Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day 2025
On the 9th and 11th of November, Westminster City Council will honor and reflect on the sacrifices made by veterans and service personnel.
Support for the 2025 Poppy Appeal
In the lead-up to Remembrance Day, The Lord Mayor of Westminster, Cllr Paul Dimoldenberg, joined volunteers from the Royal British Legion at Marylebone Station to support the 2025 Poppy Appeal. He expressed gratitude by awarding volunteers with long service awards for their ongoing dedication.
The Lord Mayor of Westminster, Cllr Paul Dimoldenberg said:
"As first citizen, it will be a huge privilege to represent the people of Westminster at Westminster Abbey on Sunday. In the lead up to Remembrance Day, I have attended a variety of events and was moved on each occasion by the feeling of everyone there. From veterans to young cadets, there is a shared sense of thanks and obligation to those who gave their lives in past conflicts and give us our freedoms."
Wreath Laying Ceremony
On Tuesday, wreaths will be laid outside Westminster City Hall and across the country just before 11 a.m. to mark the moment the guns fell silent. This serves as a powerful public act to remember historic conflicts and recognize former service personnel living with physical and mental scars.
Key Event Highlights
- Reflection on sacrifices of veterans and service members on 9th and 11th November.
- Volunteers recognized with long service awards for the Poppy Appeal.
- Shared sense of gratitude among veterans and young cadets.
- Wreath laying at 11 a.m. to honor the silence marking the end of conflict.
Author’s summary: Westminster City Council will commemorate Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day 2025 with ceremonies honoring veterans' sacrifices and supporting ongoing remembrance efforts.