Melksham will remember the service and sacrifice of the armed forces at the town’s annual Remembrance commemoration on Sunday 9th November.
The day will begin with an Annual Service of Remembrance at St Michael’s Church from 10am to 10.45am, before the town gathers to honour the fallen at the War Memorial in Canon Square.
The parade will set off from King Street car park at 10.45am and proceed to the War Memorial in Canon Square, where a service will be held, including a two minutes’ silence at 11am and the laying of wreaths.
Following the service, the salute will be taken at the Market Place, with local dignitaries and representatives of the armed forces in attendance.
All ex-service personnel and serving members of HM Forces are welcome to join the parade.
Participants are asked to contact Parade Commander Flight Lieutenant Darren Gerrish, 2385 (Melksham) Squadron Air Training Corps, at oc.2385@rafac.mod.gov.uk to confirm their place.
Light refreshments will be provided for parade members at Melksham Assembly Hall from 11.45am.
In addition, on Tuesday 11th November (Armistice Day), a two-minute silence will be observed at 11am at the War Memorial in Canon Square and the Avon Memorial in Queen Mary Gardens.
Everyone is welcome to join on either or both days, taking a moment to reflect and remember alongside veterans, community organisations, and civic leaders.
For further information, including the full order of service, road closures, and revised bus times, please visit the Melksham Town Council website https://www.melksham-tc.gov.uk/whats- on/remembrance-sunday-2025/
