Armed Forces Day returns to Plymouth

Plymouth Armed Forces Day organisers said the event was an opportunity to support the whole military community from past to present

Thousands of people will be heading to Plymouth Hoe to celebrate Armed Forces Day.

The event, packed full of family fun, begins at 10:00 until 17:15 BST on Saturday, as well as a free evening concert which starts at 17:45 until 22:30.

Armed Forces Day, in association with Babcock, is an opportunity to show support for the men and women who make up the military community from currently serving troops to reservists, veterans, cadets and their families.

Visit Plymouth said it will be a day "filled with fun" and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy and get involved with.

Visit Plymouth said there would be demonstrations, parades and live music throughout the day

It said: "There will be plenty of interactive displays, Veteran and military villages, military vehicles and equipment to explore, plus recruitment information should you feel inspired and want to find out about careers in the Armed Forces."

There will also be an emergency services area with equipment from the fire service, police, RNLI, coastguard and Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team Plymouth.

Throughout the day demonstrations, parades and live music will be taking place, including an air demonstration at 16:00.

Road closures

• Hoe Road from the mound at the Citadel to the junction of Madeira Road, with suspension of parking from 07:00 to 22:30.

• Citadel Road from the junction of Lockyer Street to the junction of Sussex Street from 17:00 to 19:00 with suspension of parking 07:00 to 19:00.

• Suspension of parking at Osbourne Place entrance to the Hoe to the junction with The Esplanades from 07:00 to 19:00.

Visit Plymouth said there are lots of car parks within walking distance, the closest being the Theatre Royal.

It said Plymouth City Bus is also offering free bus travel to military personnel, veterans and cadets with identification on the day.

A wide range of food and drink will be available throughout the day and organisers ask to use cash where possible as card payments may be limited due to "poor signal".