Bognor Regis Remembers

 

Hundreds of people lined the streets to pay their respects on this important and solemn occasion. The arrival of the Parade, featuring Veterans, Cadets and serving Service personnel, was particularly poignant.

The Service was led by Father Hodges of Saint Wilfrid’s Church, with music provided by The Salvation Army Band. We were also delighted to welcome the RAFA 381 Branch Choir for the first time, whose voices added something special to the hymns and the occasion. Wreaths were laid by dignitaries, including the Deputy Lieutenant of West Sussex, Mrs Alison Moorey, representatives from neighbouring Parishes, West Sussex County Council and Arun District Council. The Mayor, Councillor Paul Ralph, laid a wreath on behalf of Bognor Regis Town Council, accompanied by the Mayor’s Cadet and Town Clerk. Representatives of service associations, local organisations and Cadets also laid wreaths in honour of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Bognor Regis Town Council would like to express its sincere thanks to everyone involved in organising and delivering the Service and Parade, particularly Father Hodges, Mike Monk, Chair of the Royal Air Force Association Bognor Regis, Company Sergeant Major Aden Huff, Veteran Nigel Ede, Graham Paul, The Salvation Army Band, bugler Alf Hughes, the Mayor’s Cadet, the Town Crier and all Town Council staff, including the Town Clerk and our Town Force Team. Their support, time and commitment helped ensure Bognor Regis’ tribute to our heroes, was befitting.

Following the Service, wreath layers, dignitaries and representatives of participating organisations were welcomed into the Town Hall for light refreshments, providing an opportunity to come together, share reflections and remember the significance of the day.