Remembrance Day 2026
Sunday service on the 8th November at the Baldock War Memorial at 11am.
Arrival time to be confirmed.
2nd Baldock stands alongside other local Scout and Guiding groups, community leaders, emergency services, and veterans at the War Memorial, we carry on a tradition that reaches back over a century. Wearing smart uniform and holding our group flags high is a powerful sign of respect—but understanding why we stand in silence makes the moment truly meaningful.
Why Do We Pause to Remember?
Remembrance isn’t just about reading history books or looking at old photos. It is a moment to stop and say “thank you” to ordinary people who were called upon to do extraordinary things.
- The Ultimate Sacrifice: Thousands of brave men and women left their homes—some right here in Baldock—to protect our freedoms, our families, and our way of life. Many never returned.
- Service Above Self: Scouts live by a promise to help other people. The servicemen and women we remember lived that exact principle to the highest degree.
Conflict Is Not Just in the Past
It is easy to think of war as something that only happened in the First and Second World Wars, but conflicts continue around the world today. Modern Armed Forces personnel—Royal Navy, Army, and Royal Air Force—are actively deployed on peacekeeping missions, responding to international crises, and protecting civilians right now.
Many young people today have parents, siblings, or relatives currently serving or who have recently served in overseas conflicts. Remembrance honours everyone who has stepped up to serve, past and present.
The Power of the Poppy & The Royal British Legion
When you pin a red poppy to your uniform, you are supporting the Royal British Legion (RBL). The red poppy grew on the battlefields of Flanders during World War I and became a lasting symbol of memory and hope.
The money raised through the Poppy Appeal directly changes lives today:
- Supporting Veterans: Helping former soldiers adjusting to civilian life, recovering from physical injuries, or coping with mental trauma.
- Caring for Families: Providing financial assistance, housing support, and guidance to spouses and children of service members who were injured or lost their lives.
- Modern Relief: Funding modern recovery centres and community programmes for service personnel affected by recent global conflicts.
Our Duty as Scouts
When the two-minute silence falls across Baldock, we hold our posture and keep our minds focused on those who sacrificed their tomorrows so that we could enjoy our todays.
By wearing our poppies and marching together, 2nd Baldock helps ensure that those who served—whether a hundred years ago or this very morning—will never be forgotten.
A Note of Thanks to All Our Scouting Young People
Finally, the leaders and executive committee of 2nd Baldock would like to express our deepest gratitude to all our young people—Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts—and their families for taking the time to participate in Remembrance events.
Turnout on these solemn occasions requires early mornings, smart uniforms, and dedicated support from parents and carers. Seeing our young members represent 2nd Baldock with such pride, respect, and dignity is immensely appreciated and makes a profound impression on our local community and veterans alike. Thank you for your continued support.
