Newcastle Civic Centre features in this commemorative image marking Remembrance Sunday on 8 November 2026. The city’s annual parade will begin at 10.30am, travelling through Newcastle city centre to the War Memorial in Old Eldon Square, where a Service of Remembrance and two-minute silence will take place at 11am
Newcastle will come together this weekend to honour the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country, remember those whose lives have been forever changed by war, and pay tribute to those who have served and continue to serve in our Armed Forces. ❤️
Newcastle City Council has confirmed details of this year's Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service, with thousands of people expected to line the streets of Newcastle city centre.
📅 Sunday 8 November 2026
📍 Newcastle City Centre
PARADE DETAILS
⏰ 10.30am – Military Parade
Members of the Armed Forces, veterans and cadets will parade through Newcastle, departing from the Civic Centre.
The parade will follow this route:
📍 Newcastle Civic Centre
⬇️ Percy Street
⬇️ Blackett Street
⬇️ City War Memorial, Old Eldon Square
🌺 11.00am – SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
At 11am, a bugler will sound the Last Post, followed by a two-minute silence.
Newcastle will join communities across the country in remembering those who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars and the conflicts that followed.
The service will provide an opportunity for families, veterans, serving personnel and members of the public to come together in quiet reflection.
❤️ A MESSAGE FROM NEWCASTLE'S LORD MAYOR
Lord Mayor of Newcastle, Councillor Henry Gallagher, has encouraged people from across the city to attend and pay their respects.
He emphasised the importance of coming together in remembrance and ensuring that the service and sacrifices of those who gave so much are never forgotten.
🚗 TRAVELLING INTO NEWCASTLE?
Residents planning to visit the city centre on Sunday morning should allow extra time for their journeys.
Temporary traffic restrictions and disruption may be necessary along the parade route, particularly around the Civic Centre, Percy Street, Blackett Street and Old Eldon Square.
Please check local travel information before setting off.
🏡 GREAT PARK RESIDENTS – EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Whether you have a personal connection to the Armed Forces, wish to remember a loved one, or simply want to show your respect, you're invited to join Newcastle's act of remembrance.
It's also an opportunity for younger generations to learn about the sacrifices made by those who served before us.
🌺 WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.
Lest We Forget. ❤️
📢 Please share with friends, family and neighbours who may wish to attend.
Great Park Gazette
