Military Zone
Prepare to be awed by the impressive displays and activities in the Military Zone, where military organisations and charities come together to showcase their capabilities and share their knowledge!
The Military Zone is hosting a multitude of military organisations and activities at this year's event!
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Combat2Coffee is dedicated to improving the mental health of veterans, their families, & the community through serving the finest direct-trade coffee! Come and see us for a coffee & chat. |
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Capability Display - Aviation Engineering equipment. Recovery Mechanics with their SVR will run a Crane Game (Popping balloons). Armourers displaying weapon systems. Metalsmiths with their 15t MAN Truck and Welding Mobile Forge. |
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Woodbridge Station - 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment |
Capability Display - Combat Engineering, military Dive Tank (noughts and crosses), JCB (bucket game) and RWIMK vehicle with Support Weapons. |
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Woodbridge Station - 28 Engineer Regiment |
Capability Display – As the lead Military Counter-CBRN unit supporting UK Defence. 28 Engr Regt will demonstrate their specialist Counter-CBRN capabilities. |
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Recruitment and activity stand - Air rifles & camouflage face painting. |
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Grab your blaster and jump into action at the Battle Stations Laser Battlefield stand in the Military Zone. Also, try Airsoft, Paintball or Arrow Tag on our shooting range. |
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Eurofighter/Typhoon flight simulator |
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Supporting family carers of all ages across Suffolk, including specific support for Armed Forces Family Carers. Come and say hello and take part in our free activities! |
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Military Charities |
RBL, ABF, SSAFA, RAFA & Veterans Foundation - Promotion and Awareness stands. |
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The stand has crafting for kids, military equipment, replica?deactivated weapons. We also sell our branded SOP merchandise. |
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Learning Curve Group/ MPCT Academy Ipswich |
MPCT Military Preparation College, for 16-19 year olds with no qualifications needed and 50% spent in Physical training, preparing for a career in the Services of a college like no other! |
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Information for veterans regarding discounted holiday for veterans and emergency service personnel, and interactive games for children. |
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The world's first operational radar station was established at Bawdsey in the 1930's. it's now a museum and heritage site which tells the story of radar and the people involved. |
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Boats and gazebo staffed by adults and cadets. |
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The Royal Logistic Corps includes communications, catering support, logistic specialists, HR and aviation fuel and transport support. A modern and diverse Army Reserve transport Regiment based in Ipswich, Colchester, Grantham, Bedford, Luton, Peterborough and Milton Keynes. |
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Armed Forces Recruiting |
Army, Navy & Royal Air Force- Recruiting and Outreach information stands with an interactive mobile Climbing Tower (Wall). |
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On display will be the Gazelle helicopter and a Glider plane, which visitors can sit inside the cockpit. There is also a free Apache helicopter simulator ride. |
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United States Visiting Forces personnel will provide displays, deliver interactive stands, highlight civilian employment opportunities, and showcase the operation of the USVF in Suffolk |
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93 (Expeditionary Armament) Squadron |
93 (Expeditionary Armament) Squadron showcasing their array of Aircraft weapons, including guided missiles, bombs and cannon. |
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Royal Air Force Association |
Charity stand raising funds for the Royal Air Force Association (RAFA). Information available to raise awareness about the association and what it can offer, alongside a selection of fun games. |
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Our stand will be staffed by a number of Army Reservists, and will include some of the items they use, including weapons, personal equipment, and information about being both a Royal Anglian and a reserve in other roles. |
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188 (Ipswich) Sqn RAFAC |
We are a uniformed youth group, with representatives from Ipswich, Felixstowe, Woodbridge, and surrounding areas. There are over 1500 members of the RAFAC across Norfolk and Suffolk. |
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161 Medical Squadron, 254 MMR |
Visit this Army Reserve stand and talk to Soldiers from your Local Army Reserve Medical Regiment. Contains the kit and equipment a Combat Medic carries. |
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Royal Air Force Reserves Recruiting Team with RAF Police and RAF Regiment |
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