Farnham comes together on Remembrance Sunday
A large crowd gathered in Farnham on Sunday 8 November to pay their respects to the fallen at the town’s annual Remembrance Sunday parade and service.
The commemoration brought together veterans, serving members of the Armed Forces, uniformed organisations, civic representatives, community groups and residents to honour all those who have lost their lives in conflicts past and present.
The parade assembled in Castle Street before processing through the town to the War Memorial in Gostrey Meadow, where a service of remembrance took place. A large crowd lined the route to watch the parade and march past.
The service was led by the Revd H David Uffindell, Rector of Farnham, and included contributions from the Mayor of Farnham, Councillor Graham White, and Mr Richard Varley, President of Farnham Royal British Legion.
There were also prayers, tributes and musical contributions from Alder Valley Brass, alongside a lament performed by piper Hamish Robertson. The Last Post and Reveille marked the two-minute silence, providing a particularly poignant moment as the assembled crowd stood together in remembrance. Wreaths were laid at the War Memorial on behalf of a range of organisations and groups, followed by an opportunity for members of the public to place their own personal tributes.
A special tribute also marked the 85th anniversary of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets and was read by Cpl Rian Dattani and CDT Savannah Bolsover 229 (Farnham) Squadron, Air Training Corps.
Following the service, the civic party made its way to the Town Hall to take the salute as the parade marched past. The large turnout of spectators reflected the importance placed on this annual act of remembrance by the community.
The Mayor of Farnham, Councillor Graham White, said: “Remembrance Sunday is one of the most important occasions in our civic calendar. It gives us the opportunity to come together as a community, reflect on the sacrifices made by previous generations and remember all those who have lost their lives in service to our country.
“My thanks go to everyone who took part in the parade and service, those who helped organise the occasion and all the residents who came along to show their support.”
See the Remembrance page for images and a video showing the parade.