The firing of cannons or artillery as a military honour
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These special commemorative firings take place on the Gun Park located on the Wharf.
Next Gun Salute dates
The next gun salutes will take place on the following dates at 13.00, unless otherwise stated:
- The King's Official Birthday (Trooping the Colour): 14 June 2025
- The Queen's Birthday: 17 July 2025
- Accession Day: 08 September 2025
- The King's Birthday: 14 November 2025
- State Opening of Parliament: TBC
- State Visits: TBC
Important information
The Wharf closes at least an hour before the gun salute, and there is no access to parts of the Wharf during the set up and duration of the gun salute.
There may be more salutes depending on whether state visits are planned.
Gun salutes take place at 13:00 and are 62 rounds unless otherwise stated.
Find out more about Gun Salutes on the Royal website.
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