Spitfire Joins Remembrance Sunday in County Durham
A unique hand-built, full-size reproduction Spitfire MK IX will serve as a powerful symbol of bravery and sacrifice on Remembrance Sunday, honoring those who have served in conflicts past and present.
Exhibition Details
Simply Spitfire's meticulously crafted reproduction aircraft will be on display at Millennium Place in Durham City from 9:00am to 2:00pm on Sunday, 9 November 2025.
Historical Significance
The year 2025 marks two important anniversaries:
- The 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War
- The 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain
To honor these milestones, Armed Forces Champion Cllr Andrew Harrison aimed to create a special commemoration this Remembrance Day.
Support and Tribute
With support from Squadron Leader (Retired) James A Cowan MBE and Simply Spitfire, the reproduction fighter aircraft was secured as a fitting tribute.
The Spitfire display will be part of Durham City's annual Remembrance Parade route, occurring between 10am and noon that day.
Author's summary: The hand-built Spitfire MK IX will be prominently displayed in Durham to honor military history during Remembrance Sunday, marking major WWII anniversaries with a special tribute.