Sunday 10th November 2024

The memorial, High Street, Colsterworth

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Welcome to the
Colsterworth Festival of Remembrance

Within the village of Colsterworth, we hold an annual Festival of Remembrance at our memorial. Our village comes together to remember those who have fallen within WWI, WWII & recent conflicts.

We welcome all residents from our village and surrounding villages, to come along and show your support.

#CFoR

"At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them."

Festival Timeline

10:30hrs

Congregate at the memorial

The war memorial is located on the High Street, close to the cross roads for the Melton Road.

10:30hrs

10:45hrs

Service

Our remembrance service will commence.

11:00hrs

2 minute silence

We will hold our 2 minute silence to remember those who have fallen.

11:00hrs

11:02hrs

Service & Wreath Laying

Our service continues with readings, followed by laying of wreaths. Please let Debi Heath French know if you are laying a wreath so you can be added to our list which is read out.

11:45hrs

Church Service

This year our church service will be held at the St. John the Baptist Church on the High Street.

11:45hrs

12:15hrs

Drinks and gathering

After the church service you are all welcome to stay for tea & coffee or attend the White Lion, where all helpers will be greeted with a glass of port. It is a fantastic way to get together and celebrate this special event.

15:00-16:00hrs

War Memorial Restoration Draw

Drawn in the White Lion, a hamper rasing funds with all proceeds going towards the restoration of our beloved War Memorial.

15:00-16:00hrs

Colsterworth War Memorial
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St John The Baptist Colsterworth
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White Lion Colsterworth
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