Events & rallies
Patriotic events and dates to remember across the country. Great British PAC is not responsible for 3rd party events.
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RAFA Adventures: RAFA Walks
Venue to be announced
Thu, 1 October 2026 – Sat, 31 October 2026
Organised by Royal Air Forces Association
A month-long fundraising walking challenge for the Royal Air Forces Association. Participants choose their own route and distance anywhere in the world and walk at their own pace during October.
Halloween at Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace
Sat, 24 October 2026 – Sun, 1 November 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
An October half-term programme at Hampton Court Palace with projections, sound effects and ghostly figures inside the palace, an autumn trail in the Wilderness, and daily storytelling in the King's Guard Chamber.
Halloween at the Tower of London
Tower of London · London
Sat, 24 October 2026 – Sun, 1 November 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
An October half-term programme at the Tower of London with costumed ghostly characters, sound effects, timed gatherings and a ghost-spotting trail.
October Half Term: Jet & Space Week
RAF Museum London · London
Sat, 24 October 2026 – Sun, 1 November 2026
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
Half-term activities at RAF Museum London: a clone-hunting trail around the museum (ages 3+), a 45-minute mobile planetarium space show (ages 6+, 24-27 Oct) and laser tag (ages 7+, 29 Oct-1 Nov).
The King and Queen's Autumn Tour
Tue, 27 October 2026 – Wed, 4 November 2026
The King and Queen will tour The Bahamas, Antigua and Barbuda (coinciding with their attendance at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2026) and Guyana (a State Visit).
October 2026
November 2026
Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026
Sun, 1 November 2026 – Wed, 4 November 2026
The 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting takes place in St John's, Antigua and Barbuda, from 1 to 4 November 2026. Buckingham Palace has announced that The King and Queen will attend as part of an Autumn Tour.
RMA Walcheren Service
RM Garden, Eastney (Royal Marines Memorial Garden) · Portsmouth
Sun, 1 November 2026, 11:30
Organised by Royal Marines Association
A Royal Marines Association service commemorating Walcheren, held at the Royal Marines garden in Eastney. It appears in the Portsea & Portsmouth Royal Naval Association branch's 2026 diary.
Peaceful Protest Barnham Gates
Venue to be announced
Sun, 1 November 2026, 13:00–17:00
Every Sunday
Organised by Safer Community Group
Peaceful community protest against the proposal to house over 1,250 illegal immigrants at Barnham Camp.
The Band of HM Royal Marines 4th November 2026
Exmouth Pavilion · Exmouth
Wed, 4 November 2026, 19:30
Organised by Exmouth Pavilion
A concert by the Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines at Exmouth Pavilion, with music ranging from military classics and film scores to marches and modern pieces. The venue says it will feature the Corps of Drums and solo performances.
Chagossian's in court
Venue to be announced
Thu, 5 November 2026, 09:00–18:00
The Chagossians are going back to court - Peaceful protest outside the
Members-Only Concert: Remember, Remember the Fifth of November
Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Thu, 5 November 2026, 19:00–20:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces (selling tickets as agent for the Chapel Royal, Tower of London)
An evening concert in the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula tracing the Gunpowder Plot through music and narration. It features the Choir of the Chapels Royal, HM Tower of London, and curator Brett Dolman.
#together 5th Anniversary Event
NOVOTEL LONDON WEST · London
Sat, 7 November 2026, 10:00–18:00
Organised by #together
#together are holding their 5th anniversary event which will take place in London on Saturday 7 November 2026.
The Royal British Legion's Festival of Remembrance
Royal Albert Hall · London
Sat, 7 November 2026, 14:00
Organised by Royal British Legion
The Royal British Legion's annual Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall, held the Saturday before Remembrance Sunday. There are two performances, one in the afternoon and one in the evening, and members of the Royal Family attend.
The Royal British Legion's Festival of Remembrance
Royal Albert Hall · London
Sat, 7 November 2026, 19:00
Organised by Royal British Legion
The Royal British Legion's annual Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall, held the Saturday before Remembrance Sunday. There are two performances, one in the afternoon and one in the evening, and members of the Royal Family attend.
Cenotaph Parade 2026 (Royal Naval Association contingent)
The Cenotaph, Whitehall · London
Sun, 8 November 2026
Organised by Royal Naval Association
The Royal Naval Association is sending a contingent of up to 140 shipmates to march in the Cenotaph Parade on Remembrance Sunday. Places were allocated first come, first served, and the RNA is holding a lunch reception afterwards for 50 members.
Remembrance Parade (Annual Civic Parade of Remembrance)
The Malt car park (muster); War Memorial Hall; All Saints Church · Aston-on-Trent
Sun, 8 November 2026, 09:45
Organised by Aston on Trent Parish Council
Aston-on-Trent's annual civic parade of Remembrance. Community groups gather at The Malt car park and parade to the War Memorial Hall for a short service, then on to All Saints Church.
