal British Legion. will see a variety of Armed Forces organisations in attendance, along with military vehicles, charitable organisations, musical entertainments, refreshments…

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Falmouth24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day National Event Cornwall 2023

This year’s Armed Forces Day National Event, will be centred in Falmouth, Cornwall and will provide the stage for the whole UK to show support for our Armed Forces community. The town will play proud host to a packed programme of events and activities including a military parade, marching bands,…

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Falmouth21 June 2023

) Reserves Day – Armed Forces week

Representation from all 3 armed services: RN – outreach vehicle Army – Battle Field Ambulance and outreach vehicle RAF – outreach vehicle Footage running on the digital screen throughout the event.

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Falmouth25 June 2023

) Ride Cornwall for the Armed Forces

SSAFA – the Armed Forces charity is launching two bike rides from/to Falmouth on the morning of Sunday 25 June. The first is a 27-mile round trip off-road along the spectacular Cornish coast for families and less-experienced riders. The second is a 100-km circuit of the Cornish countryside, again starting…

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Falmouth24–25 June 2023

) WetWheels South West Armed Forces weekend

With the armed forces weekend in Falmouth we would like the opportunity to take out as many veterans, and service men as we can. As we are the only wheelchair accessible boat in Falmouth we can take injured personnel and review the fleet from the water.

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Farnworth24–25 June 2023

) Farnworth’s Armed Forces Weekend 2023

A weekend for all to enjoy with displays from some army units, the local army, air and navy cadets, stalls from different vendors. Different entertainment across both days and we also plan on holding an armed forces day parade going down market street. Everyone will be welcome and it will…

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Fawley17 June 2023

) Fawley Armed Forces Day

Fawley Armed Forces Day is celebrating its 10th Year in 2023!!! We hope to bring you the biggest event we have ever done. Live Music, Stalls, Fun Fair, Bouncy Castles, Catering, Bar, Military Vehicles, Helicopter Landing and so much more. We have applied for a fly pass so fingers and…

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Fleetwood24 June 2023

) Fleetwood Armed Forces Day 2023

Raising of Armed Forces Week flag, displays by Fleetwood Army cadets, RAF cadets and Sea cadets, paddle boarding and kayaks, model boat regatta, afternoon concert, kings inflatable assault course, military vehicles, stalls not forgotten, help for heroes etc, information centre ie healthier heroes jobs 4 you etc.

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FOLKESTONE25 June 2023

) ARMED FORCES & COMMUNITY FUN DAY WITH AIR DISPLAYS – FOLKESTONE

Folkestone Town Council are excited to announce that our 12th annual Armed Forces Community Fun Day will include exhilarating air displays from the PWRR ‘Tigers’ parachute team, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, Chinook and Black Cat Display Teams (TBC). Folkestone Armed Forces Day is a free family day out with…

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Friskney24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day at the Park

The Parrot Zoo Trust, Lincolnshire Wildlife Park will again be celebrating all things Armed Forces in 2023. We have invited organisations such as RAFA, RBL and SSAFA to come along and there will be plenty of fund and games available along with live music on the day. Picnic boxes will…

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Gillingham24 June 2023

) Medway Armed Forces Day

A FREE entry celebration of the Armed Forces. A huge showground event featuring have-a go displays and activities presented by armed forces units in and around Medway. Helicopter fly-in, military vehicles, Royal Engineers displays, Naval Forces area, military parade, arena displays, bandstand concerts, drive a digger, a giant fun fair,…

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Glasgow20–25 June 2022

) Glasgow Armed Forces Week

Glasgow will mark Armed Forces Week beginning on Monday 20th June with an official Flag Raising Ceremony on George Square at 10.30am. All public are welcome. The Lord Lieutenant and Glasgow representatives will visit a number of Armed Forces and Veteran organisations throughout Armed Forces Week. On Armed Forces Day…

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Gosport20 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Flag Raising (Short Event Only)

There will be a short Flag Raising at the Gosport Ferry Gardens to mark the start of Armed Forces week. The Mayor, Cllr Jamie Hutchison and HMS Sultan’s Executive Officer, Cdr Bastiaens and members of the RBL will be present. Members of the public are invited to watch.

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Gravesend20 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Flag Flying

Cadets, veterans and serving armed forces will form a parade which wil be followed by a service led by the Mayor of Gravesham which will conclude with the flying of the Armed Forces Day Flags all on Community Square.

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Warrington24 June 2023

) WARRINGTON ARMED FORCES DAY

THE BIGGEST AND BEST FREE ARMED FORCES DAY FESTIVAL IN THE NORTH WEST! Now in its 13th Year! THREE ‘robust’ games of Armed Forces Rugby League and so much, much more. 11:30 – Royal Marines Vs Army Academy 1:30-Mercian Regt Vs Duke of Lancaster’s Regt 3:30-Army 1st XIII Vs Crosfields…

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Greenhithe17–24 June 2023

) Greenhithe Legion Armed Forces Day

The Greenhithe Legion Armed Forces Day is an annual event that brings together veterans, cadets and reservists with local charities and members of the community to recognise and celebrate the work of our Armed Services throughout the World

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Western Heights17–18 June 2023

) Armed Forces Weekend

A weekend event for the people of Dover to remember our Armed Forces, Dover being an ex garrison town there are a number of veterans in the town. The weekend will consist of entertainment for adults and children Saturday Family Day Sunday Drumhead service followed by military bands.

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Dover25–26 June 2022

) Armed Forces Weekend

Armed Forces Weekend will include entertainment local groups, military bands , re-en actors, stalls and a veterans tent. This is a family event to celebrate our Armed Forces Past and Present, there will be a Drumhead Service and parade on Sunday. Camping is available from Friday to Sunday.

