Council Displays Symbolic Red Poppy for Remembrance 2025
Westmorland and Furness Council is proudly displaying the iconic red poppy to mark Remembrance Sunday (9 November) and Armistice Day (11 November). The poppy appears on many council buildings, libraries, care homes, and vehicles as a symbol of remembrance and support for the Armed Forces community.
Tributes Across the Region
- The Union Flag will fly at full mast from town hall buildings in Barrow, Kendal, and Penrith on both days.
- Kendal Town Hall’s clock tower will be lit red, and the building will be illuminated with poppies in partnership with Kendal Town Council.
- Barrow Town Hall will glow with the colours of the Union Jack in honour of those lost in conflict.
Community Commemorations
Various commemorative events and services will take place throughout Westmorland and Furness, providing residents opportunities to pay their respects.
Cllr Vicky Hughes, Cabinet Member for Planning, Active Wellbeing and the Armed Forces, stated: "Remembrance is a time for us all to come together to honour the courage and sacrifices of our Armed Forces. It is an opportunity to reflect on their bravery, remember those we have lost and show our support for those who serve and their families. Their dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Councillors and senior officers will be attending services across Westmorland and Furness to pay our respects."
Summary: Westmorland and Furness Council honors Remembrance 2025 with symbolic poppies, flags, and community events, reflecting on the bravery and sacrifice of the Armed Forces.
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