Laying of the First Poppy and Remembrance Sunday Parade in Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough will honor those who fought in global conflicts and gave their lives. Elected Mayor Chris Cooke will lay the First Poppy at the Cenotaph on Linthorpe Road at 10:45 AM on Thursday, November 6.

Local school pupils are invited to place poppy crosses on the Field of Remembrance.

Remembrance Sunday Parade & Service

The parade and service will take place on Sunday, November 9, with the Mayor and other civic leaders attending. The parade begins at 10:30 AM and marches to The Cenotaph for the service, concluding around 12:30 PM.

For those who cannot attend, the service will be live-streamed on the Council's Facebook page.

Armistice Day Service

On Tuesday, November 11, an Armistice Day service will be held at The Cenotaph starting at 10:45 AM, including a two-minute silence.

Reverend David Goodhew, Vicar of St Barnabas Church, will lead the services.

Councillor Linda Lewis, Middlesbrough Council’s Armed Forces Champion, said: “Remembrance has never been more important and is our acknowledgement of the selfless sacrifice of others to preserve and protect the freedoms we all enjoy today."

Summary: Middlesbrough holds ceremonies including the First Poppy laying, a parade, and Armistice Day service to honor those who sacrificed for freedom, led by civic officials and local community members.

Middlesbrough Council — 2025-10-31