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Young Ambassadors for Peace Share Their Voices at the House of Lords
On 18 May, pupils from West Lodge Primary School and nine other schools attended an event at the House of Lords as part of the Young Ambassadors for Peace Project, supported by the World Peace Flame Foundation. The event highlighted the impact of the Peace in Your Hands Peace Education Pack, a World Peace Flame…
Read MoreWorld Peace Flame Shines at Bangor Cathedral
The World Peace Flame is proud to be part of a historic milestone at Bangor Cathedral, which is celebrating its 1,500th anniversary in 2025. Founded by St Deiniol in 525 AD, the cathedral is the oldest in Wales. To mark this remarkable anniversary, the World Peace Flame was brought to the cathedral on 16 December…
Read MoreCelebrating the Garforth Peace Project: Ambassadors of the World Peace Flame
A Community-Led Vision of Peace The Garforth Peace Project, created by Sue Owen and Fi Murray, has become a remarkable example of how community-led action can bring the values of the World Peace Flame to life. As dedicated ambassadors, they not only support the global message of the Flame but also create meaningful, locally rooted…
Read MoreGarforth Celebrates World Peace Flame Milestone
A joyful and inspiring celebration took place in Garforth as the community came together to mark nine years of the World Peace Flame monument at Diamond Jubilee Garden. The occasion was marked by the unveiling of a new solar-powered World Peace Flame lamp, symbolising a continued commitment to peace and sustainability for the future. The…
Read More90 Minutes of Peace: Celebrating 27 Years of the World Peace Flame
A unique celebration On Friday 31 July 2026, hosted online and in person at the Dru Yoga Centre at Snowdonia Mountain Lodge, the World Peace Flame community will come together for a special 90 Minutes of Peace event, celebrating 27 years since the creation of the World Peace Flame. The evening will include gentle movement,…
Read MoreFood, Friendship and a Flame: A Charity Social for Peace
A Community Gathering A warm and relaxed charity social hosted by Keith and Samia Squires in Westerham — the historic town once home to Winston Churchill — brought together guests from across London for an uplifting early evening of food, storytelling and connection, raising money in support of the World Peace Flame’s peace education projects…
Read MoreLight for Leeds Interfaith Event
On 17 November 2025, the Light for Leeds Interfaith event brought together people from across the community in a shared celebration of unity, understanding, and peace. The evening saw the World Peace Flame lit by the Deputy Lord Mayor of Leeds, Barry Anderson, and Kuldip Kaur Bharj. This symbolic act represented a collective commitment to…
Read MorePaying Peace Forward: Ninelands Primary School Inspires Community Action
The Garforth Peace Project continues to expand its Paying Peace Forward initiative, with a recent visit to Ninelands Primary School highlighting the powerful role young people play in sharing the message of peace. During a recent Assembly for Peace, pupils at Ninelands Primary School demonstrated remarkable enthusiasm and commitment. In preparation for the visit, the…
Read MoreKippax World Peace Flame: A Community Commitment to Peace
We are delighted to welcome the Kippax World Peace Flame as a new addition to the growing network of World Peace Flame monuments. Located in the village of Kippax, Leeds, this community-led project brings a fresh and inspiring space for reflection and unity within the War Memorial Gardens. The flame was officially unveiled on 14…
Read MoreAnnual Interfaith Peace Service
On 13 November 2025, the Annual Interfaith Peace Service was held at the Civic Hall in Leeds, bringing together representatives from across the city’s diverse faith communities. For over 20 years, the World Peace Flame has formed a central part of this service, continuing its tradition as a shared symbol of unity and peace. During…
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