We welcome all people in Ely to join us at the Cathedral on Sunday 13th November 2022 for a spectacular and very moving service, as well as a march through town, parade and Act of Remembrance in the Market Square.
This year we are hoping to begin with the short march from The Porta Gate, down The Gallery and to the Cathedral which will set off at 1000hrs which is subject to fair weather. Should weather conditions prevent this part of the day, all will report to Ely Cathedral for the Service.
The Royal British Legion, City of Ely Military Band, Standards and marching contingents are to take their places within the Cathedral at approx. 1015hrs ahead of the Remembrance Service in the Cathedral at 1030hrs which will include a 2 minutes silence at 1100hrs and spectacular Poppy fall from the Lantern Tower.
At approximately 1115hrs, the City of Ely Military Band, Standards and marching contingents will parade from Ely Cathedral via The Gallery, Minster Place, High Street to the Market Place for the wreath laying service at the Ely War Memorial concluding with a further 2 minutes silence followed by a March Past the War Memorial to take the Salute from the attending Dignitary.
Road Closures for the Parade will be:
0950hrs – 1130hrs – The Gallery, from The Porta – Shut until Parade clears into High Street.
1015hrs to approx. 1330hrs – High Street closed
1115hrs to approx. 1330hrs – Forehill closed.
As ever our friends at the Ely Standard will be reporting on it and Spotted in Ely will be live streaming the event for those who cannot attend. We also thank Ian and Lisa’s Star Roadshow who will be providing the audio equipment on the day and Kevin Evans and the Neighbourhood watch team.
Armistice Service – Friday 11th November 2022
At approximately 1050hrs on Friday 11th November 2022 there will be a short Service to commemorate the signing of the Armistice on 11th November 1918. The Service will include the laying of wreaths by the Mayor, ECDC Chairman and President of the City of Ely Royal British Legion Branch.
Please be aware that the following road closure will be in place:
1015hrs to approx. 1130hrs – High Street closed.
Press release from Visit Ely
Photo credit: Spotted in Ely
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