Thousands of Handmade Poppies Adorn the West Midlands for Remembrance Day
The West Midlands is marking Armistice Day with stunning displays of knitted and crocheted poppies appearing at landmarks across the region.
Over recent months, volunteers have dedicated countless hours to crafting thousands of red poppies, which now form eye-catching installations symbolising remembrance and hope. Community groups, schools, and church volunteers have all played a role in creating the displays. At some churches, as many as 8,000 poppies can be seen cascading down their towers.
In Stoke-on-Trent, the Spitfire Gallery at the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery has been decorated with thousands of crocheted poppies made by local craft groups. Meanwhile, in Ludlow, the community has joined forces to create a display adorning the town’s Georgian House.
Across the West Midlands, Services of Remembrance have been held to honour those who gave their lives in conflict. Many more gatherings are planned for Tuesday, the actual anniversary of the end of World War One.
What You Need to Know
- Remembrance Day is observed on November 11, marking the end of World War I in 1918.
- The red poppy is the symbol of remembrance, representing sacrifice and hope.
- Communities across the UK create handmade poppy displays to honour fallen soldiers.
- Two minutes of silence are traditionally observed at 11 a.m. to remember the dead.
- The West Midlands plays a significant role in keeping the spirit of remembrance alive through community-led art and commemoration.
