St Helens Armed Forces Day, Victoria Park
Please arrive before 10am to be parked up before the event opens to the public – event hosted by St Helens Classic Car Club
Entry to the event is free and will begin with a parade featuring veterans, serving members of the Armed Forces and cadets, before a packed programme of entertainment gets underway, featuring a not-to-be-missed 69‑field gun Second World War artillery display.Visitors can enjoy a wide range of attractions throughout the day, including displays of classic cars, vintage buses and military vehicles, alongside a children’s funfair – making this an affordable day out for families to enjoy. Live music will be provided by the award‑winning Valley Brass Band and Anna the Golden Age Songbird, who will perform a selection of well-known wartime hits from the bandstand.
Light refreshments will be available to purchase from the Friends of Victoria Park and a range of food vendors. Visitors are also encouraged to pack a picnic and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the 14-hectare park which has achieved Green Flag status for ten consecutive years.