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PRESENTING THE

HOUSEHOLD CAVALRY REGIMENT

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Forthcoming Public & Regimental Events

The following information is given as supplied to this website.
We cannot be held responsible for information provided to us
and included in these columns, which subsequently proves to
be incorrect (or even false) — even after checking buy us.

You are advised to check all sources BEFORE making travel,
accommodation and other arrangements, in case any event is
cancelled or rescheduled.

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Events in 2012

February

Saturday
18 February

Kick-off:
5.30 p.m.

 

Harlequins v Worcester
Twickenham Stoop

In aid of the Household Cavalry Operational Casualties Fund (HCOCF)
The Square Mile Salute is held in the City of London's magnificent Guildhall.

The Band of The Blues And Royals will be playing from 4.30 p.m.
Members of the Household Cavalry Regiment (HCR) will be present on the day
collecting funds for HCOCF, and a serving member will be speaking at half time!

Tickets are available from £10.

Please call: 0871 527 1315 and quote 'Household Cavalry' if you wish to attend.
The Stoop will give HCOCF cash-back to the value of two tickets for every ten sold.

Wednesday
22 February

 

Square Mile Salute
Evening of gastronomic delight in the splendour of Guildhall

The Guildhall, London

One of London's finest culinary experiences ever will take place in February, when
The Square Mile Salute is held in the City of London's magnificent Guildhall.

The Square Mile Salute is a major fund-raising event where a team of 12 award-winning
Chefs, led by the legendary Albert Roux OBE and others including Mark Flanagan, who is
the Chef to the Queen at Buckingham Palace and also Christian Garcia, the Head Chef to
Prince Albert at the Monaco Royal Palace. They and others will serve up a sumptuous five-
course gourmet dinner accompanied bu specially-selected fine wines.
Charities supported are: Help for Heroes, The Royal British Legion, ABF The Soldiers'
Charity, and The Household Cavalry Operational Casualties Fund.

Further details, bookings and donations:  http://www.squaremilesalute.org/

March
Friday
9 March
Grand Military Gold Cup
Sandown

For further details:

Telephone:  01372 464348
Internet:  http://www.sandown.co.uk/fixtures/grand-military-gold-cup-day-2012/

Saturday
17 March

 

Household Cavalry Association — Dorset
Spring Dinner & Dance and Winter Warmer Draw

Hotel Celebrity, Bournemouth
For further details contact the Secretary on:  07817 115690
or   Dorsetsquadron@aol.com

Sunday
18 March
Household Cavalry Association — Dorset
Mothering Sunday Lunch

Hotel Celebrity, Bournemouth
For further details contact the Secretary on:  07817 115690
or   Dorsetsquadron@aol.com
Saturday
24 March
The Blues And Royals Warrant Officers Dining Club Dinner
HCR Combermere Barracks, Windsor — Details from Secretary

Saturday
24 March

 

The Old Oak Tree (TOOT)
Dinner

Hellaby Hall Hotel, Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Details from (to follow)

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May
Wednesday to
Sunday

9-13 May

Windsor Horse Show — Windsor Castle, Windsor
Telephone:  +44 01753 860633   *   Fax: 
 +44 01753 831074
http://www.rwhs.co.uk

Thursday 10,
Friday 11
  and
Sunday 13 May

The Diamond Jubilee Pageant — Windsor Castle, Windsor
Dancers, musicians, military and equestrian displays from around the world will come
together for three nights in a performance to pay tribute to 60 spectacular years of the
Reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Ticket Prices:
Thursday 10th and Friday 11th May — £30,  £40,  £50,  £60,  £80
Sunday 13th May — £40,  £50,  £60,  £70,  £100

Tickets can be purchased by telephone:   0844 581 4970
Group Bookings:  0800 358 0058

For further information:  0844 338 0333


Tickets can also be purchased in person from Windsor Information Centre, located in
Windsor Royal Shopping Centre
Or you can telephone the Information Centre on:
 01753 743900

Saturday
19 May
The Blues And Royals Association Dinner
HCMR Hyde Park Barracks, Kinghtsbridge, London
Further details from Home HQ in due course
Saturday
19 May
Armed Forces Muster
Diamond Jubilee Event

Windsor
Further details from Home HQ in due course
Sunday
20 May

88th Combined Cavalry Memorial Service and Parade
The Bandstand, Hyde Park, London

An opportunity to remember fallen comrades, and to meet and march with
old friends - and the other Cavalry Regiments - whilst music is provided by
five military bands. The WOs & NCOs Mess at the Household Cavalry Mounted
Regiment is traditionally available for refreshments after the parade.

A number of tickets are available for access to both the sitting and standing
areas during the Parade and Service, and are ideal for family members and
those not marching. If you would like to be included in the allocation of these
tickets, plus tickets for entry into Hyde Park Barracks after the Parade, please
contact Captain Hennessy-Walsh at Home HQ.

