Commemorating the Battle of Trafalgar

Visitors will be invited to experience the roar and power of the Royal Armouries fully restored 12-pounder naval gun at Fort Nelson on Sunday 22 October 2017 to mark Lord Nelson’s famous victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. To commemorate Trafalgar Day, uniformed detachments from HMS Loire and Ubique Right of the Line will fire the 12-pounder muzzle-loading, sea service cannon which was commonly used on Royal Navy ships at Trafalgar, on the parade at 11:30 am, 2 pm and 3 pm. This is in addition to the daily 1 pm firing of the 25-pounder Howitzer on the parade. There will be the opportunity for visitors to inspect the guns following the firings and the uniformed detachment will be available to answer questions about the gun. Visitors are invited to participate in two Trafalgar themed insight sessions which includes a bespoke handling where visitors can get their hands on history. Visitors will have the opportunity to handle a Victorian naval cutlass and discover some of the fascinating facts behind each item. The Royal Armouries’ museum at Fort Nelson is home to one of the largest collections of artillery in the UK. Set within 19 acres, there is lots to see and explore including the ramparts, parade, tunnels, galleries and Cafe 1871. The Fort is open daily from 10 am – 5 pm (April – October) and 10 am – 4 pm (November – March), Admission is free. Insight session: 18 and 19 century naval gunnery An insight session which takes visitors on a guided tour of the galleries highlighting the development of naval gunnery between the 18 and 19 century. • 12:30 pm, FREE Handling insight session: The Battle of Trafalgar Visitors will have the opportunity to handle objects from the Battle of Trafalgar including naval uniforms, and a Victoria naval cutlass. • 3:15 pm , FREE

Suitable for
Any age

Admission
Free admission and parking

Website
https://royalarmouries.org/events/overview/commemorative-gun-firings

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk/se000095?id=EVENT577943