Castlemilk community holds annual ‘Flowers on the Railing’ tribute

A Glasgow community’s dignified annual act of remembrance has taken place once again – this time honouring Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and a much-admired city councillor.

Castlemilk’s ‘Flowers on the Railings’ annual event was held on 10 September.

Supported by various community organisations, including Ardenglen and Thenue Housing Associations, it is held to remember those who have died in Castlemilk and beyond and is a well-supported community event.

This year, it had added poignancy due to passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Councillor Malcolm Cunning.

The ceremony takes its names from the flowers sold on the day for £10 which are then tied to railings on Castlemilk Drive.

As in previous years, it took place beside the Lost Lives Memorial Garden, which was created to remember Castlemilk’s lost loved ones.

It is a place for reflection and remembrance and is widely respected and valued by residents.

As in previous years, a humanist celebrant led a brief service, and an uplifting note was struck by popular choir ‘Soundsational’. Balloons with a message of love on them were also released, with two being for the late Sovereign and Councillor Cunning.

One of the organisers was Maureen Cope MBE. 

She said: “This was a significant occasion which reflects the importance the Castlemilk community places on remembering lost loved ones. We were delighted with the support local people gave to the event as we remember those we have lost.”

Tributes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II  and Malcolm Cunning were made by Castlemilk Community Council.