OFFICIALS, veterans, residents and children gathered in Ludlow on Remembrance Sunday to honour those who gave their lives in service to their country.
Remembrance Sunday is observed across the UK each year to commemorate members of the armed forces and civilians who have died in conflicts, with parades, services, wreath-laying and the national two minutes' silence.
In Ludlow, the Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire, the Archdeacon of Ludlow, the mayor, deputy mayor, members of St Laurence's Church and town councillors joined residents at the Peace Memorial for the Act of Remembrance.
The commemorations were followed by a service at St Laurence's Church, where local veterans have created a memorial to war hero Danny Mason. Mr Mason, who died earlier this year aged 99, was a familiar face at the town's annual Remembrance events.
A spokesperson for Ludlow Town Council thanked everyone who took part, adding: "We remember them."
Meanwhile, in Tenbury, the town fell silent on Remembrance Sunday as veterans, emergency services, councillors, civic leaders and young people from groups including Scouts, Guides and Brownies joined the town's annual parade. A wreath-laying ceremony and service at St Mary's Church honoured those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Remembrance events will continue on November 11. As part of the Armistice Day service at Ludlow Peace Memorial, the 'Lamp Light of Peace' will be on display, which the council has described as a "quiet, powerful symbol of hope and remembrance".
Residents have been invited to gather at 11am to pause, reflect and honour all those who served, and those who continue to serve today.
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