The Town Council has again been working in partnership with the Royal British Legion and local groups to coordinate this year’s act of remembrance in Edenbridge on Sunday 9 November.
At 10.30am there will be a march from Leathermarket car park to the old War Memorial Hospital (with road closure), followed by a wreath-laying service at 11.00am.
The whole community is invited to join, but please be advised that there will be no parking available at the old hospital site. Instead, you should park in the town. Parking is also available at the Cricket Club pavilion parking area, Blossoms Park. Those who need to travel by car should arrive to park by 10.15am to avoid the road closure.
Road closure will be in force 10.15 am to midday (from Church Street, High Street, Mill Hill to just past the hospital; and includes the Hever Road junction).
Help with transportation
A Scouts minibus will follow the parade and lead on the way back, with limited seats available for those with walking mobility issues. If you would like to book a place on the minibus, please do so in advance using the transportation booking form.
Remembrance schedule
Morning
10.15am: Arrive at Leathermarket car park to join the parade
10.30am: Scouts lead march to old War Memorial Hospital
10.45am: Arrive at War Memorial Hospital, and gather around memorial for opening prayers
10.55am Open prayers
11.00am: Last Post and two-minute Silence followed by wreath-laying, and National Anthem
11.20am: March back to the Leathermarket car park
Afternoon
2.30pm: Service of Remembrance at St Peter and St Paul’s Church. Music by Edenbridge Town Band.
There will also be a cascade of poppies on display at Stangrove Park.
Working in partnership
Thank you to all the organisations and volunteers that are helping to make this possible including the Royal British Legion, Edenbridge Scouts, Brownies and Girlguides, St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Edenbridge Town Band, Edenbridge Town Councillors, Kent Police, NEDRA, ECCA and Sevenoaks District Council.
