WEST ORCHARDS Shopping Centre in Coventry fell silent this morning (Monday), as 4,000 poppy petals dropped in memory of war heroes.
The event began at 10.45am in the yellow corned of level three, with speeches from the Lord Mayor of Coventry coun Mal Mutton, and West Orchards’ manager Andy Talbot, followed by prayers.
A bugler from the Coventry Corps of Drums sounded the Last Post, followed by two minutes’ silence, during which time thousands of poppy petals wee released to fall from the domed roof of the shopping centre.
The British Legion then delivered the Exhortation and Kohima in remembrance of those who lost their lives in battle.
Lady Godiva Pru Porretti said: “The popy drop is really important because it gives an opportunity for all people to come along to remember those people we have loved and lost.
“We must remember those who have given their lives for us.”
Peter Sturgeon, engagement officer for West Midlands Police added: “Coming from someone whose father was in the armed services, it is a pretty special day, to remember those who have served and given their lives for the county and for our freedom today.”
