On Sunday 8 November 2026, members of Kirk Ella & West Ella Parish Council joined residents at St Andrew’s Church, Kirk Ella, for the annual Remembrance Sunday service.

The Council was represented by Cllr Steve Richardson, Cllr John Bailey and Cllr Charles Milner (Chairman). On behalf of the Council and the residents of both villages, they laid a wreath to honour the men and women from our community and beyond who gave their lives in service of their country.

Margaret Raymond, former Chair of the Parish Council, also attended. The Council was pleased to see her there, and this was a fitting reminder of how much this occasion matters to everyone who has served the parish.

Remembrance Sunday brings people together to reflect on the sacrifices made in the two World Wars and in conflicts since. It is also a time to recognise the service of those in the armed forces today. Laying a wreath on behalf of the whole community is something the Council considers an honour and a duty.

The Council would like to thank St Andrew’s Church for leading such a thoughtful and dignified service. We also thank everyone from Kirk Ella and West Ella who came along to pay their respects.

We will remember them.