Burnt Oak Remembrance service honours fallen
Deputy Lieutenant Martin Russell and Mayor of Barnet Councillor Zahra Beg laid wreaths at the annual ceremony.
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Residents and civic leaders gathered in Burnt Oak on 8 November 2026 for the annual Remembrance service. The event, held at Watling Community Centre, paid tribute to those who have fallen in conflict. The service was hosted by Watling Community Association.
The ceremony commenced with the Act of Remembrance, led by Pastor Femi Sonuga of Ark Family First Fellowship. Cadet N Macovei from Edgware Army Cadet Force recited the Exhortation. This was followed by the Last Post, a two-minute silence, and Reveille.
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Eight wreaths were placed during the service. Among those laying tributes were Deputy Lieutenant Martin Russell and the Mayor of Barnet, Councillor Zahra Beg. Hasmukh Haria, chairman of the Watling Community Association, concluded the service by encouraging attendees to honour the fallen through kindness and a commitment to peace.
Deputy Lieutenant Russell reflected on the day's significance and announced that this would be his final Remembrance service in his official capacity. He expressed thanks for over two decades of support and highlighted the contributions of the Burnt Oak Nepalese Community. He also remembered Gurkha servicemen and his friend Lieutenant Edward Drummond-Baxter, who died in Afghanistan 14 years prior.
The service was hosted by Sudhir Gautam, who thanked all those who attended. Following the ceremony, attendees were invited for refreshments in the Memorial Hall and to view the Book of Remembrance in the centre's foyer.
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+When and where was the Remembrance service held?
The annual Remembrance service took place on 8 November 2026 at Watling Community Centre in Burnt Oak. The event brought together residents, civic leaders, and community groups to commemorate fallen servicemen and women.
+Who laid wreaths at the service?
Eight wreaths were laid during the ceremony. Tributes were placed by Deputy Lieutenant Martin Russell and the Mayor of Barnet, Councillor Zahra Beg, among others. Hasmukh Haria, chairman of the Watling Community Association, also closed the service.
+What was the significance of the service for Deputy Lieutenant Martin Russell?
Deputy Lieutenant Martin Russell announced that this was his final Remembrance service in office. He expressed gratitude for over 20 years of support and reflected on the contributions of Gurkha servicemen and the Burnt Oak Nepalese Community.
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