Brandon in Bloom volunteers have once again decorated the town centre with beautiful displays of hand-knitted and crocheted poppies.
The poppies are crafted by the Brandon Suffolk Yarn Bombers, a creative group of around 50 people who regularly knit and crochet for community displays. Formed exactly eight years ago today, the group are also Guinness World Record holders for creating the longest line of pompoms in 2022, made to celebrate the late Queen Elizabeth II’s Jubilee.
Each year, the yarn poppies are carefully stored and reused, with an additional 1,200 new poppies handmade this year for displays along the High Street. These complement the existing tributes at The Rose Garden and The Wedge.
A striking 15-square-metre poppy net is also on display at the Old School House, with thanks to the Brandon Town Council staff who assisted in hanging the display.
The Royal British Legion red poppy remains a powerful symbol of remembrance and hope for peace. Founded in 1921, the Poppy Appeal raises vital funds to support serving personnel, veterans, and their families—helping them whenever and however they need it. Wearing or displaying a poppy is a simple yet meaningful act of gratitude and solidarity with the Armed Forces community.
To donate to this year’s Poppy Appeal, please visit www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise-for-us/poppy-appeal or give generously to the poppy collectors located in Aldi and Tesco Brandon.
Lest We Forget.
