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Charnwood's Armed Forces Day Event

Contact Name:
Charnwood Events
Venue:
Queen's Park
Address:
Loughborough
County:
Leicestershire
Postcode:
LE11 3BJ
Daytime Phone:
01509634623
Event Start Date:
28-06-2025
Event End Date:
28-06-2025
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
http://www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/afd25

Description:

Calling All Traders – Join Us for Armed Forces Day!

Saturday 28th June 2025

11am – 3pm

Queens Park, Loughborough

We’re excited to invite traders, businesses, and organisations to be part of Armed Forces Day 2025 in Queen's Park, Loughborough! This event will celebrate and honour the dedication and sacrifices of our armed forces, and we want YOU to be part of the action!

Why Join Us?

  • Large Footfall: The event will draw a diverse crowd from all over the community, including families, veterans, and military enthusiasts.

  • Great Exposure: Your stall will be in a prime location within Queens Park, giving you a chance to showcase your products, services, or causes to a wide audience.

  • Support a Good Cause: This is a fantastic opportunity to support our armed forces and raise awareness for the important work being done by military organisations and veterans’ charities.

  • Engage with a Community Event: From military memorabilia to local food, and family-friendly activities, the event is designed to engage and entertain visitors throughout the day.

Interested in Being a Stallholder?

If you have products or services that would be a good fit for this event – whether it’s food, arts, crafts, military-themed items, or informational stalls for charities and veterans’ services – we’d love to hear from you!

What We're Looking For:

  • Food and Drink Stalls – From street food to refreshments, everything from hot meals to sweet treats!

  • Crafts & Merchandise – Military-themed items, handmade goods, and local crafts.

  • Charity & Support Stalls – Organisations offering support for veterans, military families, and others.

  • Fun & Family Activities – Games, face painting, entertainment for all ages.

  • Local Businesses & Services – A wide range of products that will attract a local, family-friendly crowd.

Documentation Required:  

  • £5m (minimum) Public Liability Insurance – All traders must provide documented evidence of valid public liability insurance with a minimum cover of £5 million.
  • Risk Assessment – A completed risk assessment must be submitted with your application. For guidance on how to complete one, please visit www.hse.gov.uk.
  • Fire Risk Assessment – Traders preparing hot food on site are also required to submit a fire risk assessment. A template will be provided to complete.
  • Food Hygiene Certificate – All food traders must supply a copy of their current food hygiene certification.
  • Gas Safety Certificate – If using any gas appliances, you must provide a valid gas safety certificate.
  • PAT Certificates – If you’re bringing electrical equipment, portable appliance testing (PAT) certificates must be provided.
  • Street Trading Licence – If you already hold a street trading licence, please include a copy with your application (optional but helpful).

Event Details

Date: Saturday 28th June 2025. Time: 11am – 3pm. Location: Queen's Park, Loughborough.  Entry: Free for visitors, but stallholder spaces are limited!  Family-Friendly Event.

How to Apply:

To secure your place at Armed Forces Day, please email us for a copy of our 2025 Charnwood Events application form and sign up to several events! Spaces are filling up fast, so make sure to apply soon!

email: [email protected] 

We look forward to having you as part of this exciting event and celebrating together in support of our armed forces!

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