Kimberley residents turned out in big numbers to remember the fallen heroes on Remembrance Sunday.

The day began with a church service at Holy Trinity Church followed members of the Brownies, Guides, Scouts, ex and current service people, local community groups, and dignitaries parading to the war memorial where the Act of Remembrance and wreath-laying took place, as well as the two-minute’s silence at 11am.

The Kimberley parade went from Holy Trinity Church to the war memorial. Photo: Submitted

The Remembrance event was organised by the town council.

Posting on its Facebook page, the council said: “Once again we are truly humbled by the amazing turnout for the Kimberley remembrance service and parade.

The war memorial was again beautifully decorated with poppies. Photo: Submitted

“It was brilliant to see you all at the church and the war memorial in such numbers as we took part in such a poignant service to remember those who gave up their lives to ensure we have the freedoms we enjoy today.

“Our sincere thanks to all the uniformed groups, serving personnel and veterans who took part.

“Thank you as well to our band, music technician, traffic management, security and first aid teams for their roles.

“Thank you to the volunteers and members of the council for your work as well in ensuring things went smoothly and without incident.

A large crowd gathered at the war memorial for the Act of Remembrance and to observe the two-minutes silence. Photo: Submitted

“A huge thanks to you, the people of Kimberley and surrounding areas for your support and presence at such an important event.

“Most importantly, our everlasting thanks and respects to those from our community who have served, are serving or preparing to serve to ensure that we continue to be safe, protected and have the ability to go about our daily lives in peace.

“We will remember them.”

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