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The daytime programme is completely free of charge and open to all members of the Sapper community, but advance registration is required to secure your place and gain entry to the museum and activities. Registered guests will enjoy exclusive access to talks, demonstrations and hands-on experiences throughout the day. We’re especially keen to see serving personnel and units from across the region take advantage of this opportunity and bring their families along for what promises to be a great day out together.

Event Highlights


  • Free daytime entry to the Royal Armouries for all ticketed members of the Sapper Family

  • Inspiring talk and presentation from the ‘Salty Sappers’ RE Ocean Rowing Team

  • Special presentations, including Op HERRICK, The Falklands War, SOE and a panel discussion

  • Live combat and historical demonstrations: 16th Century broad sword fighting, Romans vs Celts, Samurai displays

  • Hands-on experiences with historic weapons and armour, from Agincourt to the Falklands

  • Exclusive access to rarely seen artefacts from the Royal Armouries archive

  • Time to reconnect with serving Sappers, veterans and families from across the Corps

  • Black tie Gala Dinner in Armouries Hall (ticketed, over 18s) with great food, special guests and entertainment

  • Discounted accommodation available at the Holiday Inn Express opposite the museum


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Getting their

Leeds is well connected with easy access from across the UK

By Train


The Royal Armouries is a 15-minute walk from Leeds Railway Station which is a central hub for trains travelling from all major cities. From Birmingham it’s one hour, from London it’s two hours, and from Liverpool or Newcastle it’s 90 minutes.

Take the boat

Why not enjoy a novel mode of transport for only £3! You can step onboard from the south exit of Leeds Railway station and step off at Granary Wharf, every 20 minutes.

By Road

The Royal Armouries is nested inside the Leeds inner ring road off the A61. Head south-east of the city centre and follow the brown tourism signs to the venue.

Parking

A privately operated multi-storey secure car park is located only 100 metres from the museum entrance.




Bus

Leeds City Bus Station is a 15-minute walk to the venue and welcomes National Express coaches from around the UK.

You can hop on a bus at Leeds Bus Station, with the 140 bus towards Pontefract and the 110 towards Wakefield taking you to Leeds Dock within 8 minutes.

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