Frodsham Town Council and St’ Laurence Church Remembrance Service is a significant event dedicated to honouring the sacrifices of those who served in the military and commemorating their contributions to peace and freedom.
This year’s service which took place on Monday 11th November at Frodsham War Memorial on Overton Hill, Frodsham, was led by Reverend Elaine Atack of St’ Laurence Church, Frodsham, and was attended by Frodsham Town Councillors, along with Cheshire West & Chester Councillors, The Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire representative – Dr Timothy Wheeler, a number of residents, local schools, community groups and organisations, who laid wreaths fostering a spirit of reflection and unity, in commemoration of those who fought and died for their country in the two World Wars.
The names of over 100 soldiers; originally residents of Frodsham & Helsby, inscribed on Frodsham War Memorial who served in the Army, Navy, and Air Force, fought in the two World Wars and died or went missing, and who are buried in cemeteries in France, Italy, Belgium, Germany, Tunisia, and Iraq, as well as in the churchyards of Frodsham and Helsby, were read out by representatives of The Rotary Club of Frodsham & Helsby, Cheshire Police – Frodsham, Frodsham Town Council and Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service – Frodsham.
Students from Helsby High School showed their respects by reading the poem ‘In Flanders Fields’ by Canadian author Lt. Col John McCrae, who served in the first world War.
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place: and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders’ fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe;
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high,
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders Fields.
This year’s service featured an exceptional musical tribute. The Last Post and Reveille were expertly delivered by local resident and violinist Daniel Axworthy, from the highest point in Frodsham, adding a poignant and unique touch to the ceremony. This moving performance symbolized both the solemnity and hope associated with remembrance.
Remembrance Service
The Remembrance Service plays a crucial role for community involvement, in supporting and promoting the values of remembrance and honour.
Frodsham Town Council and St’ Laurence Church
wish to thank all who attended and played their part in Frodsham’s 2024 Remembrance Services