Remembrance Parade
Heanor Town Hall (start); Heanor Memorial Park and St Lawrence Church · Heanor
Sun, 8 November 2026, 10:00
Organised by Heanor & Loscoe Town Council
Heanor's Remembrance Parade sets off from Heanor Town Hall along Market Street and Ilkeston Road to the Memorial in Memorial Park. Wreaths are laid there and at St Lawrence Church, where a Service of Remembrance follows.
Leamington Remembrance Parade
War Memorial, Euston Place · Leamington Spa
Sun, 8 November 2026, 10:50–11:30
Organised by Warwick District Council
Leamington Spa's annual Remembrance service and parade. The parade goes from the junction of Regent Street and Windsor Street to an open-air service at the War Memorial on Euston Place.
National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph
The Cenotaph, Whitehall · London
Sun, 8 November 2026, 11:00
Organised by HM Government, with the Royal British Legion (March Past)
The national Remembrance Sunday service at the Cenotaph in Whitehall, with a two-minute silence at 11am and the Royal British Legion's March Past of veterans. The public can watch from the pavements along Whitehall and Parliament Street without a ticket.
Remembrance Sunday
War Memorial, Chapel Green · Crowborough
Sun, 8 November 2026, 11:00
Organised by Crowborough Town Council
Crowborough's Remembrance Sunday. A parade marches from Croft Road car park to the War Memorial on Chapel Green for wreath laying at 11am, followed by a service at All Saints Church.
Salisbury City Hall with Treorchy Male Choir
Salisbury City Hall · Salisbury
Sun, 8 November 2026, 15:30
Organised by The Royal Marines Association Concert Band
An afternoon concert at Salisbury City Hall by the Royal Marines Association Concert Band with Treorchy Male Choir, featuring military favourites, classics and choral works. It raises money for RMA - The Royal Marines Charity.
Little Swifts
RAF Museum London · London
Tue, 10 November 2026, 10:30–11:30
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free early-years session for children aged 2 to 5 at RAF Museum London, with songs, movement, stories, craft and messy play linked to the museum's collection.
The Vulcan and Cold War Experience
RAF Museum London · London
Wed, 11 November 2026
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A roughly 75-minute experience at RAF Museum London. Visitors can sit in the cockpits of the Avro Vulcan B2 and McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR2, then take a behind-the-barriers tour of other Cold War aircraft.
Armistice Day
Wed, 11 November 2026, 11:00
Armistice Day marks the end of the First World War. A two-minute silence is observed at 11am on 11 November.
Sandringham Christmas Craft, Food & Gift Fair
Sandringham Estate · King's Lynn
Fri, 13 November 2026, 10:00 – Sun, 15 November 2026, 17:00
Organised by Living Heritage Country Shows (Living Heritage Event Hire Services Ltd)
A three-day Christmas fair on the Sandringham Estate with craft stalls, food halls, gifts, demonstrations, live music and a cookery theatre.
Countryside Day (The November Meeting, Day 1)
Cheltenham Racecourse · Cheltenham
Fri, 13 November 2026, 10:30
Organised by The Jockey Club (Cheltenham Racecourse)
The first day of Cheltenham Racecourse's November Meeting, billed as a celebration of rural life and jump racing. Gates open at 10:30am and the first race is at 1:10pm.
The King's Birthday
Sat, 14 November 2026
His Majesty The King was born at Buckingham Palace on 14 November 1948, so 14 November 2026 is his 78th birthday.
National Day of Protest against Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) 2026
Any council building in your area, preferably County Council or City Council · Where you live.
Sat, 14 November 2026, 10:00–14:00
Organised by Thomas Smith, on behalf of cross party campaign group 'Hands Off Leicestershire'
Are you in one of the 14 areas affected by the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). The government are trying to enforce a reorganisation of your local government structure. If you oppose the LGR why not join us in mounting a simultaneous protest, which will hopefully attract media and government attention. Get together with other people that feel the same …
The Lord Mayor's Show
Starts at Mansion House · City of London
Sat, 14 November 2026, 11:00
Organised by The Lord Mayor's Show
The Lord Mayor's Show procession sets off from Mansion House at 11am on Saturday 14 November 2026 and passes through much of the City of London. The organisers say it is free to all.
Members-Only Ceremony of the Keys
Tower of London · London
Sun, 15 November 2026, 21:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A members-only chance to watch the Ceremony of the Keys, the nightly locking up of the Tower of London, which has taken place every night for at least 700 years.
