Wychavon has marked Armed Forces Day with a flag-raising ceremony to honour those who serve and their families.
The event took place at the Civic Centre in Pershore and was attended by representatives from the Armed Forces community, local organisations, councillors, and council staff.
Led by Cllr Gregory Wilkins, chairman of Wychavon District Council, attendees gathered for a parade to the flagpole, supported by Standards from the Royal British Legion and service associations.
Cllr Wilkins said: “Today is about honouring those who serve, those who have served, and the families who support them.
“Their dedication, whether on operations overseas or here at home, keeps us safe and strengthens our communities.
“As we raise the flag, we do so with deep gratitude for all they give.”
The ceremony included prayers led by Reverend Laura Handy, the chairman’s chaplain, followed by the traditional Binyon Lines delivered by the Royal British Legion.
A two-minute silence was observed, with The Last Post and Reveille performed by bugler Stephen Lane.
The Kohima Epitaph was then read, followed by a declaration from Nicholas Wentworth-Stanley, Deputy Lieutenant of Worcestershire, who spoke on behalf of the Lord Lieutenant.
Cllr Wilkins then raised the Armed Forces Day flag, which will remain above the Civic Centre throughout the week.
Wychavon District Council is a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and works with partners across Worcestershire to ensure serving personnel, veterans, and their families are supported and treated fairly within the community.
Armed Forces Week (June 22-27) culminates in Armed Forces Day on June 27.
