Remembering our fallen heroes: all you need to know about Remembrance Sunday plans

As the city of Manchester prepares to mark Remembrance Sunday on November 10th, 2024, its residents are ready to unite in a solemn ceremony to honour and remember those who sacrificed their lives in past conflicts.

Ahead of the 11am two minutes silence, a procession of veterans, military personnel and cadets will begin their march from John Dalton Street to the Cenotaph in St Peter’s Square at 10.25am, led by the Lancashire Artillery Volunteers Band and the Greater Manchester Police Band.

The Civic procession will depart from Mount Street at 10.40am for the Cenotaph, led by the Scots Guards Association Pipe Band.

Remembrance Sunday 2024

Civic dignitaries, servicemen and women, service and ex-service organisations, faith leaders, emergency services and other uniformed organisations will be invited to pay their respects at the Cenotaph in St. Peter’s Square along with members of the public.

The service and two-minute silence will be held at 11am. The firing of a maroon* will mark the beginning and ending of the silence.

Traditional wreaths will be laid by the Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester on behalf of His Majesty The King; The Lord Mayor of Manchester on behalf of the City; Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force; Reserve Forces represented by 103rd Regiment Royal Artillery; The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment and 206 (NW) MMR; Royal British Legion on behalf of ex-service men and women; Manchester Consular Association on behalf of Commonwealth Allies; Greater Manchester Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and Young Faith Representatives.

St Peter’s Square Cenotaph

The Cenotaph in St. Peter’s Square will witness a gathering of civic dignitaries, servicemen and women, service and ex-service organisations, faith leaders, emergency services, and other uniformed groups, who will unite with the public to remember and reflect.

The traditional two-minute silence, a poignant moment in the proceedings, will be heralded by the firing of a 105mm gun, paying homage to the fallen heroes of the city.

Laying of the Wreaths

The service and two-minute silence will be held at 11am. The firing of a maroon* will mark the beginning and ending of the silence.

Traditional wreaths will be laid by the Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester on behalf of His Majesty The King; The Lord Mayor of Manchester on behalf of the City; Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force; Reserve Forces represented by 103rd Regiment Royal Artillery; The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment and 206 (NW) MMR; Royal British Legion on behalf of ex-service men and women; Manchester Consular Association on behalf of Commonwealth Allies; Greater Manchester Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and Young Faith Representatives.

At the end of the Service there will be a short march to Peter Street across St Peter’s Square.

Crowd control barriers will be removed at the end of the Service to allow members of the public the opportunity to place their tributes around the memorial.

Live steam of the event

For those who cannot attend in person, there will be an opportunity to view livestream on the day from The Exhortation, The Last Post and two-minute silence here.

Road closures in effect

To ensure the safety and security of all attendees, a series of road closures will be in effect between 7 am and 1 pm on the day.

For more information and details regarding road closures, please click here

As Manchester readies itself for Remembrance Sunday, the entire community stands together, showing that their respect and gratitude for the fallen.

Remembrance Sunday 2024

When? Sunday 10th November 2024

Where? City centre: Manchester Cenotaph, St Peter’s Square, M2 4EG,

Time? 10:25am – 12pm

Cost? Free