22 October 2020
The Bristol Poppy Appeal launch was held at HMS FLYING FOX. Organised by Billy Wilde from MOD Abbeywood, the Lord-Lieutenant Mrs Peaches Golding and Lord Mayor Cllr Jos Clarke were joined by a representative from the Royal British Legion. She presented the dignitaries with the first poppy pins of the year. Made of metal, the pins symbolised the celebration of Remembrance Sunday at home. ’This year’s theme is so relevant to us all, given that the pandemic keeps us away from loved ones, whether friends or family. We can all understand the feelings of those in the Armed Forces and their families when duty separates us from those we care most about,’ observed Mrs Golding. Pre-Covid19 the launch would involve the selling of poppies outdoors by volunteers from the Armed Forces and other collectors. ‘Let us not forget those who served their country and may have fallen on difficult times. Please support the Poppy Appeal as generously as you are able.’