Scottish National War Memorial | News and Events

National Apprentice Week 2025

Susan Flintoff — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 19:33:00 +0000

We were delighted to be involved in the production of a film to mark National Apprentice Week. You can view the video here:

The Korean War - The Story of Cpl James Ritchie Cron by Dave Williamson

Susan Flintoff — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:23:00 +0000

Service held to mark the 1st Anniversary of the Invasion of Ukraine

Susan Flintoff — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 17:29:00 +0100

95th Annual Service of Commemoration

Susan Flintoff — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:51:00 +0100

The 95^th Annual Service of Commemoration was held at the War Memorial on Tuesday 6^th June 2023. The Armed Forces were represented by Brigadier Andy Muddiman RM, Major-General Alastair Bruce and Air Vice-Marshal Ross Paterson (represented by Flight-Lieutanant Ross McElhinney). This year was an Army lead and the Officiating Chaplain was The Chaplain General The Rev Michael Parker. The lead-service rotates between the RN, Army and RAF each year. The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland Rt Rev Rev Sally Foster-Fulton preached at the service. Readings were given by the Raqual Harper-Titchner, Chair of the Army Widows Association and Cadet RSM Edward McKenna of Lothian and Borders Army Cadet Force. Deputy First Minister Shona Robison MSP represented First Ministers Office and Mr Michael Napier represented the Secretary of State for Scotland.

12 Days in France - The Story of of Lieutenant James Keith Trotter, 1st Battalion Gordon Highlanders

Susan Flintoff — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 14:57:00 +0100

- by Lt Cdr RN (Rtd) Joseph Jeffrey

Scotland's Merchant Navy Memorial

Susan Flintoff — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 15:55:00 +0100

Historically, Scotland has always had a very strong relationship with the sea. However the sacrifices made by Scotland’s merchant seamen during both World Wars have not always been as recognised as they could have been. Their names are recorded in the Rolls of Honour at the Scottish National War Memorial, but until a few years ago there was no dedicated memorial to the 6,500 Scottish seafarers lost in conflict.

"Flag Ladies" make a welcome return to the SNWM

Susan Flintoff — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 16:19:00 +0000

This week we were delighted to welcome our "flag ladies" back to the Memorial after a long break during COVID.

Remembrance Sunday & Armistice Day 2022

Site administrator — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 16:05:00 +0000

Services were held at the Scottish National War Memorial on Armistice Day and at the Stone of Remembrance in Edinburgh on Remembrance Sunday.

Annual Commemoration Service

Site administrator — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:05:00 +0100

The 95th Annual Service of Commemoration was held at the Scottish National War Memorial on Thursday 6th October.

Visit of the Lord High Commissioner

Site administrator — Wed, 25 May 2022 16:04:00 +0100

The Chief Executive and Trustees of the Memorial were delighted to host The Lord High Commissioner Lord Patrick Hodge and Lady Hodge for a visit on 25th May during General Assembly Week.

Archive of events

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 13:56:00 +0000

Battle of Arras Commemoration 9 April 2017

Site administrator — Sun, 09 Apr 2017 16:21:00 +0100

The 100th anniversary of the commencement of the Battle of Arras, was commemorated at a service in the Memorial on Sunday 9 April 2017.

Memorial Annual Service 2016

Site administrator — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 16:21:00 +0100

The Trustees and Staff of the Memorial were honoured by a visit in July 2016 by HRH The Princess Royal who attended the Memorial's Annual Service. The Service was made particularly poignant by the laying up of a battle ensign that had been attached to the wreck of HMS Royal Oak.

The Battle of the Somme Vigil - 30 June/1 July 2016

Site administrator — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 16:22:00 +0100

At 0730hrs on 1 July 1916 the whistles blew and the pipes played ordering men to climb out of their trenches and cross "no-mans" land towards the German positions. So began the Battle of the Somme.

Visit to the Memorial by The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh - 3 July 2014

Site administrator — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 16:22:00 +0100

Summer 2014 was an especially busy time for the Trustees and staff of the Memorial, as the Centenary of the outbreak of World War One approached. The highlight of the period was the visit to the Memorial, on 3 July 2014, of The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh, who attended the Annual Service during which the Colours of The Highlanders, 4th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland were laid up. After a Reception held in The Great Hall of Edinburgh Castle, the Queen opened a Memorial Garden. Photographs and a video of this very special occasion are available for viewing below.

Publication of "Scotland's Shrine"

Site administrator — Mon, 16 Jun 2014 16:22:00 +0100

Summer 2014 saw the publication of Professor Duncan Macmillan's book "Scotland's Shrine - The Scottish National War Memorial".