Armed Forces Day Celebrations in Dundee July 2, 2010

Dundee City Council, with the assistance of local military units, veterans associations and cadet forces have planned a number of events to celebrate Armed Forces Day 2010, as detailed below.

Friday 2nd July: Beating of Retreat by Combined Cadet Bands on City Square at 19:45hrs.

Saturday 3rd July: Community entertainment and static displays from 10:30 - 16:00hrs in High Street and City Square.

Saturday 3rd July: Armed Forces Day Parade. Departing St Andrew's Church, King Street at 12:30hrs a large parade involving Regular and Reserve Forces, Veteran's Associations and Cadet Forces will march to City Square via Cowgate, Panmure Street, Albert Square and Reform Street.

Saturday 3rd July: A "Heroes Concert" starring The Alexander Brothers will be held in the Caird Hall commencing at 19:00hrs with all proceeds being donated to Service Charities. Tickets, priced at £10.00, can be obtained from the Dundee City Box Office in City Square (01382 434940).

Sunday 4th July: Armed Forces Day Church Service at St Mary's Parish Church (City Churches), Nethergate at 11:00hrs. A service of worship in recognition and celebration of Armed Forces, past, present and future.

Contact details:

Name: Gordon Williamson
Phone: 01382434199
Email: gordon.williamson@dundeecity.gov.uk