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SoHamble Southamptonuthampton24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Well Being Experience

Wetwheels Hamble provides the opportunity for disabled people including those in wheelchairs and with profound disabilities to get afloat on the Solent and to experience the thrill of being at sea on a high powered motorboat. We also give the opportunity for participants to drive the boat at speed. As…

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Harlow24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Community Fun Day

As part of our continued missions to bridge the gap between community groups and local residents, we host and annual community engagement and outdoor fun day to connect and bring as many diverse groups, cultures and nationalities together, for a celebration of food, activities, 5-aside football games, tug of war…

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HAVERHILL25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Haverhill

Proceedings on Saturday 25 June commence at 10.50am with a one-minute silence to honour Haverhill veterans – many of whom were regular attendees at previous Armed Forces Day events – who have recently passed away. At 11.00am, a military vehicle convoy will set off from the Arts Centre car park…

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Haverhill24 June 2023

) Haverhill Armed Forces Day

Haverhill Town Council again marks Armed Forces Day with a range of free activities and entertainment. On Saturday 24 June at 11.00am a military vehicle convoy will travel around the streets and residential areas of Haverhill. Following the convoy, some of the military vehicles taking part will congregate on Market…

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Hemel Hempstead25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day Celebrations

Join us for a free celebratory, family-friendly day packed with attractions and plenty of fun activities for everybody to get involved in. There will be an exciting programme of free entertainment, the line-up includes compere veteran plane crash survivor Jamie Hull, the RLC Silver Stars Army Parachute Display Team, Misselchalke…

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Hemel Hempstead24 June 2023

) Dacorum’s Armed Forces Day Celebration 2023

Dacorum Borough Council would like to present our upcoming Armed Forces Day Celebration, taking place on Saturday 24th June in Gadebridge Park. The day will be for the whole community to enjoy and aimed to be inclusive to all households, despite the current cost of living crisis many are facing.…

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Henley-in-Arden25 June 2022

) Henley in Arden Armed Forces Day Parade

The Henley-in-Arden Branch of the Royal British Legion are having a parade for Armed Forces Day. 25th June. Muster is at 10am at the Memorial Hall, Henley-In-Arden we march to St. John’s for a church service, then march back to the Memorial Hall.

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Hereford24 June 2023

) Hereford Armed Forces Day Festival of Football

Herefordshire Football Association with the support of the Army FA and SSAFA will be holding a festival of football at our County Ground on Armed Forces Day. The British Army Reserve Men’s, Women’s, and Master’s teams will KO at 12 noon, 2 PM, and 4 PM against three Herefordshire-based football…

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Hereford17 June 2023

) Herefordshire Armed Forces Day

Herefordshire is celebrating Armed Forces Day 2023 with County Coronation Cadet Review followed by a Beating of Retreat. This public event will showcase our county Cadet Forces and bring together over 300 cadets and adult volunteers including: The Military Cadet Forces of the county: Hereford Cathedral School CCF Lucton School…

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High Wycombe24 June 2023

) My Wycombe Armed Forces Day Event

Join is in High Wycombe town centre for a day of fun and entertainment as we celebrate Armed Forces Day; with live music from The Polka Dots, Military Vehicles, including an AV Striker, themed street entertainment and more!

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Himley25 June 2023

) Himley Armed Forces Day 2023

Armed Forces Day returns for another year at the prestigious Grade II listed Himley Hall & Park. The free event runs from 11am to 5pm and offers fun for all the family, including a vintage military vehicle display, vintage fairground rides, Punch and Judy shows and dance lesson taster sessions.…

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Hinckley24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Hinckley

In partnership with the Hinckley combined Armed Forces and Veterans Community. Everyone is welcome to come and thank our past and present serving armed forces. There will be an outdoor service at 11am led by Reverend Ian Hill from Churches Together and a parade through the town centre.

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Honingham25 June 2023

) Norwich Armed Forces and Dunkirk Service 2023

A church service to give thanks for the Armed Forces present and past including those who served in Op Dynamo (Dunkirk) in 1940. Veterans’ Associations, cadets, and service personnel welcome representing the Armed Forces Family past and present.

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Horsham25 June 2023

) Horsham Armed Forces Day 2023

Join us in Piries Place and the Carfax for this free event from 11am, to raises public awareness of the contribution made to our country by those who serve and have served in His Majesty’s Armed Forces. There will be live musical performances including a Bugle & Drum Corps, static…

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Huntingdon23 June 2023

) Anglian Water Armed Forces Day

Anglian Water employees who are veterans, reservists, military spouses and/or cadet force volunteers will gathering for an informal coffee morning to recognise Armed Forces Week.

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Hythe25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day 2022

A parade along the High Street will commence at 10:50 hours, departing from Douglas Avenue, where all serving personnel and military veterans will be welcomed to take part. Led by a piper and RBL standards and others, a service of celebration and thanks will take place outside the Town Hall…

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Kempston21 June 2023

) ‘Elevenses’ Armed Forces Reserve Day

Our building is the old HQ for the Bedfordshire Regiment and we are situated adjacent to the Army Reserve Centre in Kempston. Personnel from the Army Reserve and Old Comrades are invited for Elevenses at the The Keep for tea and coffee in great appreciation of their service.