The AIR 81 Series (Lunchtime Lecture: The Air Ministry Regrets: Facts, fiction, and emotional truths in the AIR81 series)
Lecture Theatre, RAF Museum Midlands · Cosford
Thu, 19 November 2026, 12:00
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free lunchtime lecture by Stuart Hadaway and Emily Walton of the Air Historical Branch on the AIR 81 files, the Air Ministry's Second World War RAF casualty records now held at The National Archives. It is held in person at RAF Museum Midlands and streamed online.
Hampton Court Palace ice rink
Hampton Court Palace · East Molesey
Fri, 20 November 2026, 10:00 – Sun, 3 January 2027
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A seasonal outdoor ice rink in front of Hampton Court Palace, open from 20 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 except Christmas Day. Reduced-capacity sessions with calmer lighting and music run from 10:00 daily.
The Second Margaret Thatcher Centre Annual Academic Symposium
Møller Institute, Churchill College · Cambridge
Fri, 20 November 2026, 12:30–19:00
Organised by Margaret Thatcher Centre
A half-day conference on Margaret Thatcher's legacy and the geopolitical and economic shifts of her era, forty years on from the Single European Act. Chaired by the Centre's academic director, Dr Tim Aker, with speakers including the Rt Hon Sir Malcolm Rifkind KC, Michael McManus, the Rev Jonathan Aitken, Lord Norton of Louth, Lord Elliott of Mickle Fell, Professor Catherine Barnard and Peter Just. Registration from 12.30pm, buffet lunch at 1pm, sessions until 6pm, then an hour's drinks reception. Business attire.
Gardens open days (Hampton Court Palace)
Hampton Court Palace gardens · East Molesey
Sat, 21 November 2026 – Sun, 22 November 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
On set dates, Hampton Court Palace's gardens are free to enter with no ticket or pre-booking. Entry to the Palace, the Maze and the Magic Garden still needs a ticket.
UK Parliament Week
Venue to be announced
Mon, 23 November 2026, 00:00 – Sun, 29 November 2026, 23:00
Organised by Parliament
WHAT IS UK PARLIAMENT WEEK? UK Parliament Week (UKPW) is an annual event, spreading the word about what UK Parliament is, what it does and how you can get involved. Register to get a free kit to help you get informed about your UK Parliament, take action and make an impact on the issues you care about. The UKPW booklets are tailored for primary schools, secondary schools, youth groups or over 18s, so pick whichever booklet suits your group best. Use the options in the booklet to plan a UK Parliament Week activity to suit whatever time you have available and age groups you’re working with.
The Vulcan and Cold War Experience
RAF Museum London · London
Tue, 24 November 2026
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A roughly 75-minute experience at RAF Museum London. Visitors can sit in the cockpits of the Avro Vulcan B2 and McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR2, then take a behind-the-barriers tour of other Cold War aircraft.
Little Swifts
RAF Museum London · London
Thu, 26 November 2026, 10:30–11:30
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free early-years session for children aged 2 to 5 at RAF Museum London, with songs, movement, stories, craft and messy play linked to the museum's collection.
35 Years since the Gulf War (Virtual Lecture: 35 years since Desert Storm: Saddam, AI, and the future of Air Warfare)
Online
Thu, 26 November 2026, 18:00
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free online lecture by Ioannis Sidiropoulos on Operation Desert Storm as an early sign of the questions raised by AI in air warfare. It compares US and European approaches to military AI and accountability.
The Big Hoolie
St Andrews
Sat, 28 November 2026
Organised by BID St Andrews
BID St Andrews' annual St Andrew's Day celebration in St Andrews town centre, with stallholders and performers. The organisers say planning is under way and more details will follow.
Royal Welsh Winter Fair
Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd · Builth Wells
Mon, 30 November 2026 – Tue, 1 December 2026
Organised by Royal Welsh Agricultural Society
A two-day winter fair at the Royal Welsh Showground with livestock competitions and auctions, trade stands, and a food hall featuring Welsh producers.
St Andrew's Day
Scotland
Mon, 30 November 2026
St Andrew's Day, Scotland's national day, falls on Monday 30 November 2026 and is a Scottish bank holiday.
December 2026
Illuminated
National Memorial Arboretum · Alrewas
Fri, 4 December 2026, 16:30 – Tue, 22 December 2026
Organised by National Memorial Arboretum
An evening trail at the National Memorial Arboretum that uses light, sound and colour, with installations telling the Arboretum's stories in its 25th anniversary year. Entry is by timed ticket, with relaxed sessions on three evenings.
