Armed Forces Day community event to take place in Leamington next weekend

A free-to-attend event which says ‘thank you’ to our armed forces is being held in Leamington town centre next weekend.

The Armed Forces Day Community Event, organised by Warwick District Council for residents, will take place at the Pump Room Gardens on Saturday June 27 from 11am to 4pm.

Some photos from the event last year. Pictures supplied.

placeholder image — Some photos from the event last year. Pictures supplied.

The annual event builds on the success of previous years, with recognition of the Armed Forces and the contributions that our allies have made in past conflicts, and continue to make and strengthen.

The event includes activities, information, performances and displays aimed at families, individuals, military enthusiasts and current and former serving members of the Armed Forces.

A photo from the event last year. Credit: Allan Jennings.

The event will begin with a parade starting in Bedford Street at 10.45am and forming up in front of the bandstand at the Pump Room Gardens.

Following the opening speeches there will be a Fusiliers re-enactment blank firepower display, a cadet drill challenge, entertainment from vintage singer Celine Rose, performances by Royal Spa Brass, a sea cadets marching band and the band Man Made Moon, a kukri dance display by Gurkhas and more.

There will be stalls displaying items from the military museums of Warwick, veteran support charities, local military regiments, a display of military vehicles including tanks in Dormer Place, free children’s activities including a bouncy castle and trampolines and free hot dogs and ice creams for children and free vegetarian food served by Sikh Langar (all while stocks last).

The event is supported by Leamington Town Council, The Royal British Legion and sponsored by local businesses Ian Williams, Wright Roofing, D&K Heating, Slate Events and PSL Distribution Ltd

For more information visit https://www.warwickdc.gov.uk/armedforcesday