Belfast City Hall Marks Armistice Day with Service of Remembrance

Two-Minute Silence Marks Armistice Day in Belfast

The official observance included a two-minute silence at 11am, marking 108 years since the Armistice that brought an end to fighting in the First World War.

Armistice Day is observed annually on 11 November, allowing communities to reflect on the sacrifices made by generations of service personnel.

The Garden of Remembrance at Belfast City Hall remains an important location for the city’s annual commemorations.

Belfast’s Field of Remembrance

This year’s commemorations also included the opening of the Field of Remembrance at Belfast City Hall on 26 October.

Organised by the Royal British Legion, the commemorative display features personal tributes honouring members of the Armed Forces who died in service.

The display provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to remember loved ones and reflect on the human cost of conflict.

Remembrance Sunday Service Held Earlier This Week

Wednesday’s Armistice Day observance followed the annual Remembrance Sunday service at Belfast City Hall on 8 November.

Hundreds attended Sunday’s ceremony, which included a two-minute silence and the laying of memorial wreaths.

The Lord Mayor laid a wreath at the Cenotaph on behalf of the citizens of Belfast.

Remembering Those Who Served

Armistice Day commemorates the agreement that ended hostilities on the Western Front at 11am on 11 November 1918.

Today, remembrance also honours those who served and died in later conflicts, while recognising the impact of war on families and communities.

The service at Belfast City Hall formed part of commemorations held across the United Kingdom.

We will remember them.

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