Whaley Bridge turned out in force to pay their respects on Remembrance Day, despite the rain.
Even though the rain didn't start until the service began, the Band all arrived fully kitted out in waterproof jackets having seen the forecast.
Even though the rain didn't start until the service began, the Band all arrived fully kitted out in waterproof jackets having seen the forecast.
As the Band struck up with The Standard of St George, the parade of Brownies, Guides, Scouts, Cubs and other young people climbed the hill up to the the War Memorial and the Service got underway. It is always very moving when the names of the fallen are read out, and the Last Post, played by Laurie this year, signals the start of the Two Minutes Silence. And another respectful moment as Holly laid our Wreath on the steps of the War Memorial.
There were 17 players in the band this year, the most we've fielded on Remembrance Day for several years. Thanks, of course, to our own players, and to Clair, Lou and Alice for joining us. And also to Paul for his first engagement with Whaley Bridge Band - which meant there were 4 (FOUR!) trombones on parade.
How amazing is that!
How amazing is that!
And by the look on her face, even Sheila can hardly believe it. But yes, it is true!
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