Two-minute silence for Remembrance Day

Gloucester Cathedral is holding its two-minute silence for Remembrance Day on Wednesday 11 November, with the silence starting at 11am. It's the same time the rest of the country stops for Armistice Day, so if you're already planning to mark the occasion, this is one way to do it.

The silence takes place in the Nave, the long central part of the Cathedral that runs from the west door through to the choir. It's a big, open space, and that's where everyone gathers to observe the two minutes together. The Cathedral's invitation is open to anyone who wants to come in and take part, so you don't need to be a regular attendee or have any particular connection to the place to join in.

As for what the two minutes are for, the Cathedral describes it as a time to reflect on the service and the sacrifices the Armed Forces make on our behalf. It's a quiet, shared moment of remembrance, and the Nave provides a proper setting for it. If you're around the city centre on the morning, it's a straightforward way to spend those few minutes.

To make sure you're in place, the silence begins at 11am on Wednesday 11 November in the Nave of Gloucester Cathedral, 12 College Green, Gloucester GL1 2LX.