Congleton Town Council has confirmed plans for Remembrance Sunday.

Residents are invited to gather at the Cenotaph on Lawton Street on Sunday, November 9, to honour those who have given their lives in service to our country.

A parade will make its way through the town, arriving at the monument shortly before 11am ahead of a two-minute silence and service.

Congleton Town Mayor, councillor Robert Brittain, said: "Every year the event seems to grow, and as Congleton continues to develop, it is vital that our strong sense of community spirit and tradition continues to flourish.

"It makes me extremely proud to see the show of support for Remembrance Sunday in Congleton.

"We are also delighted to welcome back 24 representatives from the Princess Irene Brigade, who are travelling from Holland to take part in the event."

Remembrance Sunday falls on November 9 this year (Credit: CTC)

Parade route

The parade will form at West Street Car Park from 10am, ready to depart at 10.30am.

It will be led by Parade Marshal and Master of Ceremonies Steve Evans from the Royal British Legion.

The parade will follow the traditional route along West Street, Swan Bank, through the pedestrian area, High Street, Market Square, and Bank Street, arriving at the Cenotaph at approximately 10.50am.

At 11am, a two-minute silence will be observed, followed by a service conducted by Revd. Ian Enticott, Rector of All Saints Congleton, which will include the laying of poppy wreaths.

After the Last Post, all wreath bearers should proceed to the front of the Cenotaph. This act of remembrance will be accompanied by the Piper's Lament.

The parade will arrive at the Cenotaph shortly before 11am on Sunday, November 9 (Credit: CTC)

Road closures

To allow the parade to march safely to the Cenotaph, there will be temporary 15 minute rolling road closures between 10.30am and 10.50am on West Street, Swan Bank, Mill Street, Moody Street and Market Street.

Full road closures will be in place on High Street, Canal Street, Kinsey Street, Bank Street and Market Square from 10am-12.30pm.

Motorists are advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

Armistice Day

On Tuesday, November 11, the Congleton community is invited to gather at the Cenotaph from 10.45am for a short service of remembrance.

At 11am, the town will pause for a two-minute silence to honour and reflect on the service and sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces.