Remembrance Sunday services announced by Royal Borough council

Details of Remembrance Sunday services have been announced by the Royal Borough council ahead of the day of reflection on November 12.

The council is set to hold two events, in partnership with the Royal British Legion, from 10:50am in Windsor and Maidenhead with a two-minute silence at 11am.

Maidenhead’s service, attended by Deputy Mayor, councillor Simon Bond, will take place at the war memorial outside the town hall.

The service in Windsor will be held at the war memorial on the High Street, outside the Parish Church of St. John the Baptist, and attended by the Mayor, councillor Neil Knowles.

Former armed forces personnel, uniformed and youth organisations are expected to attend and participate in a wreath laying ceremony.

A service will also be held at St Michael’s Church in Sunninghill where a wreath will be laid on behalf of the council.

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Councillor Knowles said: “The Royal Borough and its community have always had a strong connection to His Majesty’s Armed Forces and the council is pleased to have a gold award as part of the Armed Forces Covenant.

“I invite all residents to attend our services if they are able to do so, and to join with us in remembering those who have sacrificed so much in past wars or conflicts for the freedoms that we enjoy today.

“This year’s Poppy Appeal has also recently launched, so please remember to show your support by donating towards the appeal and wearing your poppy with pride.”

Donations for the Poppy Appeal can be made online at: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/poppy-appeal