RMA Op Frankton Service (Cockleshell Heroes)
Eastney Memorial Gardens (Royal Marines memorial garden, Eastney) · Portsmouth
Sun, 6 December 2026, 11:30
Organised by RMA - The Royal Marines Charity (Royal Marines Association)
A service held by the RMA (Royal Marines Association) commemorating Operation Frankton, the 'Cockleshell Heroes' raid, at Eastney Memorial Gardens in Portsmouth.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Mon, 7 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A service of Christmas carols and lessons sung by the Chapel Royal Choir in the Chapel Royal at Hampton Court Palace, for Historic Royal Palaces members only. Doors open at 19:00.
Little Swifts
RAF Museum London (usually room H6) · London
Tue, 8 December 2026, 10:30–11:30
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A free one-hour session at RAF Museum London for pre-school children aged 2 to 5, with songs, movement, stories, craft and messy play linked to the museum's collection.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Wed, 9 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A service of Christmas carols and lessons sung by the Chapel Royal Choir in the Chapel Royal at Hampton Court Palace, for Historic Royal Palaces members only. Doors open at 19:00.
Christmas with the Royal Marines
Truro Cathedral · Truro
Wed, 9 December 2026, 19:30–21:30
Organised by Truro Cathedral
The Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines Plymouth performs Christmas music, military marches and show pieces at Truro Cathedral, with a display by its Corps of Drums.
RAF Aircraft Procurement: Air Ministry Specifications and Design Competitions
Online
Thu, 10 December 2026, 18:00
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
An online lecture by aviation historian Tony Buttler on how the Air Ministry procured new RAF aircraft through specifications and design competitions from the 1930s to the 1950s. It is hosted by the RAF Museum on Crowdcast.
Carols by Candlelight
Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Thu, 10 December 2026, 19:00–20:00
Organised by The Chapel Royal, HM Tower of London (tickets sold by Historic Royal Palaces as agent)
A candlelit concert of carols and readings by the choir of the Chapels Royal, HM Tower of London, in the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula. The programme includes a new work by composer Becky McGlade.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sat, 12 December 2026, 10:30
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
Windsor Castle Festive Weekend
Windsor Castle (throughout the Castle, Chapel and Learning Centre) · Windsor
Sat, 12 December 2026, 10:30 – Sun, 13 December 2026, 15:00
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
Victorian-themed Christmas activities across Windsor Castle, including Victorian food demonstrations, community choirs in St George's Hall, storytelling, crafts and organ music in St George's Chapel. Included with Castle admission.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sat, 12 December 2026, 14:00
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
Put Christ Back Into Christmas 2026
Venue to be announced
Sat, 12 December 2026, 15:00–19:00
Organised by Urban Scoop
After the success of last years Put The Christ Back Into Christmas event, the organisers have announced this years event has been scheduled for 12th Dec 2026. Save the date, and check back for details closer to the time.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sun, 13 December 2026, 10:30
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
Festive Wreath Making at Windsor Castle
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sun, 13 December 2026, 14:00
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
A hands-on workshop led by local florist Liz Aston to make a festive wreath to take home, held in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle. Materials and equipment are supplied.
The Margaret Thatcher Lecture & Gala Dinner 2026
The Royal Hospital Chelsea · London
Mon, 14 December 2026, 18:30–22:30
Organised by Margaret Thatcher Centre
The Margaret Thatcher Centre closes its centenary year with its annual lecture and black-tie gala dinner at the Royal Hospital Chelsea — home of the Chelsea Pensioners, and where Margaret Thatcher's ashes were laid to rest beside her husband, Sir Denis. This year's lecture is given by the Rt Hon the Lord Gove PC, the former cabinet minister and editor of The Spectator. Drinks reception at 6.30pm, dinner at 7.15pm. Black tie.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Mon, 14 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A service of Christmas carols and lessons sung by the Chapel Royal Choir in the Chapel Royal at Hampton Court Palace, for Historic Royal Palaces members only. Doors open at 19:00.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Tue, 15 December 2026, 18:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with the Choir of the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London, for Historic Royal Palaces members only.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Wed, 16 December 2026, 18:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with the Choir of the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London, for Historic Royal Palaces members only.
Members-Only Christmas Carol Service
The Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London · London
Wed, 16 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A traditional Service of Lessons and Carols with the Choir of the Chapel Royal of St Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London, for Historic Royal Palaces members only.
The Band of HM Royal Marines
Exmouth Pavilion · Exmouth
Wed, 16 December 2026, 19:30
Organised by Exmouth Pavilion
A concert by the Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines at Exmouth Pavilion, ranging from military classics and film scores to traditional marches and modern hits, with the Corps of Drums and solo performances.
Festive Family Fun
Pug Yard Learning Centre, Windsor Castle · Windsor
Sat, 19 December 2026, 10:00 – Sun, 3 January 2027, 14:30
Organised by Royal Collection Trust
Victorian Christmas craft activities and dressing-up for families in the Pug Yard Learning Centre at Windsor Castle during the school holidays, with a trail about Victorian Christmases around the Castle. Included with Castle admission.
