Wreaths were laid and a silence observed at Clacton’s seafront memorial as veterans, councillors and residents came together to remember the fallen on Armistice Day.

Tendring District Council (TDC) Leader Mark Stephenson attended the service, organised by the Clacton branch of the Royal British Legion, at the Memorial Garden on Wednesday, 11 November.

Reverend David Lower led the service, with the Last Post sounded and a silence observed at 11am in memory of those who have given their lives in service to the nation.

Young people from Clacton County High School laid wreaths at the memorial, joining the community in paying their respects.

Councillor Bill Davidson represented Councillor Dan Casey, TDC’s Armed Forces Champion, at the service.

Councillor Stephenson said: “Armistice Day gives us a moment to pause and remember the people behind the names on our memorials, and the families whose lives were changed forever.

“Seeing young people from Clacton County High School laying wreaths was a reminder that remembrance belongs to every generation. Their involvement helps ensure those sacrifices are not forgotten.

“Thank you to everyone who attended the service to pay their respects, and to all those who helped make the service a fitting tribute.

“Our thoughts remain with our Armed Forces community and all those who have lost loved ones.”

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