This weekend was a special time for South Holland as the community came together to honour those who served during Armistice events across the district. Members of the Royal Naval Association (RNA) Spalding Branch attended a series of commemorative events that were both moving and inspiring:
- Commonwealth Graves Service – Spalding Cemetery, Saturday, 9th November
- Armistice Church Service – Spalding Parish Church, 9:30am on Sunday, 10th November
- Armistice Commemoration March – Mustered in Spalding Town Centre and marched to Ayscoughfee at 10:30am on Sunday, 10th November
- Flag Raising Ceremony – SHDC Offices, 9:30am on Monday, 11th November
- Tree Armistice Service – Springfield, 10:30am on Monday, 11th November
The turnout was tremendous. Seeing the streets lined with people paying their respects was humbling, especially as our RNA members led the parade and were clapped all the way back to the town centre. It was a profound reminder of the gratitude and respect the community holds for the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women.
Thank you to everyone involved in organising these events and to the general public who showed such heartfelt support. Your presence, your applause, and your shared remembrance mean the world to us.
While many military associations in South Holland have closed, the RNA Spalding Branch continues to stand strong. If you’re a veteran, currently serving, or someone who seeks the camaraderie of others who’ve walked the path of service, we warmly invite you to join our branch. Whether as a full member or an associate member, you’ll find friendship, shared stories, and support.
We meet on the second Thursday of every month at the Constitutional Club on Broad Street in Spalding. To learn more, please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.
God Bless,
Rodney Grocock
PR & Recruitment Officer
Email: rodney@rodneygrocock.co.uk