Remembrance honours those who serve to defend our democratic freedoms and way of life. We unite across faiths, cultures and backgrounds to remember the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community from Britain and the commonwealth.

The red poppy is a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future.

Poppies are worn as a show of support for the Armed Forces community. 

The poppy is a well-known and well-established symbol, one that carries a wealth of history and meaning with it. Wearing a poppy is still a very personal choice, reflecting individual experiences and personal memories. It is never compulsory but is greatly appreciated by those who it is intended to support.

Click the links below to find out more information about Remembrance Day, The Poppy Appeal and the work that the Royal British Legion undertake:

What is Remembrance?

Your act of Remembrance

Virtual Field of Remembrance

About the poppy

11 things you might not know about the poppy