We shall have a Scimitar at Armed Forces Day. The Scimitar is an armoured tracked military reconnaissance vehicle that was used by the British Army until they were retired from active service last year.https://edition.pagesuite.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&edid=f63f776a-8efe-42ba-93c6-e72f2a9f2707 – see page 13. This reconnaissance vehicle was built in 1974 and has a top road speed of 50 mph. Take […]
*We still have some tables available* During SAFD 2024 supporters will have the opportunity to sponsor tables in the Guest Suite, which is closed to the public, to network with other sponsors, dignitaries, and organisers. Tables for 10 people will be available. All guests will receive an admittance pass, which will be required to be […]
The SAFD Committee are delighted that Carlos and the team at the Corner House Hotel, Taunton are again supporting our show in 2024. The provision of accommodation by Corner House Hotel allows us to offer that gift to selected others who have an input to the success of our show. Thank you for your continued […]
Observers in the West will be back with us again this year on Armed Forces Day, They bring to us a replica of a wartime ‘post’, at which two observers from the Observer Corps, at any one time, would stand watch and report all aircraft movements to their local ‘Centre’. These communications points would transmit […]
We will have military vehicles parked up around Vivary Park. This is a 1944 Triumph 3HW and the markings on the bike represent the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers. The second photo is a mock up of a minefield being cleared in WWII. If you want to know how the Royal Engineers went about clearing mines, […]
We are pleased to say that the living history group the Medieval Free Company will be with us on Armed Forces Day. So just who are the and what are they all about? They are a group of individuals and families who all have one thing in common, their interest in medieval history. Their speciality […]
If you like books, then stop by Stacy’s Book Emporium pitch on Saturday 6th July. She doesn’t just sell children’s books, she has a large selection for adults too. Your sure to find something you like. See what she has to offer here on her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stacysbooksales
Do you have any furniture that could do with a new lease of life, stop by R and J Upholstery – Taunton’s pitch on Armed Forces Day and have a chat with them. They are available for all your upholstery needs from your sofas and comfy chairs, dining chairs, if your bed headboard needs updating. […]
So who’s crazy about golf? Well Golf Craziness will be joining us on Armed Forces Day. Golf Craziness is a family run business and they offer you a 9-hole mini golf course, I’m sure this will be great fun for all ages whatever your ability so why don’t you come along and try your hand […]
We have to thank Mainline Spirit Co who are Joining us again this year at Armed Forces Day for their continued support, we really do appreciate it. The award winning Mainline Spirit Co. is a family run business located here in the South West and set in the town of Taunton. The distillery produces premium […]
The Artistic Aerial School will be having a pitch at Armed Forces Day on the 6th July, showcasing their aerial hoops and silks. The Artistic Aerial School came to life back in 2010, their premises are fully equipped with equipment that has been installed safely and they are based in Taunton, Bridgwater and Wellington School. […]
TEK Military Seating Ltd is sponsoring Somerset Armed Forces Day again this year. Thank you for your continued support. https://www.tekmilitaryseating.co.uk/tek-sponsors…/news/75
Exmoor Stitches will be joining us again this year. Stop by their pitch if you would like hand made stitched products perfect for yourself or for gifts. There are teddies, bags, cushion covers and so much more, you’re sure to find something you like. Exmoor Stitches is located on the edge of Exmoor, everything is […]
We are looking forward to having the children from the Jittabugs Theatre School Taunton, Wellington and Bridgwater performing on Armed Forces Day.
We would like to thank Berrys Coaches for their continued support of Somerset Armed Forces Day. The family run business that is Berrys Coaches was originally founded in 1920 by Clifford Berry, but at that time it was a truck and haulage business and consisted of only one vehicle which they converted to carry passengers […]
Any model enthusiasts out there? Then we highly recommend that you visit the BRICK TANKS pitch, The company was founded in 2016 by Neil Basil and since then has gone from strength to strength. They offer a vast range of model kits to suit everyone. Check out their Facebook page or website for lots more […]