HUNDREDS gathered in Pembroke Dock on Remembrance Sunday afternoon to pay tribute to those who served their country, laying down their lives for our freedom.

The mayor of Pembroke Dock, Cllr Maria Williams and mayor of Pembroke Ann Mortenson were among the dignitaries joining standard bearers, veterans and many local organisations in a parade from Albion Square to the cenotaph at St John’s Church, where a solemn service was held and wreaths laid to honour the fallen.

The community turned out in force, proving the continuing importance of remembrance, with residents old and young watching and following the procession through the town.

Pennar Community School congratulated School Councillors Jake and Sophia, from year 6, for representing the school so well and observed many pupils participating with different clubs and groups.

Following the event, Patricia Mawuli Porter Hon OBE, who represented the King at Pembroke Dock’s service, said: “It was an honour to represent Dyfed Lieutenancy at today’s Remembrance day parade at Pembroke Dock. The millions of men and women in service who gave up their lives that we may have today's freedoms are remembered at this time.”

Samuel Kurtz MS, who joined the parade and laid a wreath said: “It is always humbling to see the community come together to mark Remembrance Day; to pay their respects to the fallen, to the wounded and to offer thanks to those that serve today to keep us safe.”

Henry Tufnell MP thanked those involved in the services he attended in Haverfordwest and Pembroke Dock, and the Cadet who laid a wreath on his behalf in Milford Haven.

Sunday’s parade and remembrance ceremony followed the previous day’s solemn service at Llanion Military Cemetery, organised by Pembroke Dock Town Council, and a well-attended Remembrance Open Day with the Pembroke and District Male Choir at the VC Gallery.