World record attempt to be made at armed forces event in Leamington this weekend
A former soldier known for his feats of strength and endurance will make a Guinness World Record attempt at the Armed Forces Day Community Event in Leamington on Saturday (June 27).
Paddy Doyle, a former para serving in the 2nd Battalion, Parachute Regiment will be completing his 1,040th fitness challenge for a new world record of 1,040 sporting achievements.
The challenge will be officiated by Guinness World Record judges, with former Olympic discus thrower Kevin Brown there to award the official certificate upon successful completion.
Paddy will be starting the challenge around near the bandstand in the Pump Room Gardens at around noon during the Armed Forces Day Community Event.
The free-to-attend event, which says ‘thank you’ to our armed forces, takes place in and around the park from 11am to 4pm and has been organised for residents by Warwick District Council.
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.
It includes activities, information, performances and displays aimed at families, individuals, military enthusiasts and current and former serving members of the armed forces.
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