A moving Remembrance weekend at Gresham’s

11 November 2026

On Saturday, we gathered in Chapel to remember the many Gresham’s pupils and members of staff who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars.

In a particularly poignant part of the service, our wonderful Archive team sourced photographs representing each of the boys. As their names were read aloud, their faces were held up for the congregation to see, bringing a deeply personal dimension to our act of remembrance.

The service included readings from members of our CCF and a moving address from Maj (Retd) Stromberg on the importance of remembrance.

Our talented knitting group played their part, producing hundreds of knitted poppies which were beautifully displayed in Chapel before being sold to raise funds for The Royal British Legion.

On Sunday, the CCF Contingent marched into Holt to join the town’s parade for Remembrance Sunday. Alongside veterans and their families, representatives of the Armed Forces, associated charities, youth groups and more, the contingent paraded with over 170 Cadets and staff from the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force Sections. We are so proud that our Cadets took the time to remember all those who fell during the conflict.

A weekend of reflection, remembrance and community, and a fitting tribute to all those who gave their lives. Overall, the weekend was an inspiration to us all to work for a more peaceful future.