Two stunning poppy displays installed in Loughborough ahead of Remembrance Sunday

Two Stunning Poppy Displays Installed in Loughborough Ahead of Remembrance Sunday

Charnwood is centrally located within the triangle formed by Nottingham, Leicester, and Derby. Over one third of its population of more than 155,000 residents live in the vibrant university town of Loughborough.

As Loughborough prepares for Remembrance Sunday, two poignant poppy displays have been set up. These displays are located on trees in Queen’s Park and along the Forest Road Greenbelt, with each tree adorned by approximately 6,500 handmade, knitted poppies.

The initiative was organized by Loughborough in Bloom and the Forest Road Greenbelt Gardeners, supported by several volunteering groups and individuals. The trees were dressed in time for the Remembrance Sunday service, which will take place in Queen’s Park on Sunday, 9 November.

Community Leaders Praise the Tribute

“This is a moving tribute to all those who have served our country and lost their lives in action,” said the Mayor of Charnwood, Cllr David Northage. “I would like to thank everyone involved with the poppies being knitted and installed onto the trees as they create a real centre piece ahead of this year’s Remembrance Sunday service.”

Pat Cook, chair of Loughborough in Bloom, added: “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.”

Event Details

Location: Trees in Queen’s Park and Forest Road Greenbelt, Loughborough
Number of poppies per tree: Approximately 6,500 handmade knitted poppies
Date of Remembrance Sunday service: Sunday, 9 November 2025

Author’s summary: Loughborough honors its fallen heroes with two impressive knitted poppy installations, uniting the community in remembrance ahead of the annual Sunday service.

Charnwood Borough Council — 2025-11-04