REMEMBRANCE DAY LUNCH

Brigg is to mark the 65th anniversary of the end of World War Two in style on Remembrance Day - Sunday, November 14.
Following the Remembrance Parade, Town councillors are inviting residents to join them "for a friendly afternoon of entertainment" at the Angel Suite. Town Mayor Coun Ben Nobbs will host this special event.
The Town Council says: "You will be welcomed to a warming lunch of filling 1940s fayre - stew and dumplings, crumble and custard (vegetarian option available). The room décor will be staged like a traditional street party. Sit back and enjoy music from The Kings of Swing. Sing Along to The Hits from the Blitz. We may be lucky enough to see a dancing display. Our own bar facilities will be available
There will be an auction, raffle and collection. All proceeds to be shared equally between The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and Help For Heroes. We would very much like to see you there on the day. If you are unable to attend, but would still like to support these very worthy causes any donations would be gratefully received at the Brigg Town Council office or we could collect if you contact us prior to the event."
Tickets cost £14 and priority (up to August 27) will be given to service members of the armed forced, ex-service personnel and also former Land Girls. Following that deadline, tickets will go on general sale.
Cheques should be made payable to Brigg Town Council, Angel Suite Account.
Details of the Remembrance Parade on November 14 have also been announced. It will form up in Station Road at 10.25am, ready to move off at 10.35am for the service at St John's Church, which will commence at 10.50am. The Parade will enter the church via the Wrawby Street entrance. Following the service the parade will re-form in Wrawby Street, before proceeding to the War Memorial for the Wreath Laying Ceremony and Sounding of Calls. The Parade will return to Station Road to dismiss.
The local contact for wreath orders is Maureen Glossop “Sandcrest”, 50 St. Helen’s Road, Brigg, tel 01652 656744. Prices are £20 for wreaths, including insignia badge. Cheques payable to Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal should be submitted with your order. Last date for orders - Monday 13th September.
The cost of all wreaths ordered must be met by each individual / organisation. Failure to do so reduces the actual profit received by the Royal British Legion, and will therefore affect the funds available to finance their excellent work on behalf of ex-servicemen. Wreaths will not be ordered unless a specific instruction and payment have been received.
Those wishing to obtain further information can contact the Town Council by email - enquiries@briggmarkettown.co.uk