Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration - This year's theme is 'No Place for Prejudice'

A special civic ceremony to mark the 82nd anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi death camp, will take place in Bath on Wednesday 27 January 2027.

The event, organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council in partnership with Bath Interfaith Group (https://www.facebook.com/bathinterfaith/), commemorates Holocaust Memorial Day 2027, the national day of remembrance for the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust(1939-45), the millions of others persecuted under Nazi rule, and the victims of more recent genocides in Cambodia (https://www.hmd.org.uk/learn-about-the-holocaust-and-genocides/cambodia/) (1975-1979), Rwanda (https://www.hmd.org.uk/learn-about-the-holocaust-and-genocides/rwanda/) (1994), Bosnia (https://www.hmd.org.uk/learn-about-the-holocaust-and-genocides/bosnia/) (1995), and Darfur (https://www.hmd.org.uk/learn-about-the-holocaust-and-genocides/darfur/) (2003-present).

The theme for Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) 2027, 'No Place for Prejudice'.

The commemoration will take place at 5:45pm on Wednesday 27 January 2027 at the Guildhall (https://panotour360image.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/Baths+Historic+Venues/Guildhall/index.htm) in Bath (https://maps.app.goo.gl/fJ6tzjApiCjaaQSP9). The event will feature readings, music, and reflections, following an opening address by the Chair of the Council. Doors will open at 5:15pm, and we kindly ask guests to arrive at least 10 minutes early to ensure a prompt start.

Attendance is free but places are limited, and booking is essential. For alternative booking methods or enquiries, please email Equality@bathnes.gov.uk or call Council Connect on 01225 39 40 41.

Guildhall Fire Alarm Procedure:

If seated in the Gallery: Please turn left as you exit the gallery, proceed through the back door, and head to the car park.

For attendees using wheelchairs: Please head toward the car park exit where a ramp is available. If you require assistance, please do not hesitate to ask; our staff are here to help.

Other attendees: Please proceed to reception and exit through the main doors.

The designated meeting point is Orange Grove (the roundabout).

A Polite Reminder:

As a courtesy to all attendees and to maintain a respectful atmosphere during the ceremony, we kindly ask that you ensure your mobile phones are switched to silent mode.

Description supplied by the event organiser.