Pershore Abbey was transformed as the town remembered those lost in conflict.
The ancient abbey was turned bright red for Armistice Day to symbolise the poppies worn by millions across the country with the lantern town, which can be seen for miles away, serving as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war.
In total, 101 men from Pershore lost their lives during the First World War, with a further 24 during World War Two.
On Sunday, veterans and cadets marched through the town to Pershore Abbey to attend the annual Remembrance Service led by Canon Claire Lording.
Following the parade, a short service of Remembrance was held at Pershore Warhorse Memorial.
Sue Cosnett, who came up with the idea for the sculpture, was joined by Pershore residents, horses, and dogs for the service before the crowds fell silent at 11am for the national two-minute silence.
In the afternoon, crowds gathered in the churchyard of St Mary’s in Wick to pay their respects during an annual Remembrance Sunday Service held at the War Memorial.
Canon Lording led the service, with the names of the fallen read by Charles Hudson, whose family lost three men during WW1.
Following the act of Remembrance, wreaths were laid and prayers offered.
Ann Dobins, Pershore’s town clerk, said: “It was really nice to be able to return to the pre-Covid format of a Remembrance Day service with a full Abbey and a parade.
“The two-minute silence was made truly memorable by the falling of poppy petals lit by sunshine through the west end stained glass window.
“Members of various organisations in the town attended and laid wreaths on the War Memorial at the back of the Abbey including all three cadet forces who also took an active part in the service in various ways.”
A spokesperson for Wychavon District Council said: “A beautiful and heart-warming service by George and The Unknown Soldier at Pershore Abbey this morning.
“The sun shone down on everyone there.
“Thank you to all those turned up, especially those who bought their horse.”
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