King Charles visits Wiltshire Army base

He's been doing it to learn about the soldiers, their training and the heritage of the Royal Regiment of Artillery

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 6th Jun 2025

The King has taken a trip to an army base in Wiltshire today (6 June).

King Charles met members of the Royal Regiment of Artillery at Larkhill barracks near Salisbury - doing it to learn about the soldiers, their training and the heritage of the Royal Regiment of Artillery.

He also got to hear about how the personnel train and see the equipment they use.

His Majesty arrived shortly after 11am, dressed in his Field Marshall number 4 attire.

He was greeted by the master gunner, Sir Andrew Gregory, and a 21 gun salute, before the National Anthem was played.

His Majesty then went on the speak to senior serving royal artillery and veterans.


King Charles visits Wiltshire Army base
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