Poppy Appeal
The Poppy Appeal usually runs from late October into Remembrance Sunday.
Countdown
103
days to go
Next date
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Poppy Appeal 2026 begins around
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Upcoming dates
| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppy Appeal 2026 begins around | Thursday, 22 October 2026 | In 3 months | Approximate late-October launch |
| Remembrance Sunday 2026 | Sunday, 8 November 2026 | In 4 months | UK |
| Poppy Appeal 2027 begins around | Thursday, 21 October 2027 | In 1 year 3 months | Approximate late-October launch |
| Remembrance Sunday 2027 | Sunday, 14 November 2027 | In 1 year 4 months | UK |
The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal usually starts in late October and continues into the Remembrance period. Launch dates vary, so use these as approximate planning markers, especially when arranging collections, school activities, workplace displays, community remembrance events, volunteer rotas or local publicity materials.
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Verified 14 May 2026
Questions
When does the Poppy Appeal start?
It usually starts in late October, with the exact launch date varying by year.
When is Remembrance Sunday 2026?
It falls on 8 November 2026.
Who runs the Poppy Appeal?
The Royal British Legion runs the appeal.