Remembrance Sunday 2026: Services to take place in Littlehampton, Rustington, Angmering and Arundel
Remembrance services are set to take place in Littlehampton and surrounding areas – here’s all you need to know.
Several events in the area will give residents a chance to pay their respects to those who have served our country.
Littlehampton
A parade will meet on the High Street at 10.30am on Remembrance Sunday (November 8), before setting off at 10.45am.
A service including the laying of the wreaths and a two-minute silence will be held at the war memorial at 11am. The parade will then move to St Mary’s Church, where another service will take place.
Councillor Freddie Tandy said: ”Every year, the Littlehampton community shows a remarkable commitment to remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. I look forward to veterans, uniformed groups and residents of all ages coming together to remember, honour and pay tribute to everyone who has suffered or lost their life as a result of war.”
Rustington
On Remembrance Sunday, a parade, featuring veterans, civic dignitaries and members of local uniformed groups, will begin in The Street at 10.45am. It will make its way to the war memorial for 11am, where a service and wreath-laying ceremony will take place.
A spokesperson for Rustington Parish Council said: “This is always a very popular event which is extremely well attended. It is hoped that this year will be no exception.”
Members of Rustington Parish Council, will also be present at the war memorial to commemorate Armistice Day on Wednesday, November 11, from 10.55 am.
Angmering
A service will be held at St Margaret’s Church, Arundel Road, on Remembrance Sunday at 10am, followed by the laying of wreaths at the war memorial on the village green.
A two-minute silence will take place at 11am.
Arundel
A two-minute silence will be held in the town on Remembrance Sunday at 11am.
A procession from the top of the High Street will begin at 10.45am, with soldiers from the 137 (Java) Battery 12th Regiment Royal Artillery marching from the upper Castle gates, followed by the Council and Clergy procession to the war memorial to begin the service.
An Arundel Town Council spokesperson said: “We do hope that residents are able to join us on Sunday morning for the Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial in the High Street.
"Please be aware that there will be two loud cannon noises at 11am and 11.02am to signify the beginning and end of the two minutes' silence.”