Salisbury's annual Armed Forces Day returns

Monday, 6 June 2022 01:00

Salisbury's annual Armed Forces Day will return to the Market Place and Guildhall Square from 10am until 4pm on Sunday 26th June.

The free event offers a chance to show your support for the past, present and future of the Armed Forces and its community.

Enjoy military displays from organisations including Military Intelligence and 32 Regiment Royal Artillery and visit the military charities providing information and activities for all ages.

For children, there will be free craft "make and take" activities, workshops, fair rides and face painters. Disco Dion will also be there with a great DJ set providing entertainment for all.

Attendees will also be treated to live music from the Army Medical Services Band. The band, which is made up of 30 talented musicians, will perform from 11.30am until 12.30pm.

If you would like to take part in Salisbury City Council's Armed Forces Day event click here.

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