We’re commemorating the centenary of the start of World War One with a series of special events this weekend. Starting this afternoon, we welcome the former Royal Navy coastal defence boat, HMS Medusa, to Poole Quay. Built over 70 years ago in Poole, HMS Medusa took part in the D-Day landings, and was keen to be in its home town of Poole for the commemorations. On Sunday 3 August, everyone is invited to join the Mayor for a Civic Service at St James Church in Church Street, Poole starting at 4pm. Following the service, servicemen, ex servicemen and uniform groups, including crew from HMS Medusa, will accompany the Mayor in a parade from St James Church, down Thames Street to the Guildhall. On Monday 4 August, everyone is invited to a special LIGHTS OUT event being held at the Poole Park War Memorial at 10pm. Images related to WW1 will light up the memorial as recorded readings of WW1 poems and letters, read out by local people, will complete this poignant and moving tribute. We hope you are able to join us as Poole reflects on this historic and world changing event. goo.gl/3E3mzc
Posted on: Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:30:41 +0000