Remembrance

It's great to see how the village supports  the Poppy Appeal and Remembrance Day.

Our Remembrance Day service is 10 am on Sunday 10th November. We lay a wreath at the Memorial  and we also have a display in our garden - the word HOPE - with different coloured poppy , you may not have seen before. This is what they represent:-

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The red poppy is the most famous symbol used to commemorate those who sacrificed their lives in World War One and the wars that followed. The red poppy represents remembrance and hope and is connected to the Royal British Legion – a charity created by veterans of World War One.

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It is most commonly associated with the commemoration of black, African and Caribbean communities’ contribution to the war effort – as servicemen and servicewomen, and as civilians.

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The WHITE poppy pays tribute to those who died in conflict, but emphasises an ultimate commitment to achieving peace and challenging the way we look at war. This one is the hallmark of the Peace Pledge Union.

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The purple poppy also known as the “Animal poppy” is a memorial tribute remembering the service and sacrifices of all animals, great and small, that subsequently lost their lives in service; as well as honouring and recognising animals within the armed forces who bravely serve and work the frontline today. Animals still continue to play a vital and significant role supporting and helping returning soldiers.