Remembrance and Armistice Day Events announced

This year's Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day commemorations to honour the sacrifices of the Armed Forces have been confirmed.

Swadlincote will mark both occasions with services and a community parade, which will feature a two-minute silence to pay respects to all who served and sacrificed for their country.

Please wear warm clothing and appropriate footwear for the prevailing weather conditions. All are welcome to attend.

Remembrance Sunday, 10 November 

The event will begin at 10:05 a.m. as the parade forms on High Street (outside John Mills Curtains and Blinds) and steps off at 10:15 a.m. At 10:30 a.m., members of the Royal British Legion will join the march at The Delph, continuing to the Memorial Gates at Eureka Park. The formal service will begin at 10:50 a.m., with the traditional two-minute silence at 11:00 a.m., followed by a wreath-laying ceremony and blessing.

Evening Services

Additional indoor services are scheduled for 4:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Church in Swadlincote and 5:00 p.m. at the Salvation Army Citadel in Church Gresley.

Armistice Day, 11 November 

Gather at 10:45 a.m. outside the Town Hall on The Delph, Swadlincote for a brief service leading up to the 11:00 a.m. silence. A closing blessing will conclude the service at 11:02 a.m.

Other South Derbyshire events are planned, for full event times and details, please visit: Remembrance Sunday 2024 | South Derbyshire District Council.

1 November 2024