Woodley Town Council has proudly raised the Armed Forces Day flag in recognition of the service and sacrifice of the UK’s Armed Forces.
The flag-raising took place on Friday [27 June] at the Town Council offices, ahead of Armed Forces Day 2025, which falls on Saturday [28 June]. This year’s event also commemorates the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day.
Each June, Armed Forces Day is an opportunity for communities across the UK to show their support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community from currently serving troops to service families, veterans, reservists and cadets.
“Armed Forces Day is an important occasion for us to publicly recognise the courage, dedication and service of the Armed Forces. By raising the flag here in Woodley, we reaffirm our respect and gratitude for those who serve and have served. It’s a small but meaningful gesture of our community’s enduring support,” said Kevin Murray, Woodley Town Council Town Clerk.
Flags are flown nationwide each year in the lead-up to Armed Forces Day to demonstrate unity and appreciation.
Woodley Town Council will host a VJ Day commemoration on 15 August. Further details will be shared soon on our website and social media channels.
