This June, join the biggest celebration of the military community as Armed Forces Day events return to Barnsley and Rotherham.
Armed Forces Day is your chance to show your support and appreciation for serving troops, service families, veterans and cadets from the army, air force, navy and reserves.
Both our towns are hosting free family events in their respective town centres with military parades, marching band performances, and military-themed activities.
Barnsley Armed Forces Day
Saturday 14th June 10am-4pm
The military parade will start at 10.25am from New Street, going along Cheapside to the Glass Works Square.
Throughout the day, there will be armed forces themed activities at the Glass Works Square including an airsoft range, climbing wall, face painting, and live performances.
Rotherham Armed Forces Day
Saturday 21st June 10am-2pm
The military parade will start at 10.20am from College Street, heading through the town centre to All Saints Square.
Here, there will be a parade inspection, Act of Worship, speeches and Cadet displays.
There will be a marching band performance at 11.10am followed by other live performances in the Square until 2pm.
A Dakota flypast has also been arranged at some point during the day, so visitors can expect to marvel at the historic WWII aircraft in the skies over Rotherham.
All events are weather permitting.
For more information visit www.armedforcesday.org.uk
