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Kent falls silent on Remembrance Sunday

Towns across the county paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom on Remembrance Sunday.

Kent fell silent at 11am today to remember those who died in two world wars and other conflicts involving British and Commonwealth forces.

A service of remembrance and two-minute silence has been held at the Memorial in Broadway, Maidstone. Picture: Maidstone Borough Council
A service of remembrance and two-minute silence has been held at the Memorial in Broadway, Maidstone. Picture: Maidstone Borough Council

Today’s events come the day before Armistice Day, which marks the moment World War One ended at 11am on 11 November, 1918.

Church services and street parades were held throughout the county this morning, where wreaths were laid at war memorials and thousands paid homage.

In Canterbury, a service started at the Buttermarket, the old market square outside the entrance to Canterbury Cathedral, where wreaths were laid at the war memorial.

There was also a service inside the cathedral before a parade with local military groups, charities and community clubs.

The village of Headcorn had a parade and service. Picture: Jane Armstrong
The village of Headcorn had a parade and service. Picture: Jane Armstrong
People saluted and wreaths were laid. Picture: Jane Armstrong
People saluted and wreaths were laid. Picture: Jane Armstrong

Maidstone’s Remembrance Sunday saw a parade from Week Street to Broadway’s war memorial, where wreaths were laid and a service held.

The Royal British Legion led a march through Rochester’s historic streets before service at Rochester Cathedral.

Many paid their respects during parades and services in several Kent towns, including Sittingbourne, Folkestone and Hythe.

Groups such as the Scouts, Beavers, Sea Cadets and Air Cadets took turns to lay wreaths and pay their respects.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service paid tribute to those who lost their lives with a touching photo
Kent Fire and Rescue Service paid tribute to those who lost their lives with a touching photo

Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) paid a touching tribute by assembling firefighting equipment to depict a poppy.

In a post on X, it said: “Every year, we unite in a two-minute silence on Remembrance Sunday.

“Everyone at KFRS will join the nation at 11am today to reflect, and to honour and remember all those who served.”

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