First World War UK & Commonwealth Event in Glasgow

Monday 4th August 2014

On the 4 August, Glasgow will host the largest and first of three national events to mark the 100th anniversary of the UK's entry into the First World War. The events in Glasgow, Mons, Belgium, and Westminster Abbey, London form a key part of the UK Government's centenary programme.

The Lord Provost of Glasgow Cllr Sadie Docherty is leading the commemorations on the 4 August.

On the 4 August at 10am there will be an invite-only service for up to 1400 guests at Glasgow Cathedral led by The Reverend Dr Laurence Whitley, Minister of the Cathedral, and will reflect the Commonwealth contribution to the war.

This will be followed by a wreath-laying service at the Cenotaph in George Square with representatives of the Commonwealth nations. HRH The Duke of Rothesay (as The Prince of Wales is known in Scotland) will attend.

Only those in possession of a numbered ticket will be able to gain access to George Square on the day. A number of safety and security measures will be in place on the day. Anyone who is attending should give themselves plenty of time to get into the square. Gates open at 9am on the morning.

Tickets for the George Square event will be available until 12.30pm on Thursday 31 July, 2014 on a  dedicated ticket line - 0141 287 7999 (normal opening 9am to 5pm). There will also be limited availability of tickets - which are on a first come basis - at the City Chambers in George Square.

Information for those attending the event in George Square  First World War August 4 Public Details George Square [100kb]

You can follow events on the day via the First World War project twitter on @WW1Glasgow All UK events on the day will be using #WW1Aug4