Inverness Pays Tribute on Remembrance Sunday
Communities across Inverness will honor those who died in conflict with Remembrance events this weekend. Hundreds are expected at the city’s main parade and service at Cavell Gardens war memorial.
Remembrance Events Across the Region
People will also gather in towns and villages at local war memorials to solemnly remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
- Veterans affected by sight loss will assemble at Inverness War Memorial.
- Communities in Inverness will observe silent ceremonies in respectful remembrance.
- A story highlights why some wear a poppy badge made from a World War I battlefield shell.
Details of Sunday’s Parade and Service
The Inverness parade, led by the Royal British Legion Scotland (RBLS), veterans, cadets, youth groups, politicians, and civic leaders, will form in Huntly Street at 2:20 pm. This year, it features motorcyclists from the Highland Riders’ Branch of the RBLS.
The procession will cross the River Ness to the war memorial for the Remembrance service starting at 3 pm. It will include a two-minute silence, wreath-laying, and readings by Charleston Academy pupils.
“Sunday’s parade in Inverness will include members of the Royal British Legion Scotland, veterans, cadet organisations, young people, politicians, and civic leaders, forming at Huntly Street at 2.20pm.”
“The service will begin at 3pm with a two-minute silence, wreath-laying, and readings by pupils of Charleston Academy.”
Author’s summary: Inverness communities gather solemnly on Remembrance Sunday, combining tradition and local participation to honor those who sacrificed their lives for the nation.