Oakham Fire and Rescue Station, Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Fundraising for the Royal British Legion, Remembrance, Oakham, Rutland

In the run-up to Remembrance Sunday, the team at Oakham Fire Station, together with a group of local knitters and crocheters, has been working tirelessly to create a magnificent display of poppies.

Poppies are a poignant symbol of remembrance, deeply rooted in the history of the First World War. They are often worn throughout November in solidarity with the Armed Forces community.

Oakham Fire Station is paying tribute to the Royal British Legion, who have adopted the poppy as an emblem for their fundraising efforts, by hosting a Memorial Garden. The poppies on display have been crocheted and knitted by local artisans, showcasing their creativity and dedication to the cause.

The garden features a combination of red and purple poppies, representing not only the human lives lost during the war but also the animals that fell in service. This choice holds particular significance in Rutland, where the community cherishes their pets and working animals.

The Oakham Fire Station team expressed their sincere gratitude to everyone involved in creating this beautiful display, including Pepper's- A Safe Place, who played a crucial role in planting and organising the garden.

If you wish to purchase one of these poppies, you can find them for a small donation to The Royal British Legion in at the entrance area of Oakham Fire Station. South Street, Oakham, Rutland.