Leeds invites you to celebrate Armed Forces Month, National Reserves Day, and National Armed Forces Day. Honouring the sacrifices and dedication of the forces and their families, while raising funds for veterans.
Leeds celebrates National Armed Forces Day
The Leeds Armed Forces Festival link returns for a second year, featuring themed activities leading up to Armed Forces Day on June 29th, 11 am – 4 pm.
Hosted by the Lord Mayor, they invite everyone to show support for the armed forces community, including serving troops, families, reservists, veterans, and cadets, offering a variety of activities to suit all tastes.
The event begins with raising the Armed Forces Day flag in Victoria Gardens, followed by a parade of military personnel, veterans, and cadets to Briggate, where the Lord Mayor takes a salute.
The event includes:
The Briggate event will feature family-friendly activities, parades, stalls, exhibitions, and music. If weather permits, a flypast by the BBMF C47 Dakota/Skytrain aircraft will also be available. The free event includes Army, Navy, and Air Force activities. Including:
- the 1940s weekend at Lotherton Hall,
- exhibitions at the Royal Armouries,
- Commonwealth War Graves tour,
- Tea and Talk at Temple Newsam,
- curators talk at Leeds Discovery Centre,
- Social history club events.
- The Thackray Museum of Medicine
- The popular D-Day Darlings will perform a new show at City Varieties.
Councillor Dan Cohen, Leads’ Lord Mayor, has emphasized the city’s long-standing support for the armed forces.
“This year, Armed Forces Day is celebrated as it commemorates the 80th anniversary of VE Day and VJ Day. The festival is a fun and engaging event for families, expressing gratitude to the past, present, and future members of the armed forces community.”
Need Armed Forces legal advice? discover how Oakwood Solicitors can help.
Serving in the military is a challenging and honourable profession, but it also comes with risks, including injuries and illnesses.
Therefore, navigating these legal matters can help ease the transition back to civilian life.
Our specialized Military Claims solicitors can help you understand your rights and the process for successful compensation and recovery.
Our Armed Forces services include:
- Military Accidents: If you have sustained an injury due to negligence or unsafe conditions while on duty, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim.
- Noise-induced hearing loss: If the military did not provide sufficient hearing protection, you might have grounds for a claim.
- Family law: We can assist servicemen and women with family matters, such as divorce, disputes involving children, and Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.
- Will writing service: We can assist with most aspects of will-writing, in addition to other services such as Grant of Probate and Lasting Power of Attorney.
- Workplace stress: Service members who have suffered from stress at work, which has amounted to them suffering from a psychiatric injury or mental health condition, may be entitled to compensation.
- Non-freezing injuries: Exposure to cold and damp conditions can lead to damage over time, and for this, you may be eligible for compensation.
- Property: Whether you are still in service or have left the military, we can assist with all of your property needs.
Affordable Justice: Your guide to discounted legal support
Having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, Oakwood Solicitors is passionate about supporting and seeking justice for those who have served our country.
With a proven track record of success and a commitment to protecting your rights, Oakwood Solicitors is the trusted choice for military personnel seeking justice.
Oakwood Solicitors provides affordable legal advice for the Armed Forces, offering discounts for:
- Property: Whether you are looking to buy a property for the first time or are in the process of selling. Oakwood Property Solicitors strive to make the legal side of things as simple and stress-free as possible. Offering our Armed Forces clients a 10% discount on conveyancing fees.
- Wills: We know that writing a Will can be a daunting and emotional task, but it is vital to ensure that your assets and belongings are distributed how you wish when you are no longer here. We can assist with Will-writing, Grant of Probate and Lasting Power of Attorneys. Offering a 50% Armed Forces Discount on single and Mirror Wills.
- Family Law: We can assist service members and women with family matters, such as Divorce, Disputes involving Children and Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Whether you are still serving or have left the military, we are here to help and support you when tough times arise.
Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS)
At Oakwood Solicitors Ltd, we can assist you in pursuing a claim through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS), which compensates those who have suffered injury, illness, or death during the UK Armed Forces service.
You can claim for any injury or illness which has been caused by service in the armed forces, during training or in active duty, from hearing loss, and arthritis to amputations or mental health issues.
Claims made through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme should be made within 7 years of the date the injury was sustained, made worse or in the case of illness, the date of first seeking medical advice for that illness. However, if claimants were under the age of 18 when the injury occurred, they will have 9 years to make a claim.
With our team of legal experts, we strive to secure the compensation you deserve to help you with your recovery and future needs.
Oakwood Solicitors Partnership: Frontfoot
Oakwood Solicitors has partnered with FrontFoot to enhance legal and career support for service leavers, veterans, reservists, and their families in the UK.
Front Foot offers comprehensive services like apprenticeships, training, employment opportunities, and post-hire support.
Their commitment to ensuring a smooth transition to civilian life aligns perfectly with Oakwood Solicitors’ dedication to offering expert legal services.
Tim O’Keefe, Founder of Front Foot, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: “Partnering with Oakwood Solicitors Ltd is a significant milestone for Front Foot. This collaboration allows us to extend our support even further, ensuring that those who have served our country receive not only career assistance but also expert legal guidance.
“It’s a partnership that aligns perfectly with our mission to serve and support the armed forces community in every aspect of their lives.”
By working together, Oakwood and Front Foot aim to provide comprehensive support to the armed forces community, ensuring that they receive the justice and care they deserve.
Further information:
Ssafa: The Armed Forces Charity.
Armed Forces Day 2025.
Leeds Gov. Leeds Armed Forces Festival.
Oakwood Solicitors Partnership with Front foot.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
At Oakwood Solicitors Ltd, we are committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists, whether they are still serving or have entered civilian life. Proudly partnered with veterans’ charity, Front Foot.
Our solicitors specialise in military claims, including complex cases such as hearing loss, PTSD, and medical negligence. We can also assist with other matters such as writing a Will, property, and family law.
Get in touch today for a no-obligation consultation. Choose one of the methods on the right-hand side of this page or call us on 0113 200 9720 to find out how we can help you.
Liam Hill is a Solicitor and Deputy Head of the Industrial Disease Team, having trained and qualified at Oakwood Solicitors. Liam joined us in 2013 after successfully completing the Legal Practice C…
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