Remembrance Day Ceremony in Spelthorne
Spelthorne Borough Council will hold a Service of Remembrance on Tuesday, 11 November, outside the Council Offices in Knowle Green, Staines-upon-Thames. The event honors those who sacrificed their lives serving their country.
Event Details
- The service starts at 10:45 am.
- All community members are warmly invited to attend.
Significance of This Year’s Ceremony
This year's ceremony is especially meaningful, marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, which signify the conclusion of the Second World War.
Memorial Tribute
Before the event, 429 memorial crosses will be displayed outside the Council Offices. They represent the men and women from Spelthorne who died during World War II.
Research and Compilation
The names on the crosses were gathered by local military historian Phil Webb and his wife, Eileen Webb, in collaboration with Spelthorne Museum.
"Inspired by the museum’s publication Spelthorne Remembered WW1, which documented local casualties of the First World War, Phil and Eileen aimed to honor those who fell in the Second World War as well."
Their research utilized Spelthorne Museum archives, records from local churches and war memorials, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, and Middlesex Chronicle copies held by the museum.
Contact for Feedback
The council welcomes feedback on the event experience, which can be emailed to [email protected].
"We would like to receive any feedback on your experience, please email [email protected]."
Summary: Spelthorne’s Remembrance Day honors local World War II heroes with an 80th anniversary ceremony featuring memorial crosses and community participation.