Published: Monday 2 November 2026
Two Acts of Remembrance will take place in Kensington and Chelsea on Sunday 8 November 2026 to remember the service and sacrifice of those who have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.
We will remember the Armed Forces, and their families, from Britain and the Commonwealth, the vital role played by the emergency services and those who have lost their lives as a result of conflict or terrorism.
Remembrance events
Chelsea
- Sloane Square War Memorial
- From 10.50am, Sunday 8 November
- Followed by a Service of Remembrance at Holy Trinity Church, Sloane Street.
The Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea, Cllr Janet Evans, will lead this principal Act of Remembrance in Chelsea on Remembrance Sunday.
Please note that capacity on Sloane Square will be limited. Traffic will be held on the roads around Sloane Square to respect the commemorations which may cause heavier traffic than usual in the King's Road and Sloane Street area. If possible, please avoid driving into the area from 10.30am to 11.30am.
Kensington
- Kensington War Memorial, on the corner of Kensington High Street and Kensington Church Street.
- From 10.50am on Sunday 8 November
- Followed by a Service of Remembrance at St Mary Abbots Church, Kensington Church Street.
The Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea, Cllr Janet Evans, said:
“On Remembrance Sunday, we come together to remember and honour the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
“We also pay tribute to our veterans and serving personnel, and recognise the sacrifices made by military families across generations. Our commemorations unite people of all ages and backgrounds in gratitude for their service. Together, as a borough, we will remember them."