Barnstaple looks ahead to Remembrance services in the town this week

Barnstaple Town Council is inviting people in the town to attend two special services of remembrance at Rock Park War Memorial this Friday and Sunday, to honour those who have served.

This Remembrance Sunday (November 9), the annual Remembrance Parade and Service will take place at the memorial from 10.30am.

Councillors, dignitaries, and representatives from local organisations will join the parade and take part in the service, which includes wreath laying and a period of reflection in honour of those who sacrificed for our freedom.

Above: The annual Remembrance Sunday parade in Barnstaple will take place this Sunday, November 9. Credit: BTC

All are warmly encouraged to attend the service to pay their respects and remember the fallen.

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Local schools, children and community groups are also invited to join the Children’s Remembrance Service, a special service at Rock Park War Memorial on Friday (November 7), from 10.30am.

Above: The Children’s Remembrance Service at Rock Park is this Friday, November 7. Credit: Tom Teegan

This event offers young people an opportunity to reflect on the importance of remembrance.

The Mayor of Barnstaple, Councillor Janet Coates, said: “Remembrance is a time for us all to pause and reflect on the bravery, sacrifice and service of those who came before us and those who continue to serve today.”