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Below is a list of dates for your diary on what's happening in the Eastbourne Branch of The Royal British Legion.

Armed Forces Day Eastbourne 
Saturday 27 June 2026, Five Acre Field, Lottbridge Drove from 9.30am-5pm
Organised by Military Events on behalf of Eastbourne & District Veterans CIC & Eastbourne Royal British Legion.
The UK Armed Forces work around the clock to protect our way of life and defend UK interests at home and abroad. Armed Forces Day is our chance to say THANK YOU.
Want to be part of the day? We’re now welcoming traders, exhibitors and sponsors to get involved. Whether you’d like to book a pitch, sponsor the event, or simply find out more, all the details are on our Event Page.

Remembrance Day/Armistice Day 
Falls on Wednesday 11 November 2026. The Two-minute Silence will take place at 11am.