Coffee and Poppy Mornings and Evenings

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April 22, 2025

Coffee and Poppy Mornings

Melksham Town Council invites the community to take part in Coffee and Poppy Mornings as we work together on a special poppy art installation to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day in May 2025. The display, featuring hand-knitted and crocheted poppies, will symbolise remembrance and unity.

How You Can Help

  • Donate: Black and red wool for the project.
  • Volunteer: Knitters and crocheters are encouraged to join in.

Coffee and Poppy Mornings
Come along to our monthly sessions to knit poppies, enjoy a warm drink, and connect with others in a welcoming setting.

  • Tuesday, 21st January 2025
  • Tuesday, 18th February 2025
  • Tuesday, 18th March 2025
  • Tuesday, 22nd April 2025

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Melksham Town Hall

Get Involved
Email: communitydevelopment@melksham-tc.gov.uk
Phone: 01225 704187

Please click here for the Poppy Pattern if you'd like to work together on creating our very special poppy art installation.

Let’s come together as a community to create this heartfelt tribute and celebrate VE Day 202

Coffee and Poppy Evenings


These are monthly knitting sessions that take place in the evenings to make it better accessible for those who are unavailable in the mornings. These will take place from 18:30-20:00
  • Monday, 20th January 2025
  • Monday, 24th February 2025
  • Monday, 31st March 2025