Service of Commemoration

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When: Saturday 22nd February 2025 - from 11am

Where: Yate Leisure Centre and St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Yate, BS37 5BG

Join us in Yate to mark three years since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Event Schedule

11am – Gather at Yate Leisure Centre for speeches by Ukrainian community representatives, visual expression, and a walk to St Mary’s Church.

12–2pm – Commemoration service at St Mary’s Church, which will include:

  • a candlelit vigil
  • musical accompaniment by Ukrainian performers
  • sharing of traditional Ukrainian food
  • a photo exhibition
  • a screening of a short documentary titled ‘Three Years Since the Start of the Full-Scale War.’

During the event, the organisation Ukraine Aid and Welfare will hold a fundraising collection, and there will also be a collection point for humanitarian aid for Ukraine – with a particular need for items for mothers and babies.

If you need help with transport or have any questions, please contact: ResettlingCommunities@southglos.gov.uk

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