Remembrance Day holds a special place in the life of Round Table Great Britain and Ireland. It is a time to honour the men and women who served, sacrificed, and in many cases gave their lives in the defence of peace and freedom. The observance carries strong meaning within RTBI, as the organisation has always been rooted in community service, fellowship, and civic responsibility. Many members of RTBI have served in the armed forces themselves, while others have close family or community ties to those who did. Coming together on Remembrance Day reflects both gratitude and a shared commitment to ensuring that the lessons of history are never forgotten.
RTBI contributes to Remembrance in several meaningful ways, which reflect RTBI’s dedication to service, remembrance, and to honouring the legacy of those who came before.
Poppy Appeal
In the run-up to Remembrance Day, members of RTBI volunteer their time to man Poppy Appeal stands, supporting the annual fundraising campaign that helps the Royal British Legion🔗 provide care for veterans and their families.
This involvement is organised locally, with members staffing stands in town centres, supermarkets, and community spaces, contributing many hours of volunteer support each year to help ensure the continued work of the Legion.
National Memorial Arboretum
RTBI also takes part in an annual act of remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum in Lichfield. Representatives from Round Table, 41 Club, Ladies Circle, and Tangent come together with local members for a service organised with the support ofRTBI 250 Lichfield and Lichfield 41 Club. The gathering honours all members of the Round Table family who have served to protect freedom and liberty, past and present. Wreaths are laid and trees are planted as lasting symbols of respect and remembrance.
Cenotaph on Remembrance Sunday
On Remembrance Sunday (the Sunday nearest to 11 November), representatives of RTBI take part in the national parade at the Cenotaph in London. Along with Club41, Ladies Circle and Tangent,
members march in procession alongside other civic and service organisations, laying a wreath on behalf of the Association to honour those who gave their lives. At 11 am, a two-minute silence is held.
Participants usually form up on Horse Guards Parade, then march out onto Whitehall, pass the Cenotaph to lay wreaths or salute, and then continue down Whitehall toward Parliament Street before dispersing near Great George Street. Once the event is over, the attendees meet up and reflect on the day’s importance at The Round Table Pub.
Other Actions
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- Installing poppies on poles in the community. (RTBI 1292 Todwick and Anston)
- Other acts of remembrance. (RTBI 80 Carmarthen)
- Special RTBI-Poppy Appeal pins.
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