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Kempston22–24 June 2023

) Marimba Esemble Armed Forces Celebrations

We would like to work with local school to provide their children to the Marimba ensemble for the Armed Forces. Marimbas are great for coordination, crossing the mid-line, developing memory, and aural skills. They also encourage cooperation because band members must learn to give others space, wait their turn and…

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Kettering24 June 2023

) Summer Saturday Armed Forces Day

On Saturday 24 June we will be celebrating Armed Forces Day at our Summer Saturday community event in Kettering. The events will feature local cadets from 1101 Squadron who will be performing a drill demonstration as well as activities throughout the day. We will also bring a mixture of food…

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Kidderminster20 June 2022

) Armed Forces Flag Flying Ceremony

A special flag flying ceremony has been arranged by Kidderminster Town Council to honour the British Armed Forces. The event will take place outside Kidderminster Town Hall on Monday 20th June 2022. At 10:15am guests will be formally welcomed this will be followed by prayers. The flag will be raised…

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Kidderminster25 June 2022

) Wyre Forest Armed Forces Day 2022-music

We have two fantastic live bands for your entertainment on the evening of Saturday 25th June 2022. Kicking off with a great local band “Bad Luck and Superstition” rock/indie cover. Also 80’s band currently on tour “Doctor and the Medics” Look out for DJ Stu who will make a grand…

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King's Lynn20–25 June 2022

) King’s Lynn Armed Forces Event

Civic procession will leave the Town Hall at 10.15am. Raising the British Armed Forces Day flag at 10.30am The Mayor of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk, Cllr Lesley Bambridge, will lead tributes to current serving members of our armed forces as well as service families, veterans, reservists and adult cadet…

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Larne17 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day NI

The hugely popular Armed Forces Day will take place in Larne on Saturday 17 June 2023 at Sandy Bay Playing Fields, from 10am. Every year the event is held in the United Kingdom to celebrate the service of personnel in the British Armed forces both past and present. The action…

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Beverley1 July 2023

) Beverley Armed Forces Day 2023

On Saturday 1st July 2023 Beverley Armed Forces Day will return to Normandy Barracks after being held in Beverley’s town centre in recent years. We are planning a larger than ever event and will be inviting people from across the whole of East Yorkshire to attend. There will be a…

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Leeds24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Celebration with Happy Tears Foundation

Happy Tears Foundation will bring together the Black African Community they work with to celebrate the Armed Forces Day. The charity’s Chair who is an Army Officer will take participants through her journey as a female in the forces. It will also bee an opportunity for the community to get…

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Leeds25 June 2023

) Leeds Armed Forces Day 2023

Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Leeds, Leeds will celebrate Armed Forces Day on Sunday 25th June, 11am – 4pm with a free event on Briggate in Leeds City Centre. The day will include a parade, stalls, stands and exhibitions, plus activities for the whole family to get involved with.…

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South Wigston25 June 2023

) Armed Forces Veteran Cream Tea

We are opening the venue to everyone who wishes to attend, we are working with ex service men to put the event on from the Legion Riders, who will be putting of displays within the hall as well as offering free refreshments. We wish to educate the community about the…

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Leigh22 June–2 July 2023

) Multinational Musicians Celebrating Armed Forces

To celebrate Armed Forces , we are hosting different musicians from multinational backgrounds and different parts of the world to a joint performance. They will have joint preparatory sessions and prepare one big joint performance on Armed forces day. The musicians will use different instruments such as Marimba,hosho, xylophone and…

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Littlehampton24 June 2023

) Littlehampton Armed Forces Day

Join us from 10:30am for a FREE action-packed day to celebrate and honour those that serve and have served in the Armed Forces. There will be lots of entertainment and activities for all the family. The event will open with a parade and drumhead service. Following this there will be…

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London21 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day (Reserves Day)

The Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust has a proud affiliation with the Armed Forces community, and building on last years successful event, we will be hosting the 2023 Reserves day as part of HM Armed Forces Week. The event will celebrate all things “Reservist” with an opportunity to meet…

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London25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day, Hammersmith & Fulham

Armed Forces Day happens on the last Saturday of June every year and is a chance for local communities to show their support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving troops to services families, veterans and cadets. This year Hammersmith & Fulham…

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London25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Parade and Community Event

Events Opens at 10.30 am to the Public Parade Begins at 11.00 am attended by the Mayor and other VIP’s together with representatives of the Armed Forces together with members of the Cadet Forces. Commencing with a service and the laying of flowers for those serving in our Armed Forces…

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London22 June 2023

) Building Heroes Armed Forces Week Gala Dinner

This is a Gala Dinner event where we will be hosting guests to raise awareness of Building Heroes , a registered Tri-Military to Construction Charity that works to help those that have kept us safe with a seamless transition into the civilian workplace through training leading to a gateway of…

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LONDON25 June 2022

) Hackney’s Armed Forces Day Static Parade

Hackney’s annual Armed Forces Day static parade in the Town Hall Square is typically attended by the Deputy Lieutenant, a bugler, local forces, cadets and community groups and is hosted by Hackney Speaker, which is Cllr Humaira Garasia this year.

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London24 June 2023

) LGBTQAi+ ARMED FORCES – PAPER CUT PERFORMANCE & Q and A

On Armed Forces Day we will be holding an event for LGBTQAi+ Veterans, this event is to see the Park Theatre Production of new play Paper Cut, and to attend the exclusive Q and A after the Performance to meet the actors, creatives team, veterans working on the production and…

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Lowestoft24 June 2023

) Lowestoft Armed Forces Day 2023

We will be celebrating our Armed Forces who serve us on a daily basis as well as the Reserve forces and Veterans who have served before them and the young Cadets who will follow in years to come. There will be marching bands, displays, stalls, bands and singers on stage,…

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Macclesfield2 July 2023

) Macclesfield Armed Forces Day

Macclesfield Town Council invites you to join us in celebrating and commemorating the work of the British Armed Forces, at home and abroad. Come down to Market Square for live music, food and drinks, education and entertainment. A parade of current and former members of the Armed Forces and Cadets…

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Maldon25 June 2023

) Maldon Armed Forces Day

Maldon’s Armed Forces Day will bring together the local community, our MP and Councillors, cadets, reservists, veterans and regular service personnel to allow the public to give thanks to all those who have served and continue to do so. As part of the event we will have historic military re-enactment…

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Manchester24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Manchester 2023 – The Big Thank You

Manchester will honour the outstanding contribution of the nation’s armed forces with a special day of activities and entertainment for the whole family. The celebration will take over St Peter’s Square on Saturday 24 June – from 11am until 4pm – to thank current serving members of the armed forces…

