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In pictures: How Bridgnorth marked Remembrance Day

Hundreds gathered in Bridgnorth on Sunday to remember those who lost their lives in wars on Remembrance Day.

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Organised by the town's branch of the Royal British Legion (RBL), the Remembrance Sunday service in Bridgnorth takes place on November 10 with a formal parade from Whitburn Street that began at 10,10am.

Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)
Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)

People lined the streets as the RAF Bridgnorth cadet band led the parade followed by the RBL and veterans, uniformed organizations and the children’s associations. 

Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)
Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)

On conclusion of the Castle grounds' 'Act of Remembrance', a church service will be conducted in St Mary's church commencing at approximately 11.30am.

Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)
Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)

A rolling road closure in the High Street, Whitburn Street, and West Castle Street took place to facilitate the Remembrance Sunday parade.

Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)
Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)

A poignant service took place in the Castle grounds at 10.45, where the Act of Remembrance took place and services, organisations and personal wreaths were laid at the Town’s War Memorial.

Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)
Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)

On conclusion of the Castle ground Act of Remembrance, a church service was held at St Mary’s Church.

Armistice Day was also marked in the town with a short service in the Castle grounds at the War Memorial, where the Mayor Ian Wellings laid a wreath.

Local councillor  Kirstie Hurst-Knight who is also the council's Armed Forces Champion, said: "The weather was kinder but I think it was a bigger turn out than last year.

Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)
Hundreds gathered to pay their respects (picture Kirstie Hurst Knight)

"I was exceptionally proud as Armed Forces Champion for Shropshire Council to see so many serving and former members of the Armed Forces on parade. 

"When we were stood at the war memorial and looked out over the crowd it was very moving with so many children and young people from so many clubs in attendance. 

"As always this town put on a fitting tribute to Remembering the fallen that paid the ultimate price. Thanks to Bridgnorth Town Council who organise this event with the Royal British Legion." 

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