Air raid memorial

At this peaceful and respectful memorial service we pause to remember and commemorate the fallen citizens of Hull during World War II including our civilian children and adults.

At this peaceful and respectful memorial service we pause to remember and commemorate the fallen citizens of Hull during World War II including our civilian children and adults. The service also pays tribute to the emergency services personnel that also lost their lives.

82 major air raids took place between 1939 and 1945 causing the deaths of over 1200 people.

At the event open to all we remember them, hold readings and perform the laying of wreaths.

The service takes place at the Civilian Memorial Cenotaph within the city's Northern Cemetery, starting at 2pm.
 

Date: 8th May 2026.

Location: Northern Cemetery Chanterlands Avenue, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, HU5 4AY

Cost: Free

Time: 14:00 - 18:00