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Stretford22 June 2022

) Armed Forces Support Day

As part of the Armed Forces Week 2022 I am organising a Support Day here at Stretford Jobcentre on our fourth floor hub to showcase all the support available to veterans in the Trafford area on the 22nd June. My aim is to have a host of service providers who…

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Manchester20 June–4 July 2023

) Disability and Armed Forces Together

Dimobi is founded through own lived experiences of bringing up children with learning disabilities and/or autism. Dimobi members are very aware of the impact of not receiving timely support and how being isolated, or misinformed can negatively impact for many years the whole quality of life for families. We would…

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Mansfield25–24 June 2023

) “Thanks & Fun” A tribute to all the Armed Forces Mansfield 2023

‘Thanks & Fun’ Mansfield’s Tribute to all the Armed Forces This event is very much a ‘Thank you’ to our armed forces, past, present & future, and to recognise the part they play to keep us safe. We start with a parade, led by Mansfield District Corps of Drums, which…

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Merriott25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day at ARK at Egwood

ARK at Egwood with funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Trust Fund has is running a year long project to socially engage with local members of the Armed Forces Community. ARK has been engaging with serving personnel, veterans and families as well as partner organisations as in the the RBL,…

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Oswestry24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Welcome Day

Free One Day entry for all serving armed forces personnel, veterans and reserves. Multi Award Winning Visitor attraction Always something new and exciting to see & do! Home to the Knife Angel & Manchester Bee with the largest sculpture park in the UK Offering a truly unique experience for visitors…

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Newark-on-Trent18 June 2023

) Newark Armed Forces Day 2023

Family day of music, entertainment and activity including displays of military vehicles, military charity fundraising market, military bands, military wives choir, a special veterans reception at Newark Town Hall, a military parade and inspection from the Lord Lieutenant including marching veterans.

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Newcastle upon Tyne24 June 2023

) Military vs Cancer Armed Forces Day Rugby Event

The Newcastle Falcons have very kindly agreed to support a Military vs Cancer Armed Forces Day Rugby Event at their 10,400 seat stadium; Kingston Park Stadium. The event will involve 1 or 2 games of rugby and we have been approached by UK Armed Forces RFC, UK Armed Forces RFC…

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Newport24 June 2023

) Wales National Armed Forces Day – Newport 2023

On Saturday 24th June 2023, Newport will be the host city for Wales National Armed Forces Day. The event will celebrate and acknowledge the contribution of those currently serving in the Armed Forces, veterans and volunteers. Programme SATURDAY 24th JUNE 10:00 Military Parade The Military Parade will commence and march…

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Northampton24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day – Northampton Town Council

Northampton Town Council is proud to be supporting Armed Forces Day 2023. There will be an Armed Forces Parade mustering at the top of Abington Street with the Lord Lieutenant taking the salute at the Guildhall. The newly formed Northampton Town Council will be signing the Armed Forces Covenant on…

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Northrepps24 June 2023

) Northrepps Armed Forces Gala Day 2023

Building on the success of our First Ever Armed Forces Day 2022, we intend to invite interactive displays, information hubs, experiences for younger children and opportunities’ for all our local branches of Army, Air Force Cadets and Scouts and schools to participate on the day.

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Norwich20 June 2022

) Armed Forces Flag Raising Ceremony

Armed forces day Flag raising ceremony . Norwich City Council will be raising the Armed forces day flag, as it will be done nationally, to start off the Armed forces days events. Members of the public , as well as veterans are invited to attend the outdoor service to see…

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Ormskirk24 June 2023

) Ormskirk Armed forces day for Scotty’s Little Soldiers

I am head of PTFA at school and am also a Army widow, my husband was LCpl Sam Greenfield 25028255 my children who attend or have attended the school are also members of Scotty’s Little Soldiers so we are planning a family day to remember all those who have served…

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Paignton17 June 2023

) Torbay Armed Forces Day

This is the 3rd year ran by the Torbay Armed Forces &Veteran Breakfast Club. A day for the people of Torbay to thank our Armed Forces Past, present, Future and not forgetting the family’s that support them. The day will start with a parade along the seafront. During the day…

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Peterborough24 June 2023

) Peterborough Armed Forces Day 2023

Peterborough Armed Forces Day will help showcase the Armed Forces in and around the city with attendance from local regular and reserve units, local and national Armed Forces Support organisations, cadet branches and members of the Peterborough City Armed Forces Covenant Partnership Board. The day will comprise of an opening…

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Plymouth25 June 2022

) Plymouth Armed Forces Day

Plymouth’s Armed Forces Day is a day of celebration and the opportunity for the people of Plymouth to come together to say a big thank you to our military and their families. This hugely popular free event takes place on the glorious Plymouth Hoe, which provides the perfect location for…

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Plymouth24 June 2023

) Plymouth Armed Forces Day

Plymouth Armed Forces Day, in association with Babcock, will be returning on Saturday 24 June 2023, with an exciting day for all the family to enjoy on Plymouth Hoe. Armed Forces Day is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to come along and show their support for the men and women…

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Pontefract17 June 2023

) Wakefield Armed Forces Day

Wakefield Armed Forces Day is a day of celebration and a real opportunity for the people of Wakefield District to come together to say a big thank you to our military personnel and their families, along with our many Veterans and Cadet Forces. This hugely popular, free event will take…

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Pontefract3 July 2022

) Wakefield Armed Forces Day

Wakefield Armed Forces Day is a day of celebration and a real opportunity for the people of Wakefield District to come together to say a big thank you to our military personnel and their families, along with our Veterans and Cadet Forces. This hugely popular, free event will take place…

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Pontefract17 June 2023

) Wakefield Armed Forces Day

Wakefield Armed Forces Day is a day of celebration and a real opportunity for the people of Wakefield District to come together to say a big thank you to our military personnel and their families, along with our many Veterans and local Cadet Forces. This hugely popular, free event will…

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Port Talbot 25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day 2022

Information stalls from local veterans groups and charities, entertainment from Bois Afan, Kirsten Orsborn and the RBL band, climbing wales, Forces Fitness and more

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Portsmouth17 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day 2023 – Portsmouth

Armed Forces Day: Date: 17th June 2023 Location: Southsea Common, Portsmouth. Armed Forces day celebrates the military community, which is especially pertinent in a city with such close ties to the armed forces as Portsmouth. The day is a chance for the city to show support for the men and…

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Potters Bar25 June 2022

) Armed Forces

Armed Forces Day parade and flag, outside of the hall, military cadets and officer all members and visitors most welcome

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South Queensferry24–28 June 2023

) Armed Forces on the Water – Edinburgh

Join us to celebrate Armed Forces Day, for a selection of trips on our brand new fully accessible catamaran ‘Wetwheels Edinburgh’ . Trips will take place on a daily basis from the 24 – 28th of June, and leave and return from Port Edgar Marina, South Queensferry. The boat will…

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Ramsgate24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Parade and Drumhead Service

Ramsgate Town will be holding a parade with the local armed forces, ex service organisations and cadet forces on Armed Forces Day, Saturday 24 June 2023. – Ramsgate’s AFD Parade and Drumhead Service. They will parade around the only Royal Harbour in the UK at Ramsgate. The parade will be…

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Ramsgate24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Parade and Drumhead Service

An Armed Forces Parade and Drumhead Service is held in Ramsgate every year to show Ramsgate’s support for the men and women of the Armed Forces community. This annual event brings the community together. The parade will be made up of serving military, veterans, and local cadet, scouts and guides…

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Redcar24 June 2023

) Redcar & Cleveland Armed Forces Day

Redcar & Cleveland’s Armed Forces Day event 2023 will take place Saturday June 24th, on High Street, Redcar. The day will commence at 10.20am with a parade of military personnel, both past and present, marching along the High Street toward the King Edward VII Memorial Clock for the official opening…

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Reigate24 June 2022

) Armed Forces Flag Raising Service

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council will be commemorating Armed Forces Day with a flag raising ceremony at the Town Hall on Friday 24 June at 10am. The service is open to all

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Richmond20 June 2022

) Raising the Flag for our Armed Forces – Richmond, North Yorkshire

A short ceremony will take place featuring the formal Armed Forces Day Flag Raising at 10.30 am, in the presence of serving personnel, army association groups, Royal British Legion branches, voluntary organisations and dignitaries. The ceremony is taking place in a public garden and all are welcome to attend to…

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Rotherham24 June 2023

) Rotherham Armed Forces Day

Rotherham town centre will once again host celebrations for Armed Forces Day on Saturday, 24th June. A traditional parade will start from College Street, followed by a parade inspection in All Saints’ Square, there will be a Service of Worship and speeches to remember those who died, and to give…

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Rowington24 June 2023

) Warwick Armed Forces Cross Country Triathlon World Record Challenge 2023

Attempting to increase my career fitness endurance challenges and World Records to 725 documented feats covering 9 different sporting disciplines. the outdoor triathlon challenges will involve kayaking , mountain biking and cross country speed marching carrying a weighted back pack. there are two different venues the first is the River…

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Ryde25 June 2023

) Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day

The Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community. From currently serving troops to service families, veterans and cadets. This year it is at an enviable beach side location, perfectly positioned to celebrate…

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Scarborough24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day

Scarborough has held Armed Forces Day annually since 2009. Scarborough hosted the Armed Forces Day National Event in 2022 and this year the intention is host the town’s event once again within the footprint of the South Bay. The day is always popular with both residents and visitors to the…

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Scunthorpe24 June 2023

) North Lincolnshire Armed Forces Day 2023

North Lincolnshire Armed Forces Day 2023 will recognise the contribution of our Armed Forces and thank them for their service. There will be live music and plenty of fun family activities. We will be joined by local organisations and military charities as well as our local reserve and cadet units…

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Sheffield18 June 2022

) Sheffield Armed Forces & Veterans Day

Armed Forces and Veterans Day Saturday 18 June 2022 Join the Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Cllr Sioned-Mair Richards, Sheffield Armed Forces and Veterans to celebrate with a series of activities. • Watch the veterans’ parade and ceremony • Tap your toes and sing along to the Ashby Big Band as…

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Shrewsbury24 June 2023

) Shropshire Armed Forces Family Fun Day

This event is aimed at the Armed Forces Community. It’s an opportunity for the whole family to spend the day together. During the day there will be a number of activities which people can have a go at. Service Charities and other organisations will be on hand to offer advice.…

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Skelmersdale17 June 2023

) Skelmersdale Armed Forces Day 2023

I am currently still serving member of H.M Forces and have joined the Skelmersdale Veterans Association and have been granted permission from the council to have this event. Im looking to put on recruitment plus kids rides and activities along with food and drinks. I can show you the instruction…

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SKELMORLIE24 June 2023

) SKELMORLIE ARMED FORCES AIRCRAFT RECOGNITION AND AMATEUR RADIO EVENT

1.We will be running a free entry WW2 aircraft model recognition competition with a £20 WH Smith gift card to the lucky winner. 2.We will have reps from a local Mens shed modelling club displaying military models. 3.We will have members of two amateur ham radio clubs demonstrating their radio…

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Skelmorlie25 June 2022

) Skelmorlie Armed Forces Recognition Events.

For the visiting public at our free admission museum/heritage site we will be running a map reading exercise to identify ten points of interest within the River Clyde using our binoculars and 1:25000 scale maps. In addition we will have a free entry tabletop display of ten WW2 aircraft models…

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Sleaford19 June 2023

) Armed Forces Flag Raising Ceremony and Veterans Lunch

Our Armed Forces Celebrations will start at outside St Deny’s Church, Market Square, Sleaford with our Flag Raising Ceremony on Monday 19th June 2023 celebrating past, present and future generations of Armed Forces personnel. Communities from across the District will be invited to join us to take part in the…

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Taunton5 November 2022

) Armed Forces Day Event Taunton Rugby Football Club

Armed Forces Day event with Armed Forces Covenant signing at Taunton Rugby Football Club on Saturday 5th November 2022. The Armed Forces Day event is celebrated in November as there are no games in June. Taunton Rugby Football Club give free entry to serving personnel, veterans and for Under 16’s…

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South Shields18 June 2023

) Badlanders Motorcycle Club Armed Forces Day

That day starts at 10am with a cavalcade of approximately 500 motorbikes along the Sea Front into the park. This will be followed by a parade troops and veterans marching with a Pipe Band into the Park where the Lord Lieutenant will take the salute. After the Lord Lieutenant and…

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Southampton2 July 2023

) Southampton City Armed Forces Day 2023

We will be holding a parade through the city of Southampton for Serving members and Veterans of our HM Armed Forces and Cadet Forces. Along with displays and entertainment.

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Southend-on-Sea25 June 2022

) Southend Armed Forces Day

Active servicemen and women, veterans, and residents are being invited to pay their respects to the Armed Forces community as the annual parade returns to the city centre. The event will take place on Armed Forces Day on Saturday, June 25, with the parade taking place in high street followed…

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Southport25 June 2023

) Southport Armed Forces Day

Sunday 25th June Local Veterans from SSAFA Sefton (The Armed Forces Charity) based at RAF Woodvale are to hold their Armed Forces Day event at the Town Hall (Princess Diana Memorial Gardens) in front of the Southport Town Hall and along Lord Street. Starting the event off with a Drumhead…

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Southport25 June 2023

) The Atkinson Salutes The Armed Forces

Come along to The Atkinson and meet groups and societies who support our Armed Forces Free family friendly craft activities See The Polish Heritage Flight exhibition and meet the team , including pilot Dave Harvey A Great Little Place cafe will be open to serve fantastic snacks and lunches. For…

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Spennymoor18 June 2022

) Spennymoor Town Council Armed Forces Day

The event is a celebration of our Armed Forces personnel and their families. There will be free rides and inflatables, live entertainment, competitions, stalls, catering vans and much more. It is all inclusive and everyone is welcome.

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Spennymoor17 June 2023

) Spennymoor Town Council Armed Forces Day Event

The event will start a 11am with a traditional Drumhead Services. This is a religious service which was held during battle to enable service personnel to honour their fallen comrades. There will be representation at the whole event from several areas of the armed services, plus the army and navy…

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St Helens17 June 2023

) St Helens Armed Forces Day 2023

St.Helens Armed Forces Day will be held at Victoria Park (WA10 2UE), from 11.00am-4.00pm on Saturday 17 June 2023. It is a free event aimed at all the family. The event will begin with a grand parade of Armed Forces Past, Present and Future at 12 p.m. followed by a…

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Stanley25 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day

The event will be a free, family orientated event, held in the middle of the Town which will support and celebrate the Armed Forces community including serving Cadets and Veterans. The street will be decorated and there will be staging providing entertainment throughout the event as well as mobile and…

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Stevenage24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day

Returning to Stevenage Town Square is our annual Armed Forces Day, celebrating the work of our past and present veterans and charities that support them. Come along to speak to amazing charities such as Royal Naval Association, Kaotic Angels (if you’re lucky, they’ll show and talk you through their motorbike…

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Stirling24 June 2023

) Stirling Armed Forces Day Parade 2023

Stirling Armed Forces Day Parade will muster at the Top of the Town and parade down through the city centre, finishing up at the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum. Parade participants will be confirmed nearer the time but are expected to include serving and veteran military personnel and military…

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STOCKPORT24 June 2023

) Stockport Armed Forces Day celebrations

A parade and march with standards and a band. Serving regulars, reservists, veterans and cadets. Parade at St. Peters Square, with a march down Petersgate and into the Marketplace. There will be a stage in the castle yard for live music. There will be numerous static displays of military and…

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Stoke on Trent25 June 2023

) North Staffs Armed Forces añd Veterans Celebration Day 2023

Full Military Parade and Drumhead Service. Includes Veterans ,Cadets and Serving Personnel . VIp Guests include The Lord Lieutenant and High Sheriff. Military Stalls and Displays. Family Fun Day .Musical Entertainment from.the 1940’s. Military vehicle display. Emergency Services Displays. Help for Heroes,Ssafa , Tri-services and many more Military Charities will…

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Stoke-on-Trent25 June 2023

) NORTH STAFFS ARMED FORCES AND VETERANS CELEBRATION DAY 2023

Full military parade, including Veterans, Cadets and Serving Members, Drumhead Service, Family Fun Day with Military displays, vehicle dispalys. Musical Entertainment of the 40’s era. Flag displays, Funfair, Military stalls. Fire Service and Police displays.

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Sunderland25–26 June 2022

) Sunderland Armed Forces Weekend

The Sunderland Armed Forces Weekend is a celebration of our city’s serving and veteran personnel. Over the weekend there will be various performances from local dance troupes to the D Day Darlings and Yvonne the Vintage Vocalist. There will also be numerous military associations and charities attending and over 70…

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Sunderland24–25 June 2023

) Sunderland Armed Forces Weekend 2023

The Sunderland Armed Forces Weekend is a celebration of our city’s serving and veteran personnel and their families. Over the weekend there will be various performances from local and regional acts. There will also be numerous military associations and charities attending and over 70 market stalls not including street food…

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SUTTON24 June 2023

) Armed forces day at The Crown Sutton

Raffles, charity run (before the event) staff challenges (sit ups press up squats) trying to get Sutton/Surreys world strongest man involved would love some Veterans to come if possible, this is our 3rd offical year since I took over the pub, due to being a forces family and my dad…

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Swanley24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day

Army, Air and Sea Cadets will take part in the whole day providing displays, recruitment and information stands. An official raising of the Armed Forces Flag follows the DL of Kent’s inspection prior to parading to the arena. Numerous community and charity organisations along with local businesses which include Help4Heroe…

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Swanley25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day

The Army, Air and Sea cadets will take part in the whole day providing recruitment and information stands, displays and take part in the raising of the Armed Forces Day Flag and parade. The cadets will be inspected by the DL of Kent prior to the parade. There will be…

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Swanley24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day

Our Armed Forces day is a free community event that is put on annually for our residents. We have choices of Hot and Cold drinks, entertainment, community volunteers, pop up shops and information stands. We like to host these events for our residents, they are free to attend to make…

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Swanley24 June 2023

) Swanley Armed Forces Day 2023

This is a family event with community stalls, small fair rides, food vendors, and static displays of military and vintage vehicles. This is will be the fourth year for this National Event which is to say thank you to our Armed Forces personnel. It is anticipated that around 2000 people…

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Taunton1 July 2023

) Somerset Armed Forces Day 2023

Community event open to all and free to attend to celebrate our armed Forces, Cadets and veterans, last we had over 21,000 visitors, we plan to even better this year. Lost of displays, performances, such free fall parachute, re-enactments, static and inter active displays by local units – with VIPs

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Telford25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day 2022

We will have representation from all 3 services. We have a helicopter landing and Military vehicles in attendance, we have RAFA, SAFA representation and the Cadets . Its a free to attend event as we have a lot of Military bases near by and will welcome lots of Military families…

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Telford25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day 2022

This is an Event for all the residents of Telford to celebrate our Armed forces- we have a large military presence in Telford. We will have representation from all services , Military Vehicles, Entertainment, Kids activities and we are hoping to include an Invictus style games event. We will also…

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Telford24 June 2023

) Armed Forces day 2023

This is a free family fun day celebrating Armed forces day and our close link to our Military in Telford. We will have a Military presence as well as family entertainment and activities. Food and refreshments will be available for the day

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Thurso25 June 2023

) Thurso Armed Forces Day

Thurso Armed Forces Day – 25th June 2023 After many years of absence the Thurso Branch of the Royal British Legion Scotland are seeking to reintroduce an annual Armed Forces Day to show support for the UK Armed Forces, past and present, and their families whilst promoting the valuable contribution…

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Tidworth24 June 2023

) Tidworth Armed Forces Day

The day is to bring the community together to celebrate the Armed Forces, we have lots going on including a evening music event featuring :The Dusk Hounds, Off The Cuff, Deploy Deejays plus more. We have Non Stop Kids Entertainment , who’s fantastic entertainers guarantee to completely entertain the children…

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Tidworth25 June 2022

) Tidworth Armed Forces Day 2022

We are celebrating Armed Forces Day on 25th June 2022. We have a variety of arena performances including Tigers Children’s Motorcycle Display Team, Hawkeye Falconry, Extreme Bike Battle (BMX display), Tidworth Military Wives Choir, Covergirlz, various stalls selling their wears and we are excited to confirm our first evening music…

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Tiverton25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Day

The Armed Forces Day event at Tiverton Pannier Market is shaping up to be an absolute cracker. A town centre parade will take place from Lowman Green to Gold Street and Fore Street from 11.50am to midday. The parade, organised by the Royal British Legion, will conclude with Lieutenant General…

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Trimdon Grange1 July 2023

) Trimdon Armed Forces Family Fun Day 2023

We aim to provide a community family fun event to celebrate armed forces day. During Covid we identified the need to combat social isolation and promote community health and wellbeing, bringing back the good old community spirit. We will again invite other local services such as cadets, fire brigade, scouts,…

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Trowbridge24 June 2023

) Trowbridge Armed Forces Day Celebrations

Trowbridge Town Council will be signing the Armed Forces Covenant as part of the event and local residents are invited to join us for an afternoon of entertainment – including a performance from the Military Wives Choir, military displays, the covenant signing and the opportunity to picnic in the park.

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Trowbridge25 June 2022

) Trowbridge Carnival Fayre supporting Armed Forces Day

A relaxed family day in Trowbridge Park with Carnival activities, stalls, Cadet Unit displays, veteran associations, charities, vehicles, boot sale, dog show, music, dancing and singing on the bandstand. There will be recognition of UK Armed Forces, at home and abroad, with memories from veterans who have served and those…

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Warrington25 June 2022

) Armed Forces Fitness at Village Gym

June 25th marks National Armed Forces Day, a celebration of vets to cadets and a huge morale boost to our troops. So in the footsteps of our British Heroes, we’re all about fine tuning formation, refining routines and bringing out our inner warrior. Join us, with a free pass to…

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Watford24 June 2023

) “Armed Forces ” United fun day

A fun day for local Armed Forces families to enjoy with the local community, courtesy of The Former Players Club – hosted by Watford legend and Armed Forces Champion -Luther Blissett OBE 12.00 doors open 1.00 Football tournament – 6 aside England v The rest. Kicking off with a Veteran…

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West Bromwich24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day at Dartmouth Park

Armed Forces Day at Dartmouth Park will be a day for those in service and their families to enjoy free family activities, including entertainment and fair rides.

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West Bromwich24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day Sandwell

A celebration of our Armed Forces past and present with stage entertainment, crafts, fair rides, stalls and family fun.

