Remembrance Sunday Parade & Service
10.30 am to 11.30 amSouthend will once again come together this Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day to honour those who sacrificed their lives during the two World Wars and in conflicts since.
Sunday’s parade will assemble at Prittlewell Square from 10.15am before proceeding along Clifftown Parade to the Southend Cenotaph at 10.40am, where the Service of Remembrance will begin at 11am, including the national two-minute silence.
Wreaths will then be laid by civic dignitaries, armed forces representatives, veterans, faith leaders, and community organisations. Members of the public wishing to lay a wreath will also be invited to come forward during the service.
On Armistice Day (Tuesday 11 November), the Mayor will lead the city in the national two-minute silence at 11am at Victoria Circus, where residents are invited to gather in remembrance of those who gave their lives in service.
Earlier this autumn, Southend-on-Sea City Council was awarded the Silver Award by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, recognising the council’s ongoing commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Covenant and ensuring that those who serve, have served, and their families are welcomed and supported in Southend.
Temporary road closures will be in effect around the Cenotaph area on Sunday to accommodate the parade and service, with clear signage and parking restrictions in place.
As part of the commemorations, a Royal Artillery gun will be positioned in Southend Cliff Gardens, opposite Wilson Road, with ceremonial gun salutes at 11am and 11.02am