206 Ulster Battery Royal Artillery - The Ulster Gunners

206 Ulster Battery Royal Artillery - The Ulster Gunners 206 (Ulster) Battery Royal Artillery are part of 105th Regiment Royal Artillery. The Battery represents Northern Ireland for this ceremonial duty.

206 (Ulster) Battery Royal Artillery

The Ulster Gunners are a Field Artillery Unit based in Northern Ireland and part of 105 Regiment. We are made up of A Troop and HQ in Newtownards, and B Troop in Coleraine. We use the Army’s most versatile Gun, the 105mm L118 Light Gun, with a range of 17,200. The Light Gun can be towed by a medium-weight vehicle (such as a Pinzgauer TUM) or carried around the

battlefield under slung by a Chinook helicopter.

206 Battery has the honour of firing 6 ceremonial gun salutes every year to mark Royal occasions at Royal Hillsborough Castle. Roles:

Guns
Our gun battery is equipped with the 105mm Light Gun which are highly mobile, accurate and pack a lethal punch. The 6 man Gun Detachments are critical to the unit, working as close knit teams to deliver fire in all weather conditions, day or night. Command Post (CP)
The Command Post is the “brains” of the unit. The CP interprets information from the Observers to calculate the gun data in order for the guns to strike the target with pinpoint accuracy. Observer Post (OPs)
Our light role regiment is organised into Fire Support Teams (FSTs) to find the enemy and our gun batteries provide the firepower for the strike. Our dismounted FSTs find the enemy on the battlefield using lightweight lasers, MSTAR radars, thermal imaging and night vision equipment. Once the enemy location is identified, the FST coordinates guns, mortars, attack helicopters and fast jets to deliver a devastating strike. Logistics
Logistics soldiers form the backbone of the Royal Artillery. Our drivers, chefs and logistics specialists resupply the Batteries with ammunition, food, water etc. and are critical to a successful exercise or operation. Our soldiers participate in all manner of sporting activities including Parachuting, Sailing, Orienteering, Diving, Rock Climbing, Hill Walking, Mountain Biking and Winter Sports. We also have a number of soldiers who compete in events such as Football, Parachuting and Snowboarding.

25/08/2026

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24/07/2026

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We had a few visitors on our outdoor office call on Saturday, to see 206 Battery Salute Demo. 🔥❤️💙🔥
24/06/2026

We had a few visitors on our outdoor office call on Saturday, to see 206 Battery Salute Demo. 🔥❤️💙🔥

💥 Ever seen a gun salute fired across a river?This Armed Forces Day, one of the day's most anticipated moments will see ...
17/06/2026

💥 Ever seen a gun salute fired across a river?

This Armed Forces Day, one of the day's most anticipated moments will see the Ulster Gunners deliver a ceremonial gun salute across the River Bann – a spectacle that's guaranteed to turn heads.

But that's just the beginning.

Meet Military Intelligence specialists, discover the work of Army Engineers and get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the skills, technology and expertise that help support military operations around the world.

Whether you're interested in future careers, fascinated by military life or simply looking for a great day out with the family, there's something for everyone to discover.

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13/04/2026

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Now the 6 Nations Rugby has just finished, here is something to keep you going. Till the next big one, Come on the Black...
29/03/2026

Now the 6 Nations Rugby has just finished, here is something to keep you going. Till the next big one, Come on the Black Thorns 🔥❤️💙🔥

Memorial Rugby Fixture - N.I. Blackthorns V Irish Guards

This event, which is honouring the memory of Lieutenant Colonel Robert Blair 'Colonel Paddy' Mayne D.S.O. with 3 Bars, is taking place at Regent House Grammar School on Saturday 18th April 2026.

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27/03/2026

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New chapter 🔥❤️💙🔥
24/03/2026

New chapter 🔥❤️💙🔥

Earlier today, in Coleraine the modernised Army Reserve Centre re-opened, on Artillery Road.Marking the occasion, repres...
24/03/2026

Earlier today, in Coleraine the modernised Army Reserve Centre re-opened, on Artillery Road.

Marking the occasion, representatives of 152 North Irish Regiment RLC, B SQN SNIY officials and our own 105th Regiment Royal Artillery 206 Bty executives were joined by the Lord Lieutenant of County Londonderry, Mrs Alison Millar and Commander 38 (Irish) Brigade, Brigadier P L Ashfield DSO MBE, The Deputy Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, Alderman Richard Stewart and Deputy Lieutenant of County Londonderry, Jayne Taggart.

Live near Coleraine:

Well now is the time to join a new vitalised team,

That enjoys a challenge,
That seeks new skills,
That thrives in helping others,
That prides themselves in doing the right thing, not the easy way.

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This is 206 Battery training with the rest of the Batteries of 105th Regiment Royal Artillery 🔥❤️💙🔥
15/03/2026

This is 206 Battery training with the rest of the Batteries of 105th Regiment Royal Artillery 🔥❤️💙🔥

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