REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY AND ARMISTICE DAY
Remembrance Sunday, is held on the second Sunday in November to commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in wars and conflicts.
The event overseen by the Harwell Parish Council, supported by the RBL Branch as a joint effort, and comprises of a parade along the High Street to the Village War Memorial, where a service is held including, the two minutes silence and laying of wreaths. This is followed by a service in St. Matthews Church.
The Service Sheet for the High Street Service can be found by clicking here
On Armistice Day itself, 11th November, Legion Members hold a short ceremony at the War Memorial.
Remembrance Sunday Parade and Armistice Day 2024
Remembrance Sunday Parade – 10th November On Sunday 10th November Harwell Village recognised Remembrance with a Parade along the Village High Street to the War Memorial where a Commemorative Service was held. The Parade marched from Townsend to the War Memorial in the High Street,…
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Remembrance Sunday Parade and Armistice Day 2023
Remembrance Sunday - Remembrance Parade On Sunday 12th November Harwell Village recognised the annual Remembrance with a Parade along the Village High Street to the War Memorial where a Commemorative Service was held. In wetter conditions than experienced in recent years, but perhaps more seasonal…
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