The Wellington branch of the Royal British Legion has announced the schedule of this year’s Remembrance events.
It started today (Thursday) with the Poppy Appeal launch including manned stalls in Lidl and Co-op.
Anyone who would like to assist with this year’s collection is asked to contact the organiser Lyn Trickey on 07721 335076.
Sunday, November 1st
At 12 noon, there will be the Dedication of the Field of Remembrance at Wellington Baptist Church on South Street.
Monday, November 2nd
At 10am, the Poppy Pop-Up Shop will open in Fore Street. Also from 10am, members of the Monumental Women of Wellington will be putting up displays of knitted and crocheted poppies at a variety of locations around the town.
Sunday, November 8th
The annual Remembrance parade will march from Wellington School to Wellington Park (at 2.55pm) ahead of the Remembrance Service at the war memorial (at 3.15pm).
Wednesday, November 11th
At 11am, there will be a two-minute silence in the town centre to mark Armistice Day and reflect on the service of the Armed Forces. Another two-minute silence will follow at Court Fields School at 12 noon.
PHOTOS: A montage of photos from last year’s events.