BARNSLEY will remember the sacrifices made by soldiers who have lost their lives during conflict at a special remembrance ceremony this weekend.

The annual Remembrance Service will start at 11am at the town hall war memorial.

The council say that the important event provides an opportunity to come together, reflect, and honour those who have lost their lives in conflict, and to show support for our armed forces, veterans, and their families.

The service will include the opportunity to lay a wreath, and will be followed by a parade.

Coun Mick Stowe, Mayor of Barnsley, joined the Armed Forces in 1975.

During his time in the army, he served in Germany, Northern Ireland, Cyprus and Kenya.

He said: “Remembrance Sunday is a deeply significant occasion, giving us time to come together as a community and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for all of us.

“The service on Sunday is open to all, and we invite you to join us as we pay our respects and reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who served.”

A series of road closures will be in place to support the event.

From 7am to 1.30pm, Church Street, St Mary’s Gate, Sadler Street and Royal Street will be closed to traffic.

Further restrictions will apply between 10am and midday on Shambles Street, The Arcade, St Mary’s Place, Regent Street South, Eldon Street, Midland Street, Cheapside, Mayday Green, Queen Street, Peel Square, Market Hill, Market Street and New Street.

A short Armistice Day service will also take place at the war memorial on Tuesday at 11am.

Road closures will apply between 10.20am and midday on Church Street, St Mary’s Gate, Sadler Gate, Royal Street and the top of Regent Street, where traffic will be diverted along Eastgate.

The Armistice event will include wreath laying by local college, school and nursery children.

Schools and nurseries wishing to take part are asked to register with the Mayor’s Office in advance.