Artillery on Parade

Experience the power and might of the big guns during this action-packed weekend of live firings of historic artillery from the Napoleonic period through to the Second World War and beyond. As well as the excitement of live firings there will be talks, film shows and object-handling sessions plus static displays and military vehicles. There will also be the opportunity to have a go at loading and firing a Victorian field gun. Our younger visitors can join in the fun on our Junior Assault Course. Stay and play all day. (Admission to the assault course is included in your Artillery on Parade ticket). Cafe 1871 will be serving freshly brewed teas and barista-style coffee, light meals and snacks, as well as ice creams and refreshments out on The Parade. Programme of events: 11am - Parade ground opens to the public 11.30am – 12.15pm Big Guns 1: Napoleonic & Victorian 64-pounder fired from the ramparts 1pm – 13.45pm Big Guns 2: Edwardian & First World War 64-pounder fired from the ramparts 2.30pm – 3.15pm Big Guns 3: Second World War and 1950s 3.30pm Final Salute 4pm Parade ground closes Drills and firings will be performed by the Garrison Artillery Volunteers (Royal Artillery Larkhill), Ubique Right of the Line and the Portsdown Artillery Volunteers. Royal Armouries reserves the right to change the programme without prior notification. The museum and the national collection of artillery and historic cannon will be open as usual to non-event visitors.

Suitable for
Family friendly

Admission
Adults: £8 / Under 16s: £5 Purchase your tickets in advance from the Fort Nelson Visitor Centre or via eventbrite (https://www.royalarmouries.org/events)

Website
https://www.royalarmouries.org/events/calendar/2016-07-30/artillery-on-parade

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk/se000095?id=EVENT555589