Ashington to be Represented at North East Field of Remembrance
Ashington Town Council is proud to announce its participation in the North East Field of Remembrance, following an invitation from Malcolm Barnes, County Chairman of the Northumbria Royal British Legion earlier in the year.
Mr Barnes has called upon Armed Forces Champions across the North East to encourage their council areas to contribute to this significant memorial, asking communities to create remembrance tributes that will put their towns and villages "on the map."
Community Collaboration Creates Beautiful Tribute
Ashington Town Council has worked in partnership with Ashington Women's Institute and the RBL Ashington Branch to create a stunning poppy wreath that will represent our town at this important event.
The project has been coordinated by Sharon Parmley, Engagement and Events Officer at Ashington Town Council, with the wreath frame built by Mark Air, Neighbourhood Services Officer. Members of Ashington Women's Institute have lovingly knitted and added poppies to the frame, donating their time and materials by members and friends, demonstrating the true spirit of community collaboration.
Event Details
Field Planting: Thursday, 31st October 2025
Remembrance Service: Saturday, 1st November 2025 at 10:30am
Location: Saltwell Park
The field will remain open for public viewing for two weeks following the service, allowing visitors to pay their respects and see the tributes from communities across the North East.
All members of the public are warmly invited to attend the Remembrance service. Members of Ashington Women's Institute will be attending, and anyone from Ashington wishing to join them should arrive at Saltwell Park for 10:30am on Saturday, 1st November.
This collaborative effort showcases Ashington's commitment to honouring those who have served and continues our town's proud tradition of remembrance.
Photos of the construction of the poppy wreath & the beautiful popply display at Saltwell Park.
Field of Remembrance Poppy Wreath