June
Saturday
2 June
Household Division Enclosure
Derby Day

Epsom
Open to Household Division Associations.
Further details from SQMC C A Eurlert, 'D' Squadron HCR - 01753 755217
E-mail:  chriseurlert@hotmail.co.uk
Saturday
2 June

Events begin at
approximately
10.00 a.m.

The Major General's Review
Horse Guards Parade

Applications to attend the Parade in the seated stands should be sent in
January and February only to:
The Brigade Major, Headquarters Household Division, Horse Guards,
Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX

The processions can also be seen from The Mall
Events begin at approximately 1000 hours

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HM The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations in 2012

The Jubilee Weekend features an extra Bank Holiday for the Diamond Jubilee,
with the late May Bank Holiday moved one week later, thereby making a 4-day
long weekend. The government announced the extra Bank Holiday for the
Diamond Jubilee on 5th January 2010

Saturday, 2 June

H.M. The Queen will attend the Epsom Derby

Sunday, 3 June

The Big Jubilee Lunch
Building on the already popular Big Lunch initiative, people will be encouraged to
share lunch with neighbours and friends as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
This may take the form of a traditional street party or a picnic lunch in small or larger
groups. This event is being organised by the Big Lunch

    http://www.thebiglunch.com

Sunday, 3 June

The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant
This event will take place on the Thames and consist of up to 1,000 boats assembled
from across the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and around the world. The Queen
will travel in the Royal Barge which will lead the flotilla. This event is being organised
by the Thames Diamond Jubilee Foundation. The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant
expected to measure 7.5 miles long from end to end — will include a diverse mix of the
historic and the modern; from rowed boats to sailing ships, steamers to wooden launches
and larger motorised craft. The pageant will be made up of both private and commercial
vessels which must be nationally or internationally registered. All vessels must be capable
of travelling at four knots through the water for two hours. Individuals and associations
wishing to take part can register their interest and details at:

   http://www.thamesdiamondjubileepageant.org
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Monday, 4 June

BBC Public Concert at Buckingham Palace
There will be a televised Diamond Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace, with tickets
being available to United Kingdom residents by public ballot. The musical programme
for the concert is still being planned and is expected to feature British and Commonwealth
musicians. Details on how to apply for the concert will be available in due course.
The event is being organised by the BBC.

Monday, 4 June

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Beacons
A network of 2,012 Beacons will be lit by communities and individuals throughout the
United Kingdom, as well as the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man and the Commonwealth.
As in 2002, The Queen will light the National Beacon. The beacons project is being organised
by Diamond Jubilee Beacons Ltd

Tuesday, 5 June

Service of Thanksgiving and Carriage Procession
There will be a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral, and a formal carriage
Procession by The Queen.

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Wednesday
and Thursday,
6 & 7 June
at 9.00 p.m.

Royal Marines Beating Retreat
Horse Guards Parade

The ticket office is at:  http://www.guardsbeatingretreat.com/
Telephone:  0844 847 2435

Thursday,
7 June

Founder's Day
Royal Hospital Chelsea

Annual parade by the In-Pensioners.
Booking through Royal Hospital Events Dept on:  020 7881 5324

Saturday
9 June
10.00 a.m.

The Colonel's Review
Horse Guards Parade
Applications to attend the Parade in the seated stands should be sent in
January and February only to:
The Brigade Major, Headquarters Household Division, Horse Guards,
Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX
— the processions can also be seen from the Mall.

Tuesday
12 June
8.00 for
8.30 p.m.
The Blues And Royals Club Dinner
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel, 66 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LA
Organiser:   Lt-Col J S Olivier
Wednesday
and Thursday,
13 & 14 June
at 9.00 p.m.

Household Division Beating Retreat
Horse Guards Parade

Tickets:  http://www.guardsbeatingretreat.com
Telephone:  0844 847 2435

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Saturday,
16 June

Events begin
at 10.00 am
(Fly-Past at
1.00 pm
)

The Queen's Birthday Parade, Trooping The Colour
Horse Guards Parade
Applications to attend the Parade in the seated stands should be sent in January and
February only to:   The Brigade Major, Headquarters Household Division, Horse Guards,
Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX.
The processions can also be seen from The Mall.
The parade is also broadcast live on BBC television in the United Kingdom

Monday,
18 June

Garter Service
Windsor Castle
A limited number of tickets are available for members of the public to stand inside the
precincts of Windsor Castle and watch the procession to St George's Chapel.
Apply by sending a letter (including a stamped self-addressed envelope) between
1 January and 1 March 2012 to:
The Superintendent, Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 1NJ
A ballot is held and successful applicants are notified.

Monday,
18 June

The Life Guards Club Dinner
Whites Club

Saturday
30 June
Armed Forces Day
National Event — Various Locations

For further details:  http://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/
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July
7th July

7.00 p.m.
till late

Household Division Association — Warrington Division
Diamond Jubilee Dinner
The Daresbury Park Hotel, Warrington, Cheshire

Contact Dennis Cullen on:  07799 644494 for Ticket Sales.

