Knitted poppies will be put on Knaresborough castle on Friday as the town prepares for Remembrance Sunday.
Decorating the castle with poppies has become an annual occurrence since it was first done to mark the 100th anniversary of the armistice.
Brenda Pitchfork, a member of the town’s branch of the Royal British Legion, has been at the forefront of efforts.
Ms Pitchfork’s work was recognised recently when she received Knaresborough Town Council‘s 2022 community award on behalf of the Legion from outgoing town mayor Christine Willoughby.
The Knaresborough branch of Royal British Legion with their community award.
This year’s Poppy Appeal will begin in the town on Monday and there will be a fundraising stall at Knaresborough market on November 2.
David Houlgate, vice-chair of the Knaresborough branch of the Royal British Legion, said this year’s appeal aimed to exceed the £31,000 raised last year.
Volunteer collectors are still needed for the three main collection points at Lidl, Aldi and M&S Food. If you can help, call 07984700429.
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