Prince Harry attends low-key Remembrance Sunday service in Northamptonshire

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, attended a Remembrance Day service in Brackley, Northamptonshire, on Sunday, wearing his military medals and a red poppy. He was alone; his wife Meghan Markle and their children, Archie and Lilibet, did not accompany him.

The royal family held its traditional ceremony at the Cenotaph in London, where King Charles III led the two-minute silence. Prince William, Catherine Middleton and Queen Camilla were among those present, along with senior politicians and about 10,000 veterans.

According to a source quoted by Hello! in September, Harry chose not to take part in the national observance after returning to the UK, saying he did not want to create drama or distract from the ceremony. The source added that Harry would likely mark the day privately, as many veterans do, either at church or at a local war memorial.

Harry last joined the official national Remembrance Sunday event with his family in 2019, before stepping back from royal duties. He previously served in the British Army from 2005 to 2015, completing two tours in Afghanistan. In a November 2025 essay, he reflected on the personal significance of Remembrance Day, emphasizing collective responsibility and respect for those who served.