Britain at War Magazine brings huge live event to the Royal Armouries with inaugural 'The Big Debrief'
History enthusiasts are being urged to act fast as Britain at War magazine makes its live event debut at the Royal Armouries next month
The UK’s best-selling military history monthly magazine is set to make its live event debut in Leeds next month, bringing together a lineup of leading historians, authors, and global digital creators.
Britain at War magazine will host 'The Big Debrief' at the iconic Royal Armouries Museum, offering enthusiasts a full-day conference designed to bring the pages of the publication to life on stage.
Proceedings will kick off with an exclusive guided tour of the Royal Armouries collection, followed by a rare hands-on demonstration showcasing the operation and evolution of historic British military firearms.
The event's opening lecture will be delivered by Jonathan Ferguson, the museum’s well-known Keeper of Firearms and Artillery. The high-profile lineup also features popular naval historian and YouTuber Drachinifel, alongside acclaimed author and historian Dr Peter Caddick-Adams, who is set to revisit the enduring ‘Slim vs Monty’ debate surrounding two of Britain’s most successful Second World War generals.
Designed to span a wide range of military history topics, the full-day schedule is built to offer delegates the unique chance to experience the pages of the magazine brought to life directly on stage.
“It’s like building a live issue of Britain at War magazine,” said editor John Ash. “We wanted to create an event that captures the same variety, debate and storytelling that readers enjoy every month, while also making full use of such an iconic venue in Leeds.”
Organisers hope the conference, which is expected to attract visitors from across the country to the city, will eventually become a regular fixture in the local Leeds calendar.
When is ‘The Big Debrief’ happening at the Royal Armouries?
‘The Big Debrief’ is making its live event debut right here in Leeds on June 6, 2026, taking over the Royal Armouries Museum for the day
When and where can I get tickets to ‘The Big Debrief’ at the Royal Armouries?
Tickets for the live conference are on sale now via the official Key Military website.
Because of the limited capacity, the booking window officially closes at 9am on June 1
Entry is priced at £99, which covers the full day's itinerary - including the guided tours, hands-on firearms demonstrations, lunch, refreshments, an event programme, and a limited-edition art print.