Armed Forces Day is a national celebration to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community. From currently serving troops, to reservists, service families, veterans and cadets.
This year it falls on Saturday 28 June, concluding a week of events and activities across the country.
Armed Forces Day event
Bring your flags, drinks and snacks and join us for a free afternoon of musical entertainment to mark Armed Forces Day.
When: Saturday 28 June, from midday
Where: Bond Square, The Lexicon
The Sing Healthy Choir will perform a medley of show tunes from the 1920s and beyond. The Candy Girls will delight you with classics from the 1940s and 1950s, plus some modern hits with a retro twist.
Show times are:
- midday: Artemis Studios
- 1pm: Sing Healthy Choirs
- 1:30pm: The Candy Girls
- 2pm: Sing Healthy Choirs
- 2:30pm: The Candy Girls
We will be joined by The Royal British Legion and The Royal Naval Association. We are also running a free children’s craft activity. There is something for everyone to help show our appreciation and celebrate our armed forces.
Celebrate in your community
We encourage you to take part in Armed Forces Day by attending local events, flying a flag or simply taking a moment to thank those who serve.
The Armed Forces Flag will be flown at the council’s Time Square office and the office will be lit up in red, white and blue.
You are invited to a flag-raising ceremony at Sandhurst Memorial Park on Monday 23 June at 2pm.
Bracknell Forest and the Armed Forces
We take pride in our strong ties to the Armed Forces. We have a close relationship with the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. We also actively participate in the Civilian Military Partnership. This partnership unites local services, charities, and public bodies. Its goal is to support the Armed Forces community and make sure they are treated fairly.
We are proud to have achieved silver status in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are committed to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families in our workforce and community.
Bracknell Forest is proud to be home to the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS). RMAS a world-renowned institution that plays a vital role in shaping the future leaders of the British Army and allied forces. It brings with it a rich heritage of excellence, discipline, and service, which aligns closely with the values of our borough.
Its presence:
- enhances our community’s identity
- fosters strong civil-military relationships
- contributes to local pride and cohesion
We are honoured to support and celebrate the Academy’s role in national and international defence. We value the positive impact it has on our residents, economy, and cultural life.
Support for the Armed Forces community
We offer a range of support services for veterans, serving personnel and their families. Find out more on our webpages:
We are proud to promote the SSAFA – the Armed Forces charity. It is the UK’s oldest national tri-service military charity. They are a source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in times of need.
Find out more on the SSAFA website and watch their video about Harold, a 102-year-old WW2 veteran.
Learn more
Visit these website to find out more about the Armed Forces:
- take part in the British Army's real-life training
- explore a range of topics from the Imperial War Museums
- crack Morse Code and take part in a survival quiz from the National Army Museum
- take part in the Royal Airforce Museum virtual events
- take a virtual tour of The Royal Military Academy
You could also consider taking a trip to visit the The RAF Museum London.