City to Fall Silent for Remembrance Sunday Commemorations
People across Leicester will honor the city’s fallen service men and women this weekend.
Annual Service Details
The annual Service of Remembrance will be held at the Arch of Remembrance in Victoria Park on Sunday, 9 November, starting at 10:45 am.
Significance of This Year’s Service
This year’s service carries special significance, marking 80 years since the end of the Second World War and the 100th anniversary of Leicester’s Arch of Remembrance, unveiled in 1925 to memorialize those lost in the First World War.
Arch Restoration
The Portland stone arch has undergone careful restoration in time for Remembrance Day. Specialist contractors used high-temperature steam to gently clean the stone, and the engraved lettering has been re-gilded with materials that respect the arch's Listed Building status.
Parade and Ceremony
- A parade will begin at De Montfort Hall at 10:40 am, led by the Seaforth Highlanders Pipes and Drums.
- The procession includes members of the armed forces, reservists, veterans, and cadets.
- The parade will move to the Arch of Remembrance, where the service will be led by the Bishop of Loughborough, the Rt Reverend Saju Muthulaly.
A bugler will sound the Last Post, followed by the firing of salutes marking the start of the two-minute silence at 11 am.
Leicester’s Remembrance Sunday brings together the community to pay tribute, reflecting on sacrifices and shared history.