Events

Reservists give up their spare time to serve in the Reserve Forces, balancing their civilian life with a military career. The Reserve Forces make up approximately one sixth of our Armed Forces personnel and as such are integral to protecting the nation’s security at home and overseas. Reservists are everywhere, but you might not know it. So on Reserves Day, our Reservists wear...

Join us for a Business Breakfast at Dudley Army Reserve Centre, which is being held in conjunction with Black Country Chamber of Commerce. There will be networking opportunities and the chance to hear from the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force and the Army Cadet Force.  

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust are holding a thank you and celebration event for our Armed Forces and Reserve Forces. The Armed Forces and the NHS have a long history of working closely together and this event will celebrate the excellent healthcare and learning that this relationship brings.

D Squadron the Royal Yeomanry are hosting an information event at their Army Reserve Centre on the 27th June 2018 to tie in with Reserves Day. The event will provide a fantastic opportunity for members of the local community to find out more about their squadron and what the Army Reserve is about.  You can meet Officers and soldiers from the unit, have...

Dudley Army Reserve Centre are opening their doors to welcome members of the local community to find out more about their unit, B Squadron the Royal Yeomanry, at a special event to tie in with Reserves Day on the 27th June. If you are interested in finding out more about life in the Army Reserve and the Black Country Light Cavalry make sure...

Armed Forces Day is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans and cadets. There are many ways for people, communities and organisations across the country to show their support and get involved, from attending an event or throwing a party or local event.

Armed Forces Day with stalls and static military displays, Beating The Retreat and Drumhead Service.

Show your support for our country’s Armed Forces during Armed Forces Weekend at the Arboretum. Join us at this celebratory event to recognise the service and work of our Armed Forces. With fun activities and entertainment for the whole family, it’s a weekend not to be missed.

Flag raising event and market in Corn Square, military vehicle display, artillery demonstration, marching band and lots of children’s activities. The day will conclude with a public memorial service at the War Memorial.