Join Monmouthshire County Council as we celebrate and support the Armed Forces community, from currently serving personnel, including reservists, to Service families, veterans, and cadets.
This free family-friendly event features parades, military displays, and various engaging activities. It presents an opportunity for the public to gain insight into the military’s vital roles and contributions, fostering a deeper appreciation for their dedicated service.
The event will be open to the public from 11am to 4pm and will feature exhibitions and demonstrations throughout the site.
With many attractions to be seen throughout the event, highlights will include a fly-past by the Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team along with The Military Vehicle Trust, bringing a variety of ex-military vehicles for people to view.
Spitfire: Photographer – Darren HarbarRAF Falcons Parachute Display Team
Get ready for a fun-filled day. Enjoy exciting parades featuring cadets, fantastic performances by military bands, and a variety of activities that the whole family can participate in. It’s going to be an excellent time for everyone.
We’re excited to highlight the connections between the Armed Forces and Blue Light Services. You’ll meet folks from Gwent Police, South Wales Fire & Rescue Service, Welsh Ambulance Services Trust, and Longtown Mountain Rescue Team. Plus, plenty of third-sector and charity groups will join us to share what they do and raise awareness, like the Monmouthshire Veterans’ Support Hub, the Royal British Legion, SSAFA, Fighting with Pride, Woody’s Lodge, and more.
This is a not-for-profit event coordinated by Monmouthshire County Council and is funded by Welsh Government grant funding, sponsorship, in-kind support, and funding from Monmouthshire County Council.
Veterans Welfare Group is a dedicated support hub for military personnel, veterans, and their families, offering effective guidance through lived experience—particularly for those navigating the medical discharge process and the transition to civilian life. Veterans Welfare Group have the skills and expertise in providing financial, legal, resettlement, educational, relocation and rehabilitation support whilst understanding the complexities of various types of injury and how this affects everyday life.
South Wales Sports Grounds Ltd (SWSG) operate throughout Wales as well as into England. We undertake contracts for a range of clients from local authorities, major contracting groups, universities and colleges through to individual sports clubs and private clients. The company was established in 1964 and has continued to cultivate a reputation as one of the leading sports surface contractors in the region. https://southwalessportsgrounds.co.uk/
We are working with Counter Terrorism Policing to help keep everyone safe at the Armed Forces Day event.
Security screening is in place and our engaging staff will be on hand to facilitate your entry.
We will be carrying out random bag searches at the secure entrance points.
Interested in volunteering at Wales’ National Armed Forces Day?
We are looking for volunteers to play an important role on Armed Forces Day, welcoming visitors, providing information and promoting the county and our services.
While the castle grounds are generally accessible, the uneven nature may pose challenges for visitors with mobility issues, as the event will take place on the grass. The park is suitable for wheelchair users with assistance.
The event has friendly stewards & accessible toilets.
Accessible parking is available on a first come first served basis, however, booking in advance is advisable, this can be done via the ticket website. This will be located on the Castle Gate Business Park,
Blue badge parking is also in Castle Gate Business Park; this must be booked in advance via the ticket website. The location is What3words: https://w3w.co/aunts.clips.stumble There are volunteers and signage to guide you to the event once you are parked.
We try all our efforts to make this event accessible to everyone.
Please keep your children close and be aware that amplified noise presents a danger to vulnerable hearing, so we strongly recommend that you bring hearing protection. When around the stage or event arena.
Q. Are there parking facilities?
Yes, a large car park is available at the David Broome Event Centre – What3words https://w3w.co/laptop.jolt.diagram. Parking is free and availability may vary booking in advance is recommended, this can be done via the ticket website. There will be signage to direct you to the event once you are parked, the ground is uneven and it is approximately a 5 minute walk.
Blue badge parking is also in Castle Gate Business Park; this must be booked in advance via the ticket website. The location is What3words: https://w3w.co/aunts.clips.stumble There are volunteers and signage to guide you to the event once you are parked.
Q. What happens if it rains?
The event proceeds rain or shine; umbrellas are permitted. The event team will monitor the weather conditions closely regarding adverse weather warnings. As the event is being held within the country park, the weather impacts the site. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing for all conditions.
Q. Can I bring my own food, drinks, or alcohol?
Bringing alcohol is prohibited, and bags are subject to search upon entry. You are welcome to bring picnics and food. However, we will have a great selection of catering outlets at the event.
Q. Can I bring water to the event? Will there be free water at the event?
Please note there will be free water points around the event to refill any empty water bottle throughout the day.
Drinks are permitted, excluding alcohol. Checks may be taken at the point of entry. You may also bring along an empty reusable water bottle.
Q. Are pets allowed?
No animals other than assistance dogs are permitted at the event.
Q. Is there an age restriction for events? What is the age restriction?
Under 18-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult 18+ (No more than 3 under 16s to 1 adult)
Q. What are banned & prohibited items?
Please do not bring any of the following with you onto the event site, as you will not be allowed to enter the site if any of these items are found in your possession:
Aerosols
Air horns
Alcohol
BBQs or any cooking apparatus
Bicycles, scooters, roller skates
Blow torches
Glass Bottles
Chinese lanterns
Cooking apparatus
Cigarettes (more than for personal use)
Metal Cutlery
Drones
Fireworks/pyrotechnics
Flags with poles
Flares / distress flares/smoke flares
Large Gazebos
Gas cylinders/canisters
Glass
Knives
Illegal substances (drugs)
Laser pens
Legal/herbal highs (includes Nitrous Oxide and associated equipment, including balloons)
Megaphones
Professional audio-visual recording equipment
Selfie Sticks
Smoke bombs/canisters
Sound systems
Tabards/High Viz Jackets
Weapons
Prohibited items will be confiscated and if any attendee is found with any illegal item, they will be refused entry and referred to the Police.
The inner castle walls for the ceremony may have additional checks.
Q. Will we be allowing furniture, and picnic blankets
Outdoor portable folding chairs and folding tables, along with picnic blankets, will be permitted at the event. However, these will be limited to designated areas.
Small pop-up sunshades and large sun umbrellas will be permitted.
Q. Are there on-site toilet facilities?
Standard and accessible toilet facilities are located throughout the event site, along with a number of baby changing facilities.
Q. Can I leave and re-enter the event?
Yes, but upon re-entry, you will need to re-display the ticket and go through the security checks again.
Q. Is there an ATM on site?
There are no ATMs on site.
Q. I can’t go anymore, I need to cancel my ticket.
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