The Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Cambridge will be representing Cambridge at two civic events to mark Remembrance Day on Sunday 8 November. 

Mayor of Cambridge, Cllr Maria Cleminson, will take part in a procession beginning on Station Road just before 11am, the procession will the head towards the war memorial on Hills Road. Upon arrival at the memorial Mayor Cleminson will lay a wreath to commemorate all lives lost by conflict, this will be followed by a service of remembrance which will include representatives of the Armed Forces and the Royal British Legion. 

At the same time, the Deputy Mayor of Cambridge, Cllr Amanda Taylor will be part of a procession towards Great St Mary’s Church and will attend the service of remembrance taking place at the church. 

Both services will pause at 11am to observe the national two-minutes’ silence. Additionally, on Monday 9 November a two-minute silence will be held outside the Guildhall at 11am, accompanied by a speech to commemorate Armistice Day. 

Cllr Maria Cleminson, Mayor of Cambridge said “On Remembrance Day, we come together as a city to remember those who have served our country, those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and the families who have shared their service. 

“This year marks 35 years since the end of the Gulf War and 15 years since the end of operations in Iraq. We remember our brave veterans and those currently serving in our Armed Forces around the world, including those who have served in conflicts and operations in the Falklands, Afghanistan, Korea and the Balkans, as well as those undertaking challenging and dangerous duties today. 

"Remembrance Day began after the First World War, which was described at the time as the “war to end all wars”. Sadly, that hope was not realised. Even today some local veterans and their families do still carry the memories and stories from those early conflicts, reminding us of the terrible human cost of war, both on the battlefield and home front. 

“We should also remember with pride the families, partners, parents and loved ones who stand behind them, sharing in the uncertainty and sacrifice of service. 

“Our Armed Forces, veterans and military families have shown extraordinary courage, commitment and sacrifice, both at home and overseas. They deserve our deepest thanks and respect.”

Roads in the area will be closed on Sunday 8 November between 10am and midday to allow the procession and service to take place. Closures include Hills Road from Brooklands Avenue to Bateman Street and Station Road will be closed from Hills Road to Tenison Road.  

Road closures and timings for Remembrance Sunday can also be found on the City Events website.