27 July to
12 August

London Olympics
Household Cavalry Museum at Horse Guards will be closed during this period as
the Beach Volley ball venue will occupy Horse Guards

August

27 July to
12 August

 

London Olympics
Household Cavalry Museum at Horse Guards will be closed during this period as
the Beach Volley Ball venue will occupy Horse Guards

3rd to 25th
August
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Edinburgh Castle

The Tattoo Office, 32 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 1QB
Telephone:  +44(0)131 225 1188    *    Fax:  +44(0) 0131 225 8627
http://www.edintattoo.co.uk/
Saturday
18 August
Horsemen & Heroes Day
Newmarket Race Course

In aid of the Household Cavalry Operational Casualties Fund (HCOCF).
Further details will be issued when known.

29 August  to
9 September

 

Para Olympics
London
Household Cavalry Museum at Horse Guards will be closed during this period as
the Beach Volley Ball venue will occupy Horse Guards

September

29 August  to
9 September

 

Para Olympics
London
Household Cavalry Museum at Horse Guards will be closed during this period as
the Beach Volley Ball venue will occupy Horse Guards

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Saturday
22 September
The Life Guards Association Dinner
HCR Combermere Barracks, Windsor, Berkshire
Further details from Home HQ in due course.
Saturday,
22 September

Junior Leaders RAC Old Boys Association
Annual Reunion and Annual General Meeting
Oxford
Further details from:  admin@jlrrac.org

October
Saturday
13 October

Household Cavalry Association — Dorset
The Queen's Hotel and Spa, Bournemouth
31st AGM followed by the Annual Dinner and Dance
. . . including the 2012 HCOCF Auction
For further details contact the Secretary on 07817 115690     or
E-mail:   Dorsetsquadron@aol.com

Saturday
20 October
The Life Guards Warrant Officers Dinner
Windsor

If you are an ex-WO of The Life Guards and are not receiving information about
the Club, please contact Mr D McKenzie:  donald.mck47@ntlworld.com
Telephone:  0797 431 5287
November

Thursday
8 November

 

Fields Of Remembrance
Westminster Abbey, London
Opening ceremony of regimental plots of remembrance by a member of
The Royal Family. Possible restricted access. Further details from Home HQ.

Saturday,
10 November
From 11.00 a.m.

Lord Mayor's Show
London
Further details from:  http://www.lordmayorsshow.org/introduction/

Saturday
10 November

 

Festival Of Remembrance
Royal Albert Hall, London
This annual Festival, held at the Royal Albert Hall, commemorates and honours all
those who have lost their lives in conflicts, and is both a moving and enjoyable evening.
There is a matinee (2.00 p.m.) and an evening performance— both are exactly the same
except that the Royal Family attend only the evening performance. Tickets for the matinee
performance open for sale on 1 September. Please note that in previous years they have
sold out immediately.
Further details from the following website:
http://www.britishlegion.org.uk/about-us/media-centre/calendar-of-events/general/
              festival-of-remembrance-2012


Sunday
11 November
Remembrance Sunday (Various Locations)
Garrison Holy Trinity Church, Windsor

Household Cavalry Regiment march to and from Church and return to
Combermere Barracks. Short service at Memorial on return.
December

Saturday
and Sunday

8 & 9 November

 

British Military Tournament
Earls Court, London
This year's theme/storyline is the life of the Queen. There will be a large
participation by the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, including a
composite Mounted Band and the Musical Ride.
For further details contact:
http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/The-British-Military-Tournament-tickets/artist/1455571

Sunday
9 December

Household Cavalry Association — Dorset
Hotel Celebrity, Bournemouth
Christmas Lunch and Annual Draw

For further details contact the Secretary on 07817 115690     or
E-mail:   Dorsetsquadron@aol.com

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HAVE YOU AN INTERESTING TALE TO TELL?

As part of an exciting social history project, the film company Legasee is looking for war veterans
who would like to have their stories filmed for posterity.

This footage will be used to launch a unique online archive of interviews for use by schools, colleges
and members of the public. Each participant will receive a complimentary DVD/VHS copy of their film.

To kick-start the project, they are looking for war veterans of any age who wish to recall their experiences
in front of the camera for the benefit of future generations. It doesn't matter what campaign or country was
served in, or what role was played. The Legasee war veterans project is completely free of charge, with any
travel expenses paid — all that's needed is knowledge, enthusiasm and a small amount of time to take part
in the filming.

If you are interested, or know anyone who is, please contact Dave Player (dave@legasee.org.uk) and
provide the following details: name, age, daytime telephone number and brief details of wartime service.
Legasee will contact them to discuss this further. Your 15 minutes of fame could be immortalised forever!!!

For more information about Legasee, visit their website: www.Legasee.org.uk

 
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