Remembering the fallen: Wreath laying led by Cramlington town councillor

By Hannah Fitzhugh

Published 11th Nov 2024, 12:06 GMT

Updated 11th Nov 2024, 16:52 GMT

A memorial service was held this Remembrance Sunday in Cramlington, followed by a two-minute silence and wreath laying.

Led by town councillor, Helen Morris, the road through the village was closed from 9:50am to 12:30pm whilst community groups and wreath-layers congregated around the war memorial.

People gathered to watch as veterans formed a march past the war memorial.

1. Locals gathering to watch the service

People gathered to watch as veterans formed a march past the war memorial. Photo: Jane Coltman

Gatherers participated in a two-minute silence in respect of the fallen soldiers.

2. A two-minute silence in honour of the fallen

Gatherers participated in a two-minute silence in respect of the fallen soldiers. Photo: Jane Coltman

Following the silence, names of the fallen were read out to listeners.

3. The names of the fallen read out

Following the silence, names of the fallen were read out to listeners. Photo: Jane Coltman

The service ended with a wreath laying, led by town councillor, Helen Morris.

4. The wreath laying

The service ended with a wreath laying, led by town councillor, Helen Morris. Photo: Jane Coltman

Wreath Cramlington

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