Pretty Skinz Face and Body Art will be with us next Saturday. Bringing colour, sparkle, and big smiles, Pretty Skinz Face & Body Art transform little faces into butterflies, tigers, superheroes and more. With creative designs and a friendly touch, they will add a burst of fun to our event, perfect for families, photos, and […]
Taunton Deane Shooting Association are with us on Somerset Armed Forces Day. Promoting safe, skilled, and responsible shooting, Taunton Deane Shooting Association brings expert knowledge and a warm welcome to anyone curious about the sport. Drop by their pitch to learn, chat, and discover what modern marksmanship is all about. If you would like to […]
Representatives from Guide Dogs UK are with us next Saturday, Guide Dogs UK give people with sight loss the freedom to live life on their own terms. Through expertly trained dogs, life‑changing support, and practical guidance for all ages, they help individuals build confidence, independence, and a brighter future. Their work is powered by compassion, […]
The Infantry Engagement Team are the Army’s boots‑on‑the‑ground ambassadors, a dynamic group of soldiers who bring the grit, teamwork, and professionalism of the infantry straight to the public. They don’t just talk about life in the Army; they show it. Expect hands‑on displays, real kit demonstrations, and plenty of good‑humoured insight into what it takes […]
Stop by the Salt ‘n’ Pepper Chicken and Chips cabin at Somerset Armed Forces Day, there’s sure to be something you’ll enjoy.
The High‑Flying (But Never Quite Airborne) Entertainer is back on Saturday 4th July. Get ready for one of the most charmingly eccentric sights of Somerset Armed Forces Day, Roger Blighty, the vintage styled aviator who patrols the event atop his magnificent, wing equipped pennyfarthing flying machine. Dressed in full retro pilot gear, leather jacket, goggles, […]
The Samaritans Taunton will be joining us on Somerset Armed Forces Day. Samaritans is a UK and Ireland‑wide charity dedicated to supporting people who are struggling to cope, especially those experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. Their core mission is to ensure fewer people die by suicide, and they do this by offering confidential, non‑judgemental […]
Global Catering will be joining us on Saturday 4th July, bringing their expertise from years of delivering high‑quality catering across Hampshire and the South West for us to enjoy. Stop by their pitch and enjoy a variety of sweet and savoury dishes. Have a look at their Facebook page to see what they have to […]
The 675 Squadron 6 Army Air Corps, an Army Reserve unit based at Bishops Hull in Taunton will be back at Somerset Armed Forces Day on Saturday 4th July. The Army Air Corps (AAC) Reserves form the reserve component of the British Army’s aviation branch, supporting frontline helicopter operations such as the Apache AH‑64E and […]
This is our schedule for next week’s event, subject to change depending on the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and Middlezoy Aerodrome flight. We shall keep you updated.
ABF South West, The Army Benelovent Fund charity will be with us again this year on Saturday 4th July. They are the Army’s national charity and they support soldiers past and present for life, to ensure they have a good quality of life. They help wounded soldiers adapt to life after service and assist veterans […]
Armed Forces Day is officially just one Saturday, but the UK marks it as part of a wider Armed Forces Week, which naturally stretches celebrations across several days. Councils, charities, schools, cadet units and community groups use the whole week — and the weekends either side — to run events when venues, volunteers and families […]
Thank you so much to Wellington Motors Omoda & Jaecoo for their support of this year’s event: Wellington Motors are proud to be supporting Somerset Armed Forces Day 🇬🇧 At Wellington Motors Omoda & Jaecoo, we’re honoured to stand alongside our Armed Forces community and show our appreciation for the dedication, service, and sacrifice of […]
Prestige Nursing & Care is a trusted, award‑winning homecare provider with a proud heritage, celebrating 80 years of service last year after being founded in 1945. Known for delivering compassionate, nurse‑led support that helps people live independently at home, Prestige combines decades of expertise with modern, personalised care. With highly trained carers, flexible packages, and […]
****Arena Event**** The Association of Crown Forces (1776), regular visitors to Somerset Armed Forces Day will be doing a display in the main arena. Formed in 1982, The Assocciation of Crown Forces (1776) are a re-enactment group who were the first re-enactment society in the UK to specialise in the American War of Independence. They […]
1 Rifles is a battalion of The Rifles, the British Army’s largest infantry regiment. Formed in 2007, The Rifles brought together several historic light infantry regiments — and 1 Rifles carries that heritage forward with a modern, fast‑moving, adaptable role. They will have representation at Somerset Armed Forces Day on Saturday 4th July. This link […]