Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Leeds, Armed Forces Day celebrates the courage, dedication, and commitment of the British armed forces. This year The Dishforth Military Wives Choir will be appearing at the event.

People of all ages and backgrounds are invited to come along to this year’s free event which will span the length of Briggate in the city centre on Sunday, 25 June between 11 am – 4 pm. A host of family-friendly attractions will include a parade, stalls, stands and exhibitions, activities, and a wide range of musical entertainment.

The Dishforth MWC was formed in 2012 when 9 Army Air Corps Regiment were about to deploy to Afghanistan. Eleven years on, the choir continues to provide invaluable support to partners of service personnel deployed on operations.

Armed Forces Day in the United Kingdom is now marked by hundreds of events held across the country, celebrating the courage and contribution of the British Armed Forces community, from veterans to currently serving troops, reserves, cadets, and service families.

As in past years, Armed Forces Week will start with a parade and flag-raising event in Victoria Gardens on Saturday 17 June at 11 am. To get regular updates on all the latest news for Armed Forces Day 2023, head to the new Leeds Armed Forces Day website at: www.leedsafd.co.uk or find us on Twitter and Facebook.