Watch and Listen to Remembrance Sunday 2025 Services on BBC
The BBC will honor Remembrance Week 2025 with an extensive lineup of programming across television, radio, and digital platforms. The highlight will be the live coverage of the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance and the National Service of Remembrance held at The Cenotaph.
How to Watch and Listen to Remembrance Sunday 2025 Services on BBC
For audiences of all ages, offerings include commemorative content and accessible audio descriptions available via the Red Button and BBC iPlayer. Below are key details about the events.
Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance 2025
- Date: Saturday, 8 November 2025
- Time: 9 PM – 10:30 PM
- Channel: BBC One and iPlayer
This year’s event will take place at the iconic Royal Albert Hall and is hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Reflecting on the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, performances will feature notable artists such as Sir Rod Stewart, Blessing Offor, Sam Ryder, and Keala Settle.
The festival will also focus on military children who have experienced loss, highlighting their resilience. Additionally, it marks the 25th anniversary of the lifting of the ban on LGBTQ+ personnel in the armed forces.
Viewers can expect a poignant moment during the two-minute silence, where Members of the Royal Family and veterans will remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Remembrance Sunday: The Cenotaph
- Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025
- Time: 10:15 AM – 12:40 PM
- Channel: BBC One and iPlayer
Live coverage from the Cenotaph will be presented by Sophie Raworth and Petroc Trelawny. The commemorations will include a two-minute silence at 11 AM, followed by the National Service of Remembrance.
After the wreath-laying ceremony, nearly 10,000 veterans will participate in a historic march past, organized by the Royal British Legion. This day serves as a reminder of courage, sacrifice, and the significance of remembrance.
Additional Coverage
BBC Radio will also play a crucial role in Remembrance Sunday events:
- BBC Radio 2: Live program at 8 PM featuring interviews and musical performances.
- BBC Radio 4: Live ceremony from the Cenotaph from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM.
- BBC Radio Wales: Special service at 7:30 AM, followed by reflective music later in the day.
- BBC Northern Ireland: Morning service at 9 AM, with special music selections at 5 PM.
- BBC Scotland: Coverage featuring a veteran discussing personal experiences at 8 AM.
As the nation unites in remembrance, BBC programming aims to offer a comprehensive and respectful tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for their country during significant conflicts.