The Christmas Broadcast
Online
Fri, 25 December 2026
The monarch's annual Christmas Day message, a tradition begun by King George V in 1932 and broadcast on television, radio and online.
Boxing Day meets
Sat, 26 December 2026
Hunts across the country traditionally hold meets on Boxing Day that draw crowds in town centres and on village greens. The Countryside Alliance publishes an interactive map of meets each year.
Gardens open day: 26 December (Wilderness only)
The Wilderness, Hampton Court Palace · Hampton Court
Sat, 26 December 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
On 26 December the Wilderness at Hampton Court Palace is open free of charge with no ticket or pre-booking. Entry to the Palace, the Maze and the Magic Garden still requires a ticket.
Regular and ongoing
On regularly, or for a long stretch — each one says when.
'Churchill: Image and Power' exhibition at Chartwell in the Uniform Room
Daily 11:00-15:40 until 1 November 2026 · Until Sun 1 Nov · Uniform Room, Chartwell house · Westerham
History & Heritage3rd partyFree event; normal admission applies…Organised by National Trust
Ceremony of the Keys
Every night at 21:30 (visitors admitted under escort at 21:30 precisely, arrive by 21:25; ends 22:05). · Tower of London (meet at the West Gate) · London
Royal & Ceremonial3rd partyChoose what to pay, £10.00 to £50.00 per ticket (suggested £30.00)Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
Changing the Guard
Dates vary: the Household Division publishes the schedule month by month at https://www.householddivision.org.uk/changing-the-guard-calendar (as at 14 Sep 2026 only September 2026 is listed). · Buckingham Palace · London
Royal & Ceremonial3rd partyFreeOrganised by The Household Division (British Army)
Inspired by Chartwell Painting Exhibition
Most days until 31 December 2026; times vary (e.g. 11:30-16:00 in September, 10:30-15:00 in December) · Until Thu 31 Dec · Churchill's studio, Chartwell · Westerham
History & Heritage3rd partyFree event; normal admission appliesOrganised by National Trust
King's Life Guard
Changing of The King's Life Guard on Horse Guards Parade at 11:00 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (the guard leaves Hyde Park Barracks at 10:28). · Horse Guards Parade · London
Royal & Ceremonial3rd partyFreeOrganised by The Household Division (Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment)
Ravens experience
Wednesdays and Fridays, 08:00 for an 08:15 start; duration 45 minutes (entry an hour before the Tower opens). No end date stated. · Tower of London (ravens' cages) · London
History & Heritage3rd partyAdult £90.00; child age 5+ / young person 16-17 £50.00; concession £70.00…Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
The Bomber Command Tour
Selected days throughout the year until 31 December 2026, with tours at 11:00 and 14:00. Available dates are shown on the museum's booking site; advance booking essential. · Until Thu 31 Dec · RAF Museum London (Hangar 5) · London
History & Heritage3rd party£12 per person; carers go freeOrganised by Royal Air Force Museum
The Cold War Tour
Selected days throughout the year until 31 December 2026, with tours at 11:00 and 14:00. Available dates are shown on the museum's booking site; advance booking essential. · Until Thu 31 Dec · RAF Museum London · London
History & Heritage3rd party£12 per person; carers go freeOrganised by Royal Air Force Museum
Tower of London Keys Club experience
Tuesdays and Thursdays only, at 11:00; duration 45 minutes. No end date stated. · The Keys Club, Tower of London (meet at the sentry box next to the Keys Club) · London
History & Heritage3rd partyWho can go: Adults (18+)Adult £20.00, concession £16.00, plus a Tower of London admission ticket or…Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
Past events
From Deterrence to Intervention and Back Again: The Strategic Drift of UK Defence Policy Since the Cold War
Furness Lecture Theatre 1, Lancaster University (Bailrigg campus) · Lancaster
Thu, 29 October 2026, 17:00
Organised by RAF Museum with the Centre for War and Diplomacy, Lancaster University
A lecture by Dr Andrew Curtis examining UK defence policy from the end of the Cold War to the present, including defence reviews and the Iraq and Afghanistan interventions. It is held at Lancaster University and can also be watched online.
Hands Off Leicestershire Public Meeting against the Local Government Reorganisation
Barwell Indoor Bowling Club, Kirkby Road, Barwell, LE9 8FQ tel: 01455 844683 · Barwell, Leicestershire
Thu, 29 October 2026, 06:30–08:30
Organised by Thomas Smith,
Hands Off Leicestershire is a cross party campaign group formed to fight the Local Government Reorganisation in Leicestershire. We hold local protests against the LGR with banners, placards and leaflets. This is a general meeting where we will review recent activities, plan future ones and discuss…
SSAFA Defence Industry Charitable Dinner
London
Tue, 27 October 2026, 18:30–22:45
Organised by SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity
SSAFA's annual fundraising dinner for representatives of the international defence sector, hosted by the Chief of the Defence Staff with a keynote address from a Member of Parliament.
