Two thousand poppies go on show to mark Armistice Day in Dudley

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More than 2,000 hand crafted poppies have covered the inside of Dudley's council house.

The display, named Poppies Everywhere, has been created to mark Armistice Day on November 11.

Inspiration for the project came from the poppies that were on show at the Tower of London last year.

A total of 888,246 ceramic poppies were included in the display, representing how many British and Colonial lives were lost between 1914 and 1918.

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Mayor of Dudley Steve Waltho surrounded by thousands of poppies at Dudley Council House

Poppies on display at the Priory Road council base were made using a variety of materials including glass, pottery, leather, paper and wool by adult learners and community groups from across the borough.

The Mayor of Dudley,Councillor Steve Waltho, said: "Since the First World War the poppy has come to symbolise those that have been killed in war and also used to commemorate that sacrifice.

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Steve Waltho with the display

"Over 50 groups, from across the whole spectrum, such as guide groups, people with learning difficulties, Age UK, just to name a few, have got involved, which I think is remarkable.

"It has now become a centre piece, which I'm very happy about."

The poppies will be displayed up until a few days after Armistice Day on November 11. Half will then be taken to RAF Cosford near Wolverhampton and put on display there, while the remainder will be sold to raise money for the Royal British Legion.

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