Guildford marks Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday with moving tributes

Residents and visitors gathered on Guildford High Street on 11 November to commemorate Armistice Day and honour the men and women who lost their lives in two World Wars and other conflicts.

A short ceremony took place outside the Guildhall

• A bugler from the Friary Brass Band sounded the Last Post.
• We held the two-minute silence.

After the ceremony, Cllr Howard Smith, The Mayor of Guildford said:

"My father served in World War Two, so Remembrance is deeply important to me and my family. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. With so few veterans from that era still with us, it's vital we keep the tradition of Remembrance alive and share its significance with younger generations."

Remembrance Sunday

Crowds lined the streets to watch the parade to the Castle Grounds. 

• Veterans and cadets led the military procession.
• Col. (Retd) Patrick Crowley MA MBE DL, the Mayor of Guildford, councillors, and dignitaries joined in the civic procession. 

At the Castle, we all observed the two-minute silence and wreaths were laid at the war memorials.

Guildford's commemorations paid tribute to the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces, honouring:

• those who gave their lives in service
• remembering those still serving today, their families, 
• the emergency services
• all affected by conflict and terrorism.

Published on: 11 November 2025

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