Two Stunning Poppy Displays Installed in Loughborough Ahead of Remembrance Sunday
Charnwood is located centrally within the triangle formed by Nottingham, Leicester, and Derby. Over one third of its population of more than 155,000 live in the vibrant university town of Loughborough.
Tribute to Fallen Heroes
Two poignant poppy displays have been set up in Loughborough as the town prepares for Remembrance Sunday. These displays adorn trees in Queen’s Park and on the Forest Road Greenbelt, with approximately 6,500 handmade, knitted poppies on each tree.
The initiative was led by Loughborough in Bloom and the Forest Road Greenbelt Gardeners, supported by volunteers and community members. The trees were decorated ahead of the Remembrance Sunday service at Queen’s Park on 9 November.
Mayor's Remarks
“This is a moving tribute to all those who have served our country and lost their lives in action.
I would like to thank everyone involved with the poppies being knitted and installed onto the trees as they create a real centrepiece ahead this year’s Remembrance Sunday service.”
— Cllr David Northage, Mayor of Charnwood
Comments from Loughborough in Bloom
“Loughborough in Bloom pays its respects each year to those who have served and lost their lives in the armed forces and it is fantastic to be able to dress the trees in poppies once again.”
— Pat Cook, Chair of Loughborough in Bloom
The carefully crafted displays bring the community together in remembrance and reflection during this solemn occasion.
Author’s summary: Two large installations of 6,500 handmade poppies each have been created in Loughborough to honor the fallen ahead of Remembrance Sunday, led by local groups and volunteers.