Battle Of Britain Service In Seymour Square

A memorial service will be held at the Blenheim War Memorial clock tower at 11.00 am on Sunday, 16 September, to mark Battle of Britain Day.

The Battle of Britain is commemorated as the turning point of World War II when the pilots of the RAF staved off the Luftwaffe attack on southern England despite being heavily outnumbered.

Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman will give a short address and the keynote speech will be made by Air Vice-Marshall (Retired) David Bamfield ONZM, DSD.

Squadron Leader Sarah Woodhouse will represent the RNZAF along with Wing Commander Peter King from RNZAF Base Woodbourne.

Marlborough RNZAF Association President Mary Barnes and the local MP Colin King will also attend the service.

The RSA advises that medals should be worn to this ceremony.