Service marks 40 years since Bradford City fire
Summary
A memorial service was held at the Bradford City Fire Memorial sculpture to mark the 40th anniversary of the Bradford City fire. The service remembered the 56 people who died and several others who were injured in the 1985 tragedy, with music, speeches, and a wreath laid on behalf of King Charles III.Key Facts
- The memorial took place at Centenary Square in Bradford at 11:00 BST.
- The City of Bradford Brass Band played "You'll Never Walk Alone" at the event.
- The City Hall bell was rung 56 times to honor each person who died in the fire.
- A wreath was laid on behalf of King Charles III.
- Mayor of Bradford, Beverley Mullaney, spoke about the importance of remembering the event.
- Canon Pastor Oliver Evans and Reverend Andy Bowerman gave speeches at the service.
- The fire occurred on May 11, 1985, during a football match between Bradford City and Lincoln City.
- The fire resulted in the deaths of 56 people and injured more than 260 others.
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