The sun was out on Armistice Day as Bordon and Whitehill gathered to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

The REME march signalled the start of the proceedings, with the service led by The Rev’d Wendy Mallas. Wreaths were laid with the Roll of Honour being read out, followed by the two-minute silence and the Last Post.

The Rev’d Kate Llyod-Jones shared a story about a soldier she met and that for her, it lies at the heart of what it means to serve, and the importance of remembrance.

In 1985, she worked at a bar at a Royal British Legion club and served men who had fought in World War II and one of them was Dickie.

“He was very frail when I met him and he could only walk very slowly and haltingly,” The Rev’d said.

“One night when Dickie came in, there was a large group of lads of about my own age, playing a very loud and lively game of pool.

“I was working on my own that night and I was pretty busy. It wasn't until past eight o’clock that I realised Dickie was still there.”

Dickie didn’t leave until the men had gone and prior to leaving, he told The Rev’d that he didn’t want to leave her alone with them. The Rev’d said that despite the time that had passed since WWII, Dickie was still prepared to put himself at risk and protect others he thought in danger.

Several more readings and hymns followed the address, including a reading by Oakmoor School’s head student and Nikkita Gorham, who read her own themed poem.

Wreaths were also laid at the Canadian Memorial and at the Military Cemetery. Prior to Armistice Day, St Matthew's Church held a Remembrance Sunday service and Wey Valley FC’s under 15s observed a minutes’ silence.