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Armed forces events

Armed forces celebration and commemoration events in Derbyshire.


Derbyshire CEEG Employer Forum 2026

Celebrating Derbyshire Day by bringing employers and defence together.

Tuesday 22 September 2026 at:

County Hall
Matlock
Derbyshire
De4 3AG

Arrival from 9.30am, event starts at 10am.

Join us for the inaugural Derbyshire CEEG Employer Forum at the iconic County Hall in Matlock.

Bringing together employers, Armed Forces representatives, public sector, education providers and community partners to explore how we can support the Armed Forces community and build stronger, more resilient organisations and communities.

What you can expect

Learn about the work of Derbyshire CEEG (County Employer Engagement Group) and its impact across the county.

Hear from employers supporting the Armed Forces community.

Understand the benefits of signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

Explore pathways to Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) awards.

Network with businesses, public sector organisations and Armed Forces representatives.

Discover opportunities to support veterans, reservists, cadets and military families.

Share ideas and best practice with like-minded organisations.

Car parking

Free car parking on site, disabled parking on request (restricted by barrier).

Dress code

Business attire – smart / casual.

Armed forces reservists in number 2s.

Cadets in uniform.

Register

Reserve a place

Attendance is free, but places are limited and advance registration is essential.

We look forward to welcoming you to County Hall for what promises to be an informative, engaging and collaborative event.

Community sports events funded by Help for Heroes

The Community Sports Series is a series of weekend events for armed forces veterans fully funded by the charity Help for Heroes. The funding covers accommodation and meals, and the opportunity to claim back fuel or other methods of travel.

The weekends consist of several sports including wheelchair basketball, rowing, boccia, climbing, laser target, volleyball, American football and powerlifting.

You can sign up on the Help for Heroes website.

Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day in the United Kingdom is an annual event celebrated in late June to commemorate the service of men and women in the British Armed Forces. Although an official event, it's not a public holiday in the UK.

Veterans' Day was first observed in 2006. The name was changed to Armed Forces Day in 2009.