Veterans Awareness Week - National Arboretum June 25, 2008

Details:
Thursday, 26th June - "Share My Experiences" - talks and book signings including "A Cold War" by Brigadier Ben Barry, "Growing Remembrance" by David Childs, "Charismatic Cows and Beefcake Bulls" by Sonia Kurta, "The A Team" from RAF Cosford, and Eric Sayce of St. Dunstan's.

Friday, 27th June - activities to promote Britishness, Remembrance and Reconciliation, including parade with Band of the Royal Marines, Portsmouth from 2.00 p.m.

For daytime activities, normal free admission (donations greatly appreciated). Open to the public 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

From 7.15 p.m., evening 1940's nostalgic musical concert with "Company B" and fireworks finale. Tickets £7.00 adults, £4.00 children over 4 years, under 16. This is an outdoor event where you are welcome to bring chairs and picnics. Outdoor catering and licensed bar on-site.

No dogs, barbeques or private fireworks/sparkers.

Sunday, 29th June - from 2.00 p.m. - National Service Veterans Association Annual Service.

Contact
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Name: Lynne Barkas
Phone: 01283 792333
Email: [email protected]