Jun 20

The Wreath Laying Area Appeal

The original wreath laying area around the cross was made in 2004. At the same time the entrance was made more formal with duck boarded tracks leading onto the site. Entrance to the Crater showing the two duckboard tracks, wooden ' knife rests ' and kerb... read more →
Feb 20
Apr 20

The Path around the Crater Appeal

Each year it is estimated that up to 250,000 people will walk around the Crater path. Whilst every visitor is welcome, the damage caused by wear and tear has been enormous. For instance, the chalk path itself has been eroded away at the rate of 6 inches in just 4... read more →
Aug 01

The Road to Lochnagar

Its 4am on Tuesday 1st July 2008, Simon Pettett and I are driving south out of Arras on the N17 a long roman road heading towards Lochnagar. Somewhere to the east in the direction of Neuville Vitasse the... read more →
Jul 01

Opening Speech, 1 July 2011

WELCOME...BIENVENUE...WILLKOMMEN Good morning ladies and gentlemen. I would like to welcome you to this, the 33rd annual remembrance ceremony at the Lochnagar Crater. First, as always, a thank you to the wonderful Friends of Lochnagar who have... read more →
Jun 20

The Lochnagar Crater Cross Appeal

The original Cross was erected in 1986. Made from ancient pine rescued from a deconsecrated church in northumberland, it was struck by lightning soon after it was erected. It did well to last until 2010 and was replaced in 2011. The original cross was installed in... read more →
Jun 18

Losing the cross was a very sad moment, however our thoughts were with Richard and what could be done to help. I put forward suggestions to Richard and once he had looked at all eventualities the go ahead was given, and the search for a specialist wood yard began. The... read more →
Jun 03
Jun 01
Jul 01

2010 Ceremony

 When this lousy war is over Rachel and Jennifer sing 'When this lousy war is over' at the Lochnagar Crater Memorial Ceremony held on 1st July 2010 Abide with me Rachel and piper at the Lochnagar Crater memorial ceremony, 1st July 2010 At the start of the ceremony Richard... read more →