The Vulcan and Cold War Experience
RAF Museum London (Hangar 5), Grahame Park Way · London
Tue, 27 October 2026, 10:30
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A ticketed session at RAF Museum London giving access to the cockpits of the Avro Vulcan B2 and McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR2, with a behind-the-barriers tour of other Cold War aircraft.
Veteran UK EXPO London
QEII Centre · London
Tue, 27 October 2026
Organised by SATOS Media Limited (Veteran UK)
A careers expo at the QEII Centre in London that connects service leavers and veterans with employers, with more than 100 exhibitors and speaker sessions on the job market and security clearance. Exhibitors include the Royal British Legion and SSAFA.
RAF Town Show Manchester
St Peter's Square · Manchester
Sat, 24 October 2026 – Sun, 25 October 2026
Organised by Royal Air Force (RAF Recruitment)
An RAF recruitment town show in St Peter's Square, Manchester, with a military village, live demonstrations and hands-on activities, and RAF personnel available to talk about careers.
Trafalgar Night Dinner 2026
Thomas A Becket · Worthing
Wed, 21 October 2026, 19:00
Organised by Royal Naval Association - Worthing Branch
The Worthing branch of the Royal Naval Association holds its annual Trafalgar Night Dinner with a set menu. Dress is black tie, mess dress or lounge suit.
Trafalgar Day
Wed, 21 October 2026
Trafalgar Day marks the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar on 21 October 1805, in which the British fleet under Admiral Lord Nelson defeated the combined French and Spanish fleets and Nelson was mortally wounded.
State Visit by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan of Oman
South East
Tue, 20 October 2026 – Thu, 22 October 2026
The King and Queen will host a State Visit to the United Kingdom by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman at Windsor Castle.
Members-only Ceremony of the Keys
Tower of London · London
Sun, 18 October 2026, 21:30–22:05
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A members-only session of the Ceremony of the Keys, the traditional nightly locking-up of the Tower of London. Visitors are admitted under escort at 21:30 and escorted out when the ceremony ends at 22:05.
Should we scrap The Equality Act?
Hoare Memorial Hall, Church House · London
Sun, 18 October 2026, 13:45–15:15
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate on whether the Equality Act 2010 should be repealed or reformed, including its relationship with free speech.
Why is policing Britain so difficult?
Hospitality Suite, Church House · London
Sun, 18 October 2026, 11:00–12:30
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate on falling public trust in police leadership and whether competing demands prevent the police from concentrating on preventing crime.
Brexit: the facts strike back
Robert Runcie Room, Church House · London
Sun, 18 October 2026, 10:00–10:45
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas panel discussion with contributors to a book examining claims made about the economic and social consequences of Brexit.
Don't look back! Escaping the EU's economic doom loop
Convocation Hall, Church House · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 16:45–18:15
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate comparing Britain's economic performance since Brexit with the EU's, and whether the UK should seek closer ties with Europe or use its regulatory autonomy.
Podcast Live: The Free Speech Union Podcast
Harvey Goodwin Suite, Church House · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 14:45–16:15
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A live recording of the Free Speech Union's podcast, held as a session within the Battle of Ideas festival.
Visas for all? Britain's immigration scandal
Parker Morris Hall, The Abbey Centre · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 14:45–16:15
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate on problems in Britain's visa sponsorship system and the options for reform.
Should we put Britain first? The 'national interest' question
Wash House Café, The Abbey Centre · London
Sat, 17 October 2026, 10:15–11:45
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A Battle of Ideas debate on whether Britain should put its national interest first in policy-making, and how that sits with international obligations.
Hands Off Leicestershire Street Protest Event (Free, No Tickets)
Oadby Parade, Oadby. LE2 5BF / LE2 5BB · Oadby
Sat, 17 October 2026, 10:00–12:00
Organised by Thomas Smith, on behalf of cross party campaign group 'Hands Off Leicestershire'
A protest about the Leicestershire Local Government Re-organisation. We shall have banners, placards, leaflets and as many people as we can muster.
Aldershot RNA Trafalgar Night Dinner
Garretts · Aldershot
Sat, 17 October 2026
Organised by Aldershot Royal Naval Association
The Trafalgar Night dinner of the Aldershot branch of the Royal Naval Association, held at Garretts in Aldershot.
Battle of Ideas festival 2026
Church House and The Abbey Centre, Westminster · London
Sat, 17 October 2026 – Sun, 18 October 2026
Organised by Academy of Ideas
A two-day festival of public debates and discussions presented by the Academy of Ideas at Church House and The Abbey Centre in Westminster. The programme covers politics, economics, law, culture, science and free expression.
Connected Families Activity Day and Family Weekend - Helensburgh
Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre · Helensburgh
Fri, 16 October 2026 – Sun, 18 October 2026
Organised by Royal Navy Forum (Royal Navy Family and People Support)
A free outdoor weekend at Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre for dispersed Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Royal Fleet Auxiliary families, with a separate free activity day on Saturday 17 October.
The International Churchill Society's forty-third conference
Thu, 15 October 2026 – Sun, 18 October 2026
The International Churchill Society's 43rd conference, held in Philadelphia, marking the 250th anniversary of the United States and Churchill's American connections.
The Vulcan and Cold War Experience
RAF Museum London (Hangar 5), Grahame Park Way · London
Wed, 14 October 2026, 10:30
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A ticketed session at RAF Museum London giving access to the cockpits of the Avro Vulcan B2 and McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR2, with a behind-the-barriers tour of other Cold War aircraft.
Members-Only Tudor Queens Talk
Garden Room, Hampton Court Palace · East Molesey
Mon, 12 October 2026, 18:30–20:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
An evening talk for Historic Royal Palaces members in which historians Elizabeth Norton and Valerie Schutte discuss Jane Seymour and Anne of Cleves, followed by a Q&A and book signing.
RAF Town Show Coventry
Broadgate Square · Coventry
Sun, 11 October 2026, 10:00
Organised by Royal Air Force (RAF Recruitment)
An RAF recruitment roadshow in Broadgate, Coventry, with an RAF 'military village', live demonstrations and hands-on activities, and the chance to talk to RAF personnel about careers.
Llangollen Food Festival 2026
Venues around Llangollen town centre · Llangollen
Sun, 11 October 2026, 10:00
Organised by Llangollen Food Festival
An annual two-day food festival at venues around Llangollen town centre, including the Town Hall, Centenary Square and Llangollen Railway Station, with food and drink exhibitors and cookery demonstrations.
Conservative Party Conference 2026
Venue to be announced
Sun, 11 October 2026, 00:00 – Wed, 14 October 2026, 18:00
Organised by Conservative Party
Register to Vote Campaign
Buchanan Street Glasgow · Glasgow
Sat, 10 October 2026, 11:00–14:00
Meet the Great British PAC team who will be available to speak to people about the importance of voting, discuss current petitions we support and hopefully recruit new Great British PAC members!
RAF Town Show Coventry
Broadgate Square · Coventry
Sat, 10 October 2026, 10:00
Organised by Royal Air Force (RAF Recruitment)
An RAF recruitment roadshow in Broadgate, Coventry, with an RAF 'military village', live demonstrations and hands-on activities, and the chance to talk to RAF personnel about careers.
Llangollen Food Festival 2026
Venues around Llangollen town centre · Llangollen
Sat, 10 October 2026, 10:00
Organised by Llangollen Food Festival
An annual two-day food festival at venues around Llangollen town centre, including the Town Hall, Centenary Square and Llangollen Railway Station, with food and drink exhibitors and cookery demonstrations.
Hampton Court Palace Gardens open days
Hampton Court Palace gardens · East Molesey
Sat, 10 October 2026 – Sun, 11 October 2026
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
Free entry to the gardens at Hampton Court Palace, with no tickets or pre-booking needed. Entry to the Palace, the Maze and the Magic Garden still requires a ticket.
Members-Only Bat Walks
Hampton Court Palace gardens and courtyards · East Molesey
Fri, 9 October 2026, 18:15
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A guided evening walk through the gardens and courtyards of Hampton Court Palace, using bat detectors to find and identify bats, for Historic Royal Palaces members. Each walk lasts about 75 minutes.
The Lifesavers
National Army Museum · London
Fri, 9 October 2026, 12:00–13:00
Organised by National Army Museum
A talk by Oxford historian Roderick Bailey on the Second World War Army medical teams who pioneered battlefield blood transfusion. It can be attended in person at the National Army Museum or watched online.
RAF Town Show Coventry
Broadgate Square · Coventry
Fri, 9 October 2026, 10:00
Organised by Royal Air Force (RAF Recruitment)
An RAF recruitment roadshow in Broadgate, Coventry, with an RAF 'military village', live demonstrations and hands-on activities, and the chance to talk to RAF personnel about careers.
Gŵyl Morfydd Owen Festival
Venues across Pontypridd · Pontypridd
Fri, 9 October 2026 – Sun, 11 October 2026
Organised by Gŵyl Morfydd Owen Festival
A festival in Pontypridd celebrating the Welsh language, local history and music in memory of the composer Morfydd Owen. Listed activities include clog dancing, live street music and a lampshade parade.
Royal National Mòd 2026 (Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail Ghlaschu 2026)
Various venues incl. Glasgow Royal Concert Hall and Barrowland Ballroom · Glasgow
Fri, 9 October 2026 – Sat, 17 October 2026
Organised by An Comunn Gàidhealach
The annual festival of Gaelic language, music and culture, held in Glasgow in 2026, with competitions, concerts and a fringe programme. It opens with a concert at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on 9 October.
Lunchtime Lecture: Attempts to Use Infrared by Fighter Command during the Second World War
Sunderland Suite, RAF Museum London, Grahame Park Way · London
Thu, 8 October 2026, 12:00
Organised by Royal Air Force Museum
A lunchtime lecture by historian Dr Stephen Moore on Fighter Command's Second World War experiments with infrared detection and identification. It is held in person at RAF Museum London and livestreamed via Crowdcast.
100 Years of TV - Helensburgh
Drumfork Community Centre · Helensburgh
Thu, 8 October 2026
Organised by Royal Navy Forum (Member Events and Activities)
An event at Drumfork Community Centre marking 100 years since the invention of television by John Logie Baird, who was born in Helensburgh. It is listed on the Royal Navy Forum and booked through its Member Events and Activities group.
Members-Only Bat Walks
Hampton Court Palace gardens and courtyards · East Molesey
Wed, 7 October 2026, 18:15
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A guided evening walk through the gardens and courtyards of Hampton Court Palace, using bat detectors to find and identify bats, for Historic Royal Palaces members. Each walk lasts about 75 minutes.
Backing Business: Your Voice for Small Business
Birmingham
Tue, 6 October 2026
Organised by Conservative Party
A small business event on 6 October during the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham. The organiser says all tickets have sold out.
Backing Business: Business Day 2026
Birmingham International Convention Centre (ICC) · Birmingham
Mon, 5 October 2026
Organised by Conservative Party
A business programme at the Conservative Party Conference with sessions and policy roundtables involving the party's shadow ministerial team. Tickets include a four-day Conference ticket, lunch with senior party members and a drinks reception.
Centre for Policy Studies programme at Conservative Party Conference
CPS Gallery - Hall 7, ICC Birmingham · Birmingham
Sun, 4 October 2026, 14:00 – Tue, 6 October 2026, 17:30
Organised by Centre for Policy Studies
A programme of panel discussions and interviews run by the Centre for Policy Studies in its gallery in Hall 7 of the ICC during the Conservative Party Conference. Some sessions, including roundtables and a drinks reception, are by invitation only.
Relaxed Mornings in the Magic Garden
The Magic Garden, Hampton Court Palace · East Molesey
Sun, 4 October 2026, 09:30–11:00
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces
A quiet session in the Magic Garden play area at Hampton Court Palace for Neurodivergent and Disabled children aged 3 to 16 and their families, with fewer visitors and reduced noise.
Neath Food and Drink Festival
Neath town centre · Neath
Sat, 3 October 2026, 10:00
Organised by Neath Port Talbot Council
A two-day food and drink festival in Neath town centre with food, drink and entertainment. Visit Wales says around 60 exhibitors take part, at the Indoor Victorian Market, with street food in Angel Square and Neath Square.
Brecon Beacons Food Festival
Brecon Market Hall · Brecon
Sat, 3 October 2026, 09:30–16:30
Organised by Brecon Beacons Food Festival
An annual food festival at Brecon Market Hall bringing together food and drink producers from in and around the Brecon Beacons, with over 60 exhibitors plus talks and demonstrations.
Ride to the Wall
National Memorial Arboretum, Croxall Road · Alrewas
Sat, 3 October 2026, 09:00–17:00
Organised by National Memorial Arboretum with Ride to the Wall
An annual gathering of motorcyclists at the National Memorial Arboretum to remember the names on the Armed Forces Memorial, including a Service of Remembrance at the memorial. The ride raises funds for the Arboretum.
World Uckers Championships 2026
Royal Maritime Hotel, Queen Street · Portsmouth
Sat, 3 October 2026, 09:00
Organised by Royal Naval Association
The Royal Naval Association's annual championship for Uckers, a board game with a long naval tradition. Players enter individually or in pairs, and family, friends and supporters are invited to come and watch.
Neath Food and Drink Festival
Neath town centre · Neath
Fri, 2 October 2026, 10:00
Organised by Neath Port Talbot Council
A two-day food and drink festival in Neath town centre with food, drink and entertainment. Visit Wales says around 60 exhibitors take part, at the Indoor Victorian Market, with street food in Angel Square and Neath Square.
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