Royal Armouries Grand Military Tattoo

6 September 2008 at Fort Nelson

Starts at:
13:00 on 6 September 2008
Finishes at:
20:00 on 6 September 2008
Suitable for:
General

Our annual military extravaganza!

Enjoy marching bands, parachutists, flypasts, fireworks and more than a little pomp and circumstance! This year our presentations take on an aerial theme to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the formation of the RAF in 1918.

Our headline performers are the Band of the Army Air Corps, supported by massed highland pipes and drums. In addition, see 90th anniversary First World War displays including biplane flypasts, gunfiring and galloping horses. Plus exciting demonstrations by Police dog teams – including the chasing down of criminals!

Family matinee performance in afternoon plus evening spectacular with firework finale.

  • The Band of the Army Air Corps
  • Army Air Corps Historic Flight
  • First World War 90th Anniversary Salute
  • Massed Highland Pipes & Drums
  • Royal Navy Freefall Parachute Team
  • RAF 90th Anniversary biplane flypast (matinee only)
  • plus… police dog displays, galloping horses and an amazing massed bands firework and big gun finale (fireworks evening only)

Evening performance 7-9pm. Gates open 6pm.
Family Matinee (special family offers) 2pm-4pm. Gates open 1pm
Concessions for senior citizens and children under 16

Bring your own chairs. Refreshments available.

Admission charges apply – tickets available now on 01329 848 500

Download the promotional leaflet and postal booking form for this event

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