To mark the Centenary of the start of World War I, a ceremony will - TopicsExpress



          

To mark the Centenary of the start of World War I, a ceremony will take place on the Flag Market to commemorate this important moment in time. All lights in Lancastria House, Guild Hall, Town Hall and Harris Museum & Art Gallery will be switched off with the exception of two porch lights at the front and back entrances of the Town Hall as a mark of respect. Surrounding street lights will also be temporarily switched off for the ceremony, which will see a choreographed candlelit vigil by volunteers take place against the backdrop of the newly refurbished Cenotaph. This will be followed by World War I readings of letters and poetry. Almost 2,000 candles will be placed - one for every soldier named on the Roll of Honour. Everyone welcome. Arrive 9:30pm The event will finish at approximately 10:30pm Event details Location: Flag Market, , , PR1 2PP Date: Mon 4 Aug Time: 9:30pm to 10:30pm Cost: free Event contact: Events Preston
Posted on: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 19:51:51 +0000

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