CROWDS gathered in Winsford and Middlewich at the weekend to pay their respects to the servicemen and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Both events took place on Sunday, November 8, each organised jointly by the town councils and Royal British Legion branches.
The Remembrance Sunday parade in Winsford began at Wyvern House before a service was held at the town's war memorials.
Wreaths were laid to honour the fallen soldiers before a two-minute silence was impeccably observed.
Cllr Wayne Fletcher. Winsford's deputy mayor, said: “It was wonderful to see such a strong turnout for Remembrance Sunday, with the community coming together to pay their respects.
"The two-minute silence was observed with great dignity and respect.
“The vicar did an excellent job of ensuring the service ran smoothly and on time.
“All the groups, clubs and societies involved represented themselves and our town with great pride, paying tribute in the most fitting way.
“It was a truly moving occasion and a credit to everyone who took part.”
Meanwhile in Middlewich members of the public joined the town's parade at the Royal British Legion in Lewin Street at 10.30am before making their way to the war memorial at the Bull Ring for the wreath-laying ceremony.
Mid Cheshire MP, Andrew Cooper, attended Middlewich’s Service and Act of Remembrance this year.
And for the first time, after the event, Middlewich Town Council jointly hosted a buffet for attenders alongside the town’s Royal British Legion.
Middlewich town mayor Cllr Simon Whittaker said: “The turnout was very good indeed.
“It was wonderful to see so many young people, both out in uniform and from our schools.”
He added: “They’re the future of Remembrance Day, and it is up to them to take the campaign of remembrance forward.
“It is about our wonderful veterans and creating a real opportunity for the people of Middlewich to show their respect and gratitude in a way which is visible.
“I hope this is what we managed to achieve and will continue to achieve going forward.”
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