Remembrance Sunday is an important occasion for communities throughout Walsall, bringing people of all ages together to reflect, remember and show their gratitude.
This year's commemorations include traditional parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, church services and moments of silence at war memorials across the borough.
Remembrance Sunday takes place on Sunday 8 November 2026, with Armistice Day following on Wednesday 11 November.
Here is a guide to the confirmed Remembrance services and parades taking place across the Walsall area.
📍 Barr Beacon War Memorial, Barr Beacon Park, Walsall, WS9 0QR
🕥 Arrive by 10.30am | Ceremony begins at 11am
A special wreath-laying ceremony will take place at Barr Beacon War Memorial, led by the Mercian and Staffordshire Volunteer Regimental Associations, with support from the Barr Beacon Trust.
The ceremony will include a one-minute silence and will be attended by the Mayor of Walsall, veterans, representatives from local schools and other invited guests.
Residents are welcome to attend and pay their respects.
📍 Walsall Cenotaph, Bradford Place, Walsall
🕥 Parade begins at 10.25am | Service at 10.40am | Two-minute silence at 11am
Walsall's main Remembrance Sunday parade will see veterans, military representatives, cadets, uniformed organisations and local dignitaries come together to honour those who have served.
The parade will begin in the Hatherton Road and Hatherton Street area before travelling through the town centre to the Cenotaph in Bradford Place.
The service will be led by Canon Rob Hall and Reader Anita Edwards, with music provided by The Staffordshire Band.
At 11am, those attending will observe the traditional two-minute silence, followed by wreath laying.
The Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Alan Fleming QRM, will lead the borough's tributes.
A sign language interpreter will be available during the service.
📍 Aldridge War Memorial, The Green, Aldridge, WS9 8NH
🕥 Gather from 10am | Parade begins at 10.45am
The Aldridge Remembrance parade will set off from Aldridge Community Centre and make its way to the war memorial on The Green.
The community is invited to gather for the traditional wreath-laying ceremony and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
📍 Bloxwich Cenotaph, High Street, Bloxwich, WS3 3JT
🕥 Parade begins at 10.45am | Silence at 11am
The Bloxwich community will come together for its annual Remembrance parade along the High Street.
Representatives from the Royal British Legion, military organisations and local youth groups, including Scouts, Cubs and Brownies, will take part.
The parade will be followed by a service at the Cenotaph and a moment of silence at 11am.
📍 St James' Church, Brownhills
🕥 Parade begins at approximately 10.30am | Service and silence at 11am
The Brownhills Remembrance parade will leave the Memorial Hall and make its way to St James' Church.
A service of remembrance will take place at 11am, followed by the laying of wreaths.
Local residents are invited to attend and join the community in remembering those who served.
📍 Darlaston War Memorial, Victoria Road, Darlaston, WS10 8AB
🕙 Parade begins at 10am | Service at 10.40am | Silence at 11am
The Darlaston parade will begin in King Street before making its way to the Cenotaph.
A service will take place at 10.40am, followed by a moment of silence at 11am.
A reception is scheduled at Darlaston Town Hall from approximately 11.30am.
📍 Moxley War Memorial, junction of Moxley Road and High Street
🕥 Service begins at 10.30am | Silence at 11am
Residents in Moxley are invited to attend a service and wreath-laying ceremony at the local Cenotaph.
The commemoration will include a moment of silence at 11am.
📍 Pelsall War Memorial, junction of Norton Road and Station Road, Pelsall
🕥 Parade begins at 10.40am | Service at 10.50am
Pelsall's annual Remembrance parade will begin in the village centre and travel along the High Street to the war memorial.
A service will follow at 10.50am, bringing the community together to remember those who lost their lives in conflict.
📍 Rushall War Memorial, outside Rushall Hub
🕥 Service begins at approximately 10.45am | Silence at 11am
The Rushall community will gather near the junction of Pelsall Lane and Lichfield Road before coming together around the memorial stone outside Rushall Hub.
The service will include a moment of silence at 11am, followed by the laying of wreaths.
📍 Short Heath Cenotaph, High Road, Willenhall, WV12 4JT
🕥 Gather from 10am | Parade begins at 10.30am | Silence at 11am
The Short Heath Remembrance parade will leave the Royal British Legion Club on Church Road and make its way to the Cenotaph.
Following the service and moment of silence, the parade will return to the Royal British Legion Club, where refreshments will be available.
Members of the local community are welcome to join.
📍 All Saints Church, Foley Road East, Streetly, B74 3EX
🕥 Service begins at 10.30am | Silence at 11am
Streetly residents are invited to gather at All Saints Church for a Remembrance service.
Local uniformed youth organisations, including Scouts, Guides, Brownies and other groups, will take part in a parade following the service.
Refreshments will be served in the church hall.
📍 St John's Church, High Street, Walsall Wood
🕑 Assemble at 1.45pm | Parade begins at 2.15pm
Walsall Wood will hold its Remembrance commemorations during the afternoon.
The parade will make its way along the High Street to St John's Church, where a short service will take place.
This later service provides another opportunity for residents to come together and pay their respects.
📍 Willenhall Cenotaph, Field Street, Willenhall
🕥 Parade begins at 10.30am | Silence at 11am
Willenhall's Remembrance parade will begin in the Market Place, accompanied by veterans and a brass band.
The procession will travel through Stafford Street to the Cenotaph in Field Street for a service, wreath laying and a moment of silence at 11am.
A further wreath-laying ceremony will take place at the smaller memorial in Portobello, near the junction of Somerford Place and The Keyway.
Armistice Day marks the anniversary of the end of the First World War in 1918.
At 11am on Wednesday 11 November 2026, people across Walsall are encouraged to observe the traditional two-minute silence in remembrance of those who have lost their lives in conflict.
Whether at work, school, home or out in the community, it is an opportunity to pause, reflect and remember.
Residents attending local Remembrance Sunday events are encouraged to arrive early, particularly where parades and road closures are taking place.
Temporary road closures and traffic restrictions are expected across several areas of Walsall on Sunday 8 November, including the town centre, Aldridge, Bloxwich, Brownhills, Darlaston, Pelsall, Streetly and Willenhall.
Walsall town centre road closures are expected between approximately 9.30am and 12.30pm, while Walsall Wood's afternoon arrangements may affect traffic later in the day.
Visitors should allow additional travelling time and follow any local diversions.
Remembrance Sunday is a time for reflection, gratitude and community.
Across Walsall, families, veterans, serving personnel, young people and residents will stand together to remember those who gave so much for the freedoms enjoyed today.
Everyone is encouraged to support their local Remembrance service where possible and take a moment to honour those who served.
Lest We Forget.
Please note: All dates, times and locations are based on information published by Walsall Council for Remembrance 2026. Arrangements may be subject to change. Residents are advised to check the latest official information before attending.