West Midland Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Association

Alcester Armed Forces Day Flag Raising
2018-06-30 13:45 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Butter Street, Alcester, B49 5AL
At 2pm the Official Armed Forces Day Flag will be raised and a short ceremony will take place. Afterwards there will be a garden party in the grounds of the old rectory.

Shirley Armed Forces Day
2018-06-30 12:30 - 17:00 | 5 Halifax Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 2BS
This jam packed afternoon of entertainment starting with a march into the arena by the Sea Cadets, Army Cadets, Air Training Cadets and Scouts, all lead by the Warwickshire ACF Corps of Drums.
Follow this great start the following displays and activities will take place:
– static and arena displays by the Cadets and youth organisations
– The SQUIBB Motorcycle freestyle display team will be performing in the arena
– Inter youth organisation tug of war competition
– Inter Cadet competition (tents!)
– Paintball range
– Children’s rides
– Face painting
– Refreshments, inc drinks, ice-cream and food stalls
– Drone and photographic coverage
– Closing ceremony and presentation

Shropshire Armed Forces Day
2018-06-30 12:00 - 18:00 | Sundorne Road, Shrewsbury, SY1 4RP
There will be a variety of sports activities which the whole family can take part in. Some of the activities that will be on offer during the day include, climbing wall, football, roller disco, netball, basketball, cycling , tennis plus many more. We will aslo offer activities for younger children , these will include face painting, soft play, art play and tots sports activities. We will also be hosting an informal Army V RAF football match.
Parking at the Sports Village is free of charge. All the activities and access to the facility is free of charge.

Wolverhampton Armed Forces Day
2018-06-30 11:00 - 16:00 | Woolpack Alley, Wolverhampton, WV1 3NH
Come along to our Armed Forces day showcase event to see amazing performances and demonstrations to celebrate the contribution that the armed forces community makes to the life of our city. We will also have a wide range of stands representing the foremost military related charities and organisations in Wolverhampton.

Expect to see representation from serving military personnel, veterans, military families, cadets and military associations as we all work together to mark this truly special occasion with a city centre spectacular.

Herefordshire Armed Forces Day
2018-06-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Corn Square, Leominster, HR6 8LR
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.

Armed Forces Weekend at the National Memorial Arboretum
2018-06-30 09:00 - 2018-07-01 17:00 | National Memorial Arboretum, Croxall Road, Alrewas, Burton-on-Trent, DE13 7AR
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.

Armed Forces Day Warwick
2018-06-30 09:00 - 22:00
Armed Forces Day with stalls and static military displays, Beating The Retreat and Drumhead Service.

Armed Forces Day
2018-06-30
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.

Herefordshire Armed Forces Week Charity Concert
2018-06-29 19:00 - 21:00 | The Priory Church, Leominster

Dudley Army Reserve Centre Open Evening
2018-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Dudley Army Reserve Centre
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 you pop along between 19:00 – 21:00. A brilliant chance to talk to members of the Squadron and find out more about the exciting opportunities on offer with the Army Reserve. For more details please contact them at their centre in Vicar Street, Dudley (DY2 8RH) on 01384 230166.

D Squadron Royal Yeomanry Information Event
2018-06-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Bridgeman House, Army Reserve Centre, Dawley Bank, Telford, TF4 2BQ
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 a look at the equipment and kit used by the Army and explore some of the vehicles they use in both training and military capacity.
Refreshments will be provided on the night and there is free parking on-site.
Find out what it takes to become part of Shropshire’s Yeomanry!
For more details about the event please contact Warrant Officer Del King on 01952 632 585 or 07974 197551

Stoke-on-Trent Reserves Day Celebration
2018-06-27 09:30 - 15:00 | Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent
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.

Dudley Business Breakfast
2018-06-27 07:30 - 09:15 | Dudley Army Reserve Centre
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.

Reserves Day
2018-06-27
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 their uniform in their civilian life.

Stourport-on-Severn Flag Flying Ceremony
2018-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 | 9 Lichfield Street, Stourport-on-Severn, DY13 9EU
Wyre Forest District Council have organised a Flag Flying Ceremony on Monday 25th June at 10am, raising the flag at 10.30am including a parade by Veterans and a local school performing following the ceremony.

