Remembrance Day is a matter of days away, and this year sees a number of Remembrance events taking place across the dates of November 10 and 11, with some taking place even earlier this year.
Across the city and the country as a whole, this important date marks the end of the First World War. It’s also a day to remember all those who fought and died for our nation during conflicts before and after that time.
This year’s Remembrance services include cenotaph and church services, parades, candle-lighting, and more. We’ve compiled a list of some of the services and events taking place across the city this year, below, however it is also worth checking your local community centres, churches, village halls and cenotaph spots, for your local memorials too.
You can find more information on key dates and other Remembrance Services nationally via the Royal British Legion’s official website, where you can also purchase a poppy or other apparel.
Requiem Mass for Remembrance Sunday and annual parade in the city centre
When: Sunday, November 10
Where: Bristol Cathedral, College Green, Colston Avenue
The annual parade will be led by one of Bristol’s military units and will consist of cadet contingents, military units, veterans and related groups, who will assemble on College Green and march to the Cenotaph on Colston Avenue at approximately 10.30am. They will be followed by a mounted police escort and dignitaries from Bristol who collectively make up the Civic Procession.
A two-minute silence will be held at 11am, followed by the laying of wreaths and a short service. The military parade, other contingents, and the Civic Procession, will then return to College Green.
On the evening of Sunday, November 10 (between 3.30 and 5pm) Bristol Cathedral will host a Requiem Mass to remember all those who have died in, or as a result of, war. The Cathedral Choir sings Fauré’s hauntingly beautiful setting of the Requiem. All are welcome.
Bradley Stoke Remembrance Ceremony
When: Sunday, November 10 (beginning from around 10.35am)
Where: Zone H Car Park at the Willow Brook Centre, to the town centre
Local youth groups will parade into the town centre, for a Remembrance service at around 10.45-11.30am.
Staple Hill Parade and service
When: Sunday, November 10 (beginning at 10am)
Where: Page Road, High Street, Broad Street, and Page Park
A parade will form on Page Road by the car park from 10am. The parade will then travel down High Street, onto Broad Street, and into Page Park for the Remembrance service at the War Memorial. Following the service, the parade will march back along the route to Page Community Association, where the bar will be open for refreshments, allowing veterans and service personnel to come together with the rest of the community.
Church of All Saints, Clifton
When: Sunday, November 10 at 10.15am
Where: Gathering outside the church at All Saints’ War Memorial
People are urged to gather outside of the church at All Saints’ War Memorial, where a list of names of those from the parish who lost their lives in the two World Wars will be read. A wreath will be laid at the War Memorial and there will be a two-minute silence. Additional masses will be held at 10am on November 8, 20 and 29.
Arnos Vale Armistice Day
When: November 10 & 11 (separate events)
Where: Arnos Vale Cemetery
On Sunday, November 10, the cemetery will host a war graves tour between 2-3.30pm, with an expert guide will showcase some of the cemetery’s war graves and the stories and sacrifices of the people behind them.
On Monday, November 11, a ceremony will begin at 10.50am with a two-minute silence at 11am. Local organisations will provide readings, while Reverend Pete Slee will read prayers for the fallen, and a wreath laying will take place by representatives of the Armed Forces.
Westbury Memorial, Westbury-on-Trym
When: 10.50am on November 10
Where: From Westbury Hill car park to the memorial
This parade will begin at Westbury Hill car park and will travel to Westbury Memorial, where a service will take place.
St Luke’s Brislington
When: Sunday, November 10 (9.30am to 12.30pm)
Where: St Luke’s Brislington, BS4 5BE
The congregation of St Luke’s Church will pay tribute to those from the local community who gave their lives in the First and Second World wars, and those who continue to serve in armed forces around the world.
Bristol Chamber Choir – Remembrance Sunday Concert
When: Sunday, November 10 from 5pm
Where: The Chapel at St Monica’s Trust, BS9 3UN
The Bristol Chamber Choir, conducted by Dr David Bednall, will perform as part of a Remembrance Sunday concert. The free event will feature Howells’ Requiem and music by Finzi, Stanford, Brahms and Byrd.
Remembrance Sunday Service at Knowle Methodist Church
When: Sunday, November 10 (10.15-11.45am)
Where: Methodist Church, Knowle
A Sunday Remembrance service will take place at the church, running from 10.15-11.45am.
Remembrance Service in Dundry
When: Sunday, November 10 (10.40-11.40am)
Where: St Michael the Archangel Church, BS41 8LH
This Remembrance Service at St Michael the Archangel Church will include hymns and prayers, and will last for one hour.
Remembrance Day Service – Thornbury Benefice
When: Sunday, November 10 (10.30-11.30am)
Where: St Mary the Virgin Church, Castle Street, Thornbury, BS35 1HQ
The Royal British Legion, local Scouts and Guides, Cadet services and other local services will join in the Remembrance Day Service in Thornbury, with a minute of silence at 11am.
Norman Scott Park, Coniston Road, Patchway
When: 10am on Sunday, November 17
Where: Norman Scott Park, Coniston Road, Patchway
A march will be held from The Parade to Scott Park, culminating with a ceremony at the War Memorial.
Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury
When: Sunday, November 10 from 3pm
Where: Chipping Sodbury’s War Memorial
A parade will take place from Broad Street to the town’s War Memorial, with services held at the churches in Sodbury Vale Benefice.