Guildford marks Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday with moving tributes

Guildford marks Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday with moving tributes

Residents and visitors gathered on Guildford High Street today to commemorate Armistice Day and honour the men and women who lost their lives in two World Wars and other conflicts.

A short ceremony took place outside the Guildhall, where a bugler from the Friary Brass Band sounded the Last Post, followed by a two-minute silence.

After the ceremony, Cllr Howard Smith, The Mayor of Guildford said:

“My father served in World War Two, so Remembrance is deeply important to me and my family. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. With so few veterans from that era still with us, it’s vital we keep the tradition of Remembrance alive and share its significance with younger generations.”

On Remembrance Sunday, crowds lined the streets to watch the parade to the Castle Grounds. Veterans and cadets led the military procession, joined by Col. (Retd) Patrick Crowley MA MBE DL, the Mayor of Guildford, councillors, and dignitaries in the civic procession. At the Castle, the two-minute silence was observed, and wreaths were laid at the war memorials.

Guildford’s commemorations paid tribute to the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces, honouring those who gave their lives in service and remembering those still serving today, their families, the emergency services, and all affected by conflict and terrorism.

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Photos supplied:

Armistice Day in Guildford: The Mayor, local veteran and cadet stand with the Rector of Holy Trinity and St Mary’s in Guildford and Rev’d Corinne Jones, the Mayor’s chaplain with the bugler above.

Remembrance Sunday photo credits: Michelle Presley

Crowds in Castle grounds for Remembrance Sunday 2025.

Remembrance parade at Tunsgate

​ Press contact: Beverley Stonehouse – e-mail Beverley.Stonehouse@guildford.gov.uk