Armed Forces Week
2018-06-25 - 2018-07-01
Armed Forces week offers members of the public, employers, councils and more, the chance to show their support for our Armed Forces.
Armed Forces week also includes Reserves Day on 27th June and Armed Forces Day on 30th June.

Dawley Bank WW1 Centenary and Armed Forces Celebration
2018-06-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Dawley Park, Dawley, Telford, TF4 3AL
A celebration in the local park where the entrance gates are a memorial to those that lost their lives in WW1. The event will mark 100 years of WW1 and a celebrate the Armed Forces. Great Dawley Town Council is working in partnership with the Royal British Legion for this event. Armed forces vehicles will be showcased, enactments, cadets parades and Great Dawley Town Council will be giving the Freedom of the Town to the cadets. This event will be for all the community to attend and have fun. There is plenty of car parking and access for disabled visitors.

Exercise Reserve Challenge
2018-06-21 - 2018-06-23
Running in partnership with the Army, Royal Air Force, local businesses and employers from the West Midlands, the exercise focuses on leadership development and confidence training.
Participants will also gain valuable insight into the Reserve Forces and see how the skills you can learn as a Reservist can be utilised in your civilian workplace.
Why not get together a team from your business or organisation and take on this fantastic challenge? A great team-building experience and chance to test your skills in a different environment.
Please contact Lieutenant Colonel Richard Jones on richard.jones492@mod.gov.uk for more details. Please note the venue for this event is TBC.

Three Counties Defence & Security Expo
2018-05-31 07:00 - 16:30 | Three Counties Showground, Malvern, WR13 6NW
West Midland RFCA are sponsoring this event and will also have a stand at the show where we will be able to answer your questions about working with the military.
The Three Counties Defence and Security Expo (#3CDSE) is the region’s leading expo for the defence and security industry.
Following on from the success of the first Herefordshire showcase for the defence and security industries, the event has grown, but maintains its original premise to provide a forum for military, suppliers and security agencies to identify common interests, solutions and opportunities.
The event is unique amongst defence and security expos, in that it offers business to business networking with key decision-makers. It includes a day-long programme of expert speakers and workshops and a major exhibition.

Exercise Reserve Challenge
2018-05-17 - 2018-05-19 | Nesscliffe Camp, Shrewsbury, SY4 1BH, United Kingdom
Running in partnership with the Army, Royal Air Force, local businesses and employers from the West Midlands, the exercise focuses on leadership development and confidence training.
Participants will also gain valuable insight into the Reserve Forces and see how the skills you can learn as a Reservist can be utilised in your civilian workplace.
Why not get together a team from your business or organisation and take on this fantastic challenge? A great team-building experience and chance to test your skills in a different environment.
Please contact Lieutenant Colonel Richard Jones on richard.jones492@mod.gov.uk for more details.

Stoke-on-Trent Military Tattoo
2018-05-05 17:30 - 22:00 | Kings Hall, Kingsway, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 1JH
The annual Stoke-on-Trent Military Tattoo will be held this year at the King’s Hall in Stoke-on-Trent, in support of ABF The Soldiers Charity.
The Tattoo is a ceremonial showcase for the British Army, with representation by Regulars, Reserves and the Army Cadet Force. Subject to confirmation, the 2018 Tattoo will feature The Band of The Mercian Regiment, Pipes & Drums of the Scots Guards Association (Manchester), Massed Grenadier Corps of Drums of Staffordshire ACF and The Bligny Band of Shropshire ACF, plus supporting performances.
Tickets can be purchased from Music Mania in Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley 01782 206000.
VIP packages also available by calling 01952 674323. View the event poster here.

Jobs and Careers Fair
2017-12-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Carters Green Army Reserve Centre, United Kingdom
The Job Centre Plus are hosting a jobs and careers fair in conjunction with 237 Supply Squadron, 159 Regiment Royal Logistics Corps at their Army Reserve Centre in Carters Green, West Bromwich. A host of military representatives, local and national employers and training providers will be on hand to showcase potential employment and training opportunities on offer.
Job seekers and those looking for a change in career are invited to attend – pop along from 10:00 – 15:00 and see where your next career might take you!