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Black - African24 June 2023

) Black African Community In Scotland Armed Forces Special Event

An information event to bring together the Armed Forces and the Black African Community in Scotland. This would be a great opportunity for the community to get a closer understanding of the armed forces, how the army is structured, how people can join the army and knowing more about all…

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Weston-super-Mare25–26 June 2022

) Weston Armed Forces Weekend

The Armed Forces Day has developed into a must see two-day event that incorporates a wonderful Air Show and attracts over 200,000 visitors over the weekend and is the result of 12 months dedicated work by the organising committee. The purpose of the event is to showcase the brilliant work…

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Weybridge30 June 2022

) Thank You Armed Forces

We will be serving complimentary tea/coffee and cake and will be providing entertainment between 10.30 and 11.30am. All serving, retired and disabled personnel welcome.

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Weymouth24–25 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day with The Veterans Hub

A weekend of festivities at the Veterans Hub Community Café in Weymouth. There will be a BBQ/Picnic on both days, live music, guest talks by veterans, military vehicles, a mini art exhibition of veterans artwork, and some family activities/games with a military theme.

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Weymouth

) Weymouth Armed Forces Celebrations

Weymouth will host a three day celebration in support of our Armed Forces, past, present and future over the weekend of Saturday 17th, Sunday 18th and Monday 19th June 2023. Our Armed Forces and Veterans have made and continue to make a significant contribution to our nation and the Weymouth…

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Whittlesey23 June 2023

) Boons Transport armed forces day

Boons Transport employees who are veterans, reservists, military spouses and/or cadet force volunteers will gathering for an informal coffee morning to recognise Armed Forces Week.

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Wigan24 June 2023

) Wigan and Leigh Armed Forces Day 2023 – Wigan

Wigan Borough Armed Forces Day celebrations will consist of stalls, fairground attractions, entertainment and military vehicles standings within Wigan Town Centre. A large parade will take place allowing the public of the borough to show their support and thanks to both those who are serving and have served. A staged…

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Wigan24 June 2023

) Wigan Armed Forces Day 2023

Join us in Wigan to celebrate our Armed Forces community, starting the day with a parade from Mesnes Park into the town centre where festivities will culminate at Market Place. The event is open to all those who are currently, or have previously served in the Armed Forces, their families…

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Windsor24 June 2023

) Armed Forces Day -Rotary Club of Windsor and Eton Summer Fayre

Armed Forces Day raises public awareness of the contribution made to our country by those who serve and have served in His Majesty’s Armed Forces. A FREE event, so come along and have a chat with the local based Windsor Army Reserves (Bolton Road, Windsor)- 94 (Berkshire Yeomanry) Signal Squadron…

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Windsor25 June 2022

) Windsor Armed forces day

A parade of Veterans, Members of the Armed forces and cadets and Family members. Displays with Military vehicles and equipment on display Rifle ranges, cooking demonstrations. Vintage military vehicles. Military Music displays from Corps of Drums WW1 re enacttors. Food stalls from around the world the forces have served. One…

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Wisbech19 June 2022

) Wisbech Armed Forces Day Event 2022

The event is staged so that the residents of Wisbech and surrounding areas can show their support and gratitude to the members of the Armed Forces past and present. The main display will be at least one full sized Spitfire aircraft coupled with other military vehicles. Stands from Service charities,…

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Wisbech18 June 2023

) Wisbech Armed Forces Day Event 2023

The 2023 Wisbech Event will be held in Wisbech Park PE13 3AB and will consist of stalls. displays and demonstrations by uniformed Cadet Units, Ex Service charities and local groups supporting the Military. The main display will be of 2 (stc.) Spitfires. The highlight will be a parade to salute…

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Wolverhampton24 June 2023

) Wolverhampton Armed Forces Day

This free, family-fun event is open to all and is a celebration of our armed forces community and an opportunity to say thank you for all they do for our city and the country. The event will include a funfair, a range of food stalls and bars as well as…

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22 June 2023

) Suffolk Armed Forces Day

Service personnel from the three main military bases in Suffolk will be on parade to receive thanks from local dignitaries on behalf of the people of Suffolk for the service and sacrifice the Armed Forces make on behalf of the nation. Veterans and cadets will also be present and there…

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Woodstock1 July 2023

) Armed Forces Day at the Women and War Exhibition

Join us at the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum on the 1st of July to discover a brand-new exhibition, Women and War. This Armed Forces Day event offers a free invitation for current Armed Forces personnel, their families, cadets and veterans to explore this exciting exhibition. This exhibition celebrates the diverse…

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Workington24 June 2023

) Workington Armed Forces Day 2023

There will be a meet and greet at W.R.B.L.CLUB from 10am prior to the parade which starts from Pow Street at 11am. On parade we invite all members of the Armed Forces past and present, including all the cadets, R.B.L members , family and friends. After the parade lunch will…

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Workington24 June 2023

) WORKINGTON ARMED FORCES DAY 2023

Workington Armed Forces Day, will take place on Saturday 24th June. The day will start with refreshments in the club for all those taking part in the parade, then we will muster on Pow Street, to march through the town to the Vulcans Park for a Drum Head service. After…

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WORTHING24 June 2023

) Worthing Armed Forces Day

RAF Flypast, Military Vehicle display, Marching bands, live music, displays from The Grenadier Guards and other local military units and much more.

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Wyton1 July 2023

) RAF Wyton Armed Forces Day 2023

Open to the general public, the Armed Forces Community, Cadets, and Veterans the RAF Wyton Armed Forces Day 2023 will bring together military displays (including a flypast), military music, entertainment for all ages, food and drink and promises to be a fantastic day out for the whole family. Ticket site…

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York24 June 2023

) City of York Armed Forces Day 19-24 June 2023

City of York is a “forces friendly” city and we welcome serving military personnel, reservists, cadets, veterans and their families during Armed Forces Day week which runs from 19-24 June. There are special events starting with a flag raising event at Mansion House on Monday 19 June, and local discounts…

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