Date published: 22 June 2026
Wychavon marked Armed Forces Day with a moving flag‑raising ceremony at the Civic Centre in Pershore, bringing together representatives from the Armed Forces community, local organisations, councillors and staff.
The event was led by Cllr Gregory Wilkins, Chairman of Wychavon District Council, who welcomed guests before the parade made its way to the flagpole accompanied by Standards from the Royal British Legion and local service associations.
Pictured: Dignatries were present to mark Armed Forces Day.
n his address, Cllr Wilkins paid tribute to the dedication and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community. He said: “Today is about honouring those who serve, those who have served, and the families who support them. Their dedication, whether on operations overseas or here at home, keeps us safe and strengthens our communities. As we raise the flag, we do so with deep gratitude for all they give.”
Reverend Laura Handy, the Chairman’s Chaplain, led prayers before the Royal British Legion delivered the traditional Binyon Lines. A two‑minute silence was observed, marked by The Last Post and Reveille performed by bugler Stephen Lane.
The Kohima Epitaph was then read, followed by a declaration from Mr Nicholas Wentworth‑Stanley, Deputy Lieutenant of Worcestershire, speaking on behalf of the Lord Lieutenant.
Cllr Wilkins concluded the ceremony by raising the Armed Forces Day flag, which will fly above the Civic Centre throughout the week as a visible sign of Wychavon’s support for the Armed Forces community.
Wychavon District Council is a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and works with partners across Worcestershire to ensure that serving personnel, veterans and their families are treated fairly and supported within the community.