Remembrance Sunday Services and Parades in Wirral
Wirral will observe a moment of silence this Remembrance Sunday as residents come together to honour those who have fallen, with services held throughout the borough on Sunday, 9 November.
Civic Service Details
The Mayor of Wirral, Councillor Brian Kenny, will lead the Civic Service starting at 10:55 AM at the Cenotaph in Hamilton Square, Birkenhead. A two-minute silence will be observed at 11:00 AM, followed by a traditional Service of Remembrance.
Service Participants
- The Service will be conducted by Reverend Paul Bentley, Vicar of Birkenhead Priory Parish and Rural Dean of Birkenhead.
- Readings and blessings will be given by The Right Reverend Julie Conalty, Bishop of Birkenhead, and Reverend Debbie Wilkinson, Wirral Waters Mission Lead.
- The Mayor will lay a wreath at the Cenotaph on behalf of the people of Wirral.
- Deputy Lieutenant Sue Higginson OBE DL will lay a wreath on behalf of His Majesty The King.
Additional Participants and March
Following the wreath-laying, representatives of Wirral Council, the armed forces, various organizations, and relatives of servicemen lost in recent conflicts will participate. At the conclusion of the service, the Mayor and Deputy Lieutenant will take the salute at the march past, led by the 107 Field Squadron, Royal Engineers.
Public Participation
After the parade leaves Hamilton Square, members of the public are invited to place their own tributes on the Cenotaph.
Service Sheet Access
A copy of the service sheet for the Birkenhead event is available for download from the Council website.
"Wirral will fall silent this Remembrance Sunday as residents gather to honour the fallen at services taking place across the borough."
Summary: Wirral residents will honor fallen servicemen on Remembrance Sunday with a Civic Service, wreath-laying, and a march led by Royal Engineers, followed by public tributes at the Cenotaph.