Crewe’s Remembrance Day Service and Parade attracts record crowds

Thousands of people gathered in Crewe town centre yesterday (Sunday 8 November) for what is believed to be the town’s largest ever Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade, with Memorial Square, Earle Street and sections of the parade route lined by residents paying their respects.

Organised by Crewe Town Council in partnership with the Royal British Legion, the event brought together veterans, cadet organisations, uniformed services, community groups, schools, civic representatives and residents from across the town to remember and honour all those who have served and sacrificed in the defence of our freedoms.

The parade made its way from Lyceum Square to Memorial Square, led by Crewe Brass, before a service led by Revd Jim Britcliffe.

The Mayor of Crewe, Councillor Stuart Mackay, welcomed those attending and delivered a Bible reading during the service.

The Mayor was joined by civic guests including Mrs Susan Sellers DL, Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Cheshire, representing the Lord-Lieutenant of Cheshire, Councillor Dawn Clark representing Cheshire East Council, and Connor Naismith MP. At 11am, Memorial Square fell silent as the Last Post sounded and those gathered observed the Two Minute Silence, before wreaths were laid at the Britannia War Memorial. Around 80 organisations took part in the wreath-laying ceremony, joined by members of the public paying their respects. Music throughout the service was provided by Crewe Brass and The Funky Choir, while the Sea Cadets and Mayor’s Cadets formed part of the parade and civic proceedings.

Councillor Stuart Mackay, Mayor of Crewe, said: “The number of people who came together today was truly remarkable and demonstrates just how important Remembrance Sunday continues to be to our community.

“Seeing generations of residents standing side by side in reflection and remembrance was incredibly moving. The Two Minute Silence remains one of the most powerful moments in our civic calendar and a reminder of the sacrifices made by so many. I would like to thank everyone who attended, took part in the parade, laid wreaths, volunteered or helped organise today’s commemorations. Together, they ensured that those who served and sacrificed were remembered with the dignity and respect they deserve.”

Crewe Town Council would also like to thank the Royal British Legion, Revd Jim Britcliffe, Crewe Brass, The Funky Choir, the Sea Cadets, the Mayor’s Cadets, parade participants, volunteers and everyone who contributed to making the event possible.

See a gallery of pictures from yesterday

https://www.crewetowncouncil.gov.uk/2026/11/remembrance-day-service2026/

Pics by Peter Robinson