EVENTS
* Please note that since going to press Gunner Sunday has moved to 22 April.
The Forecast of Events will be updated in due course.
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Future Artillery 2012 is Coming!
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Fighting Talk
Fighting Talk is a brand new and exciting project being launched by FirePower, the Royal Artillery Museum to preseve an oral history of Gunners in action.
Will you get involved?
Read more here: Fighting Talk
Gunner Sunday
Gunner Sunday will take place at the Royal Hospital Chelsea on Sunday 22 April. Branches and regiments are most welcome to attend. So that we can have some idea of numbers attending, please call the RAA Membership Office on 01980 845362 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you intend to attend. Timings are:
10.00hrs Assemble in the Octagon Colonnade
10.30hrs Latest arrival time
10.40hrs Pensioners and RAA Standard Bearers form up and parade
11.00hrs Service begins
After the service the club will be open for you to meet the pensioners and have a drink.
Dress: Suits or blazers with Gunner tie. Only Standard bearers should wear medals.
Parking is very limited and further details can be obtained by calling 020 7881 5298.
Lunch cannot be provided and you should consider this when planning
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The Royal Artillery Assembly 2012
The Royal Artillery Assembly will take place at the Norbreck Castle Hotel, Blackpool, over the weekend 18 to 20 May. Details have already been sent to Branch Secretaries and RSMs. This is the major event of the year in which the RAA is involved and one not to be missed!
Come and enjoy the company of hundreds of Gunners from all over the country in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. There will be an update on the current situation of the serving regiments, including a report from a regiment recently returned from combat operations. As well as all this, you will be treated to a fabulous marching band display and then invited to relax and enjoy our Gala Dinner with live entertainment.
To avoid disappointment book today using the RA Assembly 2012 Booking Form. Further details can be obtained from your local RAA branch secretary or 01980 845233. The RAA Grand Draw 2012 will be held on wednesday 15 August. Tickets are now available from the RAA office.
Order your tickets by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and return the completed stubs with payment. Are you looking for service records of a Gunner?
The Royal Artillery Association does not hold any form of service records neither are we in a position to carry out research on your behalf. Please direct your enquiries to Veterans UK For a comprehensive guide to finding service records download:
If you are looking to find an "old friend" or make contact with an ex Gunner you may post your message here
Contact the RACF
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