Remembrance Day 2025 in London

Honouring Our Heroes Through Reflection and Service

Remembrance Sunday is one of the most significant dates in the British calendar. It is a time to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served in the Armed Forces from the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.

This day is not about glorifying war; it is about reflection, gratitude, and hope. The red poppy stands as a symbol of remembrance and a commitment to peace. Wearing a poppy is a personal choice, but every one worn represents appreciation for those who gave everything in the service of freedom.

Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey

On 6 November, the Army Cadets joined veterans and families at Westminster Abbey for the Field of Remembrance.

For nearly a century, thousands of poppies have blanketed the Abbey’s grounds in a touching tribute to those who have fallen.

What began in 1928 with a few poppies around a single cross has grown into a powerful national symbol of remembrance. The Cadets assisted in laying tributes, supporting visitors, and paying their respects alongside the wider Armed Forces community.

Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall

Cadets and Adult Volunteers from HQ 160 X proudly supported the Royal British Legion at the Festival of Remembrance, held in the iconic Royal Albert Hall.

This moving event brought the nation together through music, reflection, and unity. Cadets helped welcome guests, assisted with fundraising, and represented their peers across the UK.

This year, Cadet Company Sergeant Major Jones from Clwyd and Gwynedd Army Cadets and Flight Sergeant Davis from St Brigid’s School CCF had the honour of serving as national banner bearers for the Army Cadet Force (ACF) and Combined Cadet Force (CCF) respectively. 

The Cenotaph Service and Parade on Whitehall

On Remembrance Sunday, the Cadets once again donned their uniforms to take part in the solemn Cenotaph Parade on Whitehall.

Alongside veterans, service personnel, and officials, the Cadets honoured those who made the ultimate sacrifice from the First World War to today’s operations. This year, Clwyd & Gwynedd Army Cadets, St Brigid’s School CCF, Myddelton College CCF, and Rydal Penrhos CCF proudly marched past the Cenotaph, laid a wreath, and joined over 7,000 participants in a national moment of remembrance.

Cpl Underhill from Clwyd & Gwynedd Army Cadets, commented “I feel honoured to be able to take part in this year’s National Remembrance Service as it’s such a privilege to be in the parade to help honour those in the past and present who have served our country.”

Through these acts of service, reflection, and remembrance, the Army Cadets continue to embody the values of respect, unity, and dedication — ensuring that the sacrifices of the